Welcome to Southport

Just minutes from the heart of Surfers Paradise, on the Broadwater and within walking distance of major facilities including shopping centres, cinemas and restaurants, Southport is central to all of the theme parks and attractions of the Gold Coast.

Facing the glistening Broadwater, the foreshore has a wide expanse of subtropical parklands, featuring a popular swimming enclosure, pool complex and extensive children’s playgrounds. The Broadwater’s expanse of calm water is the perfect place for water sports and fishing, with the rolling surf of the blue Pacific just minutes away.

Those looking to indulge in a little retail therapy will adore Southport central, featuring over 230 specialty stores spread over a four level centre, encompassing Australia Fair Shopping Centre and the Southport Mall. Others with more exclusive tastes and an accommodating budget will appreciate the prestigious Marina Mirage Shopping Village, located on the nearby Southport Spit, which also boast the famous tourist attraction, Seaworld.

The Gold Coast is Australia’s theme park capital and Southport is a mere 20 minutes drive to Movieworld, Dreamworld, Wet’n’Wild and the newest attraction, the Australian Outback Spectacular. Head into nearby Surfers Paradise, explore the colourful shopping, entertainment and lively streetscape and stay for the cosmopolitan nightlife.

The Coast is renowned for it’s variety of restaurants and cuisines. Over 500 restaurants cater to every taste and budget at dining precincts such as Southport, Main Beach, The Spit and Broadbeach. After dinner, enjoy a themed show, a live musical or have a flutter at Jupiter’s Casino, where the fun continues 24 hours a day.