• Free to do,  Indoors,  Parenting

    Rainy day activities for Gold Coast Kids

    Rainy days are usually few and far between on the Gold Coast, so when the rain does set in, we’re often scrambling for indoor activities for kids to keep occupied. I’ve rounded up some of the best spots on the Gold Coast to eat, activities to do and things to see that are indoors, family and kid friendly, and out of the rain!

  • Attractions,  Classes,  Family adventures

    Mini sports for Gold Coast toddlers

    Pre-school sports should be more like play than a lesson or drill, with coaches emphasising fun, socialisation and key motor skills. Developing an understanding of working as a team, sharing, and following instructions are also critical elements. On the Gold Coast, we are lucky to have a number of options for children aged 1-5 starting their sporting journey. This list below covers both indoor and outdoor options, casual attendance and term programs. With locations right across the Coast, you're bound to find something that fits with your schedule!

  • Eating out,  Family life

    BSKT Nobby Beach

    BSKT (pronounced biscuit) opened in 2013 as a family orientated and puppy friendly cafe that caters to all dietary types. Situated right beside Nobby Beach, BSKT has delicious food, ample indoor and outdoor seating and a fenced children's play area, making it a popular destination for locals.

  • Eating out,  Family life

    The Boathouse Tavern, Coomera

    The Boathouse Tavern at Coomera is family friendly dining in a tropical setting! Surrounded by beautiful water features, fire torches and cabana huts, it's the perfect place for a meal with the family. The kids will love the jumping castle and the games room!

  • Eating out,  Free to do,  Playgrounds

    Latte Lounge, Southport

    Kids love playgrounds, parents love coffee – it’s a simple fact. The people behind Latte Lounge at Southport know this, and have created the perfect space that is drawing parents and children in from across the Gold Coast!

  • Attractions,  Family adventures

    Dig It, Tamborine Mountain

    Dig It Tamborine Mountain is Queensland's first mini excavator park for kids big and small! Here, you will sit in the drivers seat of real excavator machinery and participate in construction-inspired activities. It's fully instructed fun for kids and their parents too! You don't need any experience, just a willingness to give it a go.