Car Rental in Gold Coast
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Whether you’re just passing through or staying a while, we’ll provide you with car rental in Gold Coast that is readily available in your city or neighbourhood. There are several car hire companies that can meet your Gold Coast car hire requirements. You’ll be able to compare cheap car rental in Gold Coast with Avis, Budget, Hertz, Europcar and Thrifty.
You’ll find that the Gold Coast car rental locations opening hours within the main city offices range between 07:30 – 18:00 on weekdays and 08:00 – 16:00 on weekends, so book your cheap Gold Coast car hire now!
About Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is located in the southeast corner of Queensland. It is the second most populous city in the state and the sixth most populous city in the country. Gold Coast City is renowned for its sunny subtropical climate, popular surfing beaches, expansive waterway and canal systems, a skyline dominated by high-rise apartment buildings, active nightlife and wide variety of tourist attractions.
You’ll find that there are many beaches along the Gold Coast's 860km of navigable tidal waterways. Popular inland beaches include Southport, Budds Beach , Marine Stadium, Currumbin Alley, Tallebudgera Estuary, Jacobs Well, Jabiru Island , Paradise Point, Harley Park Labrador, Santa Barbara , Boykambil and Evandale Lake . In fact, t he busy Gold Coast stretches from the coastal border of NSW and Queensland to Brisbane . It is an endless strip of sand, sea, high-rises and partying.
From Coolangatta to Surfers Paradise there are numerous holiday apartments, hostels, hotels, busy beaches and bars, nightclubs and shopping for the thousands of happy holiday-makers that pass through the region.
Slightly further away Burleigh heads is particularly nice, being a somewhat more laid back option - where Surfers’ is seen as the notorious party spot.
Local theme parks include Seaworld, Movieworld, Wet n’ Wild and Dreamworld.
For those needing a day’s break from the endless beaches, nearby Mount Coo-tha also offers excellent views of the coast, as well as a fine tropical botanical garden. Slightly further north towards Brisbane is the excellent Brisbane forest park . In this area good beaches are to be found at Manly, Nudgee and Sandgate, while a day spent sailing among the many islands of Moreton bay is always a fantastic experience too.
The Gold Coast has a sub-tropical climate with plenty of sunshine year round (in fact an average of 300 days a year). The average Summer temperatures range from 19 to 29 degrees Celsius (66 to 83 degrees Fahrenheit). Whilst the average Winter temperatures range from an average of 9 to 21 degrees Celsius (48 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit) - it's no wonder the Gold Coast is Australia 's favourite playground.
Getting to Gold Coast
People usually fly into Brisbane airport with frequent arrivals from and departures to Asia, Europe, the Pacific islands, North America, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea . From here they hire a car and drive down to the Gold Coast.
There is the option to fly directly into Coolangatta Airport as it’s serviced by Qantas (including Jetstar), Tiger Airways and Virgin Blue .
Although slightly more expensive, many tourists prefer the coastal train trip for it’s easy pace and breathtaking views. Tickets to all major cities are available though often require a stop-off in Sydney or Brisbane. The train also stops in major towns along the coast, such as Murwillumbah, Mullumbimby, Byron Bay , Casino, Lismore and Grafton. Tickets and route advice are available from travel agents throughout the Gold Coast area or from the Brisbane Transit Centre.
Bus companies servicing the Sydney - Brisbane route are Greyhound Pioneer, Lindsay's Coach Service, McCafferty's Express Coaches and Kirklands Express Coach Service.
There are many small local bus companies that run services between smaller towns and villages in the area. Visitor Infomation Centres can provide timetables.
Motorists can take the coastal Bruce highway north or south or follow one of the many long and winding roads inland to bushman country.
Gold Coast Surrounds
Car rental in Gold Coast is certainly the best way to get around this large city. Some of the surrounding suburbs Paradise Island, Isle of Capri, Chevron Island, Cronin Island, Paradise Waters, Main Beach, Southport, Bundall, Rialto, Moana Park, Broadbeach Waters, so rent a car in Gold Coast and explore the wonderful surroundings.
Exploring Gold Coast
Hire a car and drive 30 minutes in any direction and you’ll be greeted by National Parks. Visit the towering cliffs or cascading streams when setting foot among Southern Queensland ’s primordial rainforest giants, ancient sand dunes and wildlife-rich heathlands.
Journeying west into ‘the bush’ gives one a timeless drive through wide open farming lands and small town communities filled with friendly outback folk.
Driving south, one crosses back into NSW and the lush and mountainous Northern Rivers region. This is a very popular spot for surfers, party people and nature lovers alike. Here the towns of Byron Bay , Mullumbimby and the infamous Nimbin present you with coffee shops and wonderful international restaurants all set among sub-tropical rainforests, marine reserves and beaches galore.
Heading north to Brisbane , you can drive into the sprawling state capital’s beautiful CBD and spend an afternoon strolling, shopping and taking in the various museums and parks set by the river. Alternatively, the nearby Glasshouse mountains have a striking beauty, visually odd because of their finger-like form. Here you can also find Steve Irwin’s famous crocodile and wildlife centre.
Why not take a 20 minute ferry trip to South Stradbroke Island , which features rainforest areas, native wildlife and vast stretches of surfing beach. You’ll find they most spectacular beaches in the world. If you’re looking to party and take in the night life, you’ve come to the right place. There are a number of bars and clubs around Coolangatta which makes partying easy. If your looking for something a little less lively, you’ll find that there are also several great restaurants and cafes offering al fresco dining.
Cuisine in Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is home to many award winning restaurants serving up a diverse mix of culinary delights that will satisfy the most discerning palates. There are over 500 restaurants on the Gold Coast giving you the opportunity to sample food from around the world with specialities including Seafood, Modern Australian, Japanese, French and Italian. Here are some of our suggestions for the next time you visit the Gold Coast:
1 two 3 Mediterranean : Serving popular dishes from all around the Mediterranean with a Modern Australian slant. No Rules Dining! They have a revolutionary concept that lets you choose from 1, two or 3 portion sizes - enjoy the unique difference!
Beachouse Grilllbar: Relax! You’re at the beach… Perfect for Brekky, Lunch, Dinner, Beachsnacks, Pizza, Coffee, Desserts, Ice cold beer on tap, Classic beach cocktails, Good wines, Fresh Seafood … and our Prime Steaks from the Char-grill. Captains Table Seafood: One of the most pleasurable dining experiences on the Coast. Specialising in delicious live seafood from the a la carte menu. Select lobsters & mud crabs from the display tanks and enjoy.
Donto Sapporo: Authentic Japanese cuisine with only the freshest ingredients used. Extensive a la carte menu with favourites such as Sushi, Sashimi, Shabu-Shabu, Teriyaki, Tempura as well as live lobster and abalone.
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