December 29th, 2009 - Gold Coast Points Of Interest
In addition to the theme parks in the Gold Coast region of Australia, Surfers Paradise has lots of things to do for energetic and adventurous individuals as well. Surfers Paradise Beach is nestled behind the high rise hotels and it offers classes to assist you with learning techniques for various underwater adventures. Scuba diving, surfing, and more can all be experienced in this wonderful location. The surfing lessons are an experience that you will never forget. They can cost anywhere from AUD40 and up, and are offered in two hour incriminates, but offer some great knowledge and thrills. Surfers Paradise also has a lot of large ocean swells that are perfect for a more experienced surfer.
There is a neat place called Infinity, that is located near Surfers Paradise, and is a journey of imagination. There are mazes and light shows that depict the future. You can visit from 10 in the morning to 10 at night and only costs adults AUD 20, and children only AUD 12.
At Ripleys Believe It Or Not, Raptis Plaza, you can feast your eyes on all manner of freaky sights, including the worlds tallest and heaviest humans,”genuine shrunken heads and musical instruments that play themselves. Many of the exhibits are in the form of reproductions of photos, however, and chances are you probably will believe it. Open 9am to 11pm Adult AUD 13.50, child AUD8.00
There are two attractions right next to each other that are fun, King Tutts Putt and Snow World. King Tutts Putt has a moving crocodile and props from Movie World. Snow World has giant ice sculptures.
For the bloodthirsty, the Wax Museum, Corner of Gold Coast Hwy and Trickett St, gleefully depicts the depths of human depravity with its Chamber of Horrors. Adults AUD15.00 Child AUD11 .Other ways to keep the kids happy are ten pin bowling, sea kayaking , and of course tours to nearby Wildlife Reserves where here in Queensland it is allowed to cuddle a Koala.
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