Local Tips / Guide
Our Favourite
Cool spots to visit, beach, scenery, nature walk, swimming creek, healthy eats and boutique shops.
We love Burleigh heads and the national park. In fact so much we got married here on the headland❣️
Burleigh heads beach is inviting for a swim, or walk. Burleigh heads is a well known surf spot, yet if the waves aren't pumping you can always relax & chill watching the people and scenery go by.
Hot tip: We love heading down on Saturday or Sunday afternoon, grabbing some food /drinks and sitting on the headland hill watching sunset with the locals.
Alternatively go for a walk/ stroll through the national park which leads to Tallebudgera creek on the other side. Voted best swimming on the GoldCoast:)
Feeling hungry? Burleigh has lots of yummy restaurants with loads of healthy options, from cocktails on the beach at the Pavilion to healthy smoothies at soul bowl or Helens' juice bar.
Burleigh town center is a great spot to wander around. You will find James street full of unique boutiques to pass away the time.
Sean Scott is a brilliant photographer who has taken many fabulous pics of Burleigh heads has his artwork in several boutiques. (One of his photo's is the sunrise pic here)
On weekends Burleigh usually is a bee hive of activity. Enjoy exploring.
https://www.destinationgoldcoast.com/places-to-see/burleigh-heads/attractions/burleigh-head-national-park
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Burleigh Heads
We love Burleigh heads and the national park. In fact so much we got married here on the headland❣️
Burleigh heads beach is inviting for a swim, or walk. Burleigh heads is a well known surf spot, yet if the waves aren't pumping you can always relax & chill watching the people and scenery go by.
Hot tip: We love heading down on Saturday or Sunday afternoon, grabbing some food /drinks and sitting on the headland hill watching sunset with the locals.
Alternatively go for a walk/ stroll through the national park which leads to Tallebudgera creek on the other side. Voted best swimming on the GoldCoast:)
Feeling hungry? Burleigh has lots of yummy restaurants with loads of healthy options, from cocktails on the beach at the Pavilion to healthy smoothies at soul bowl or Helens' juice bar.
Burleigh town center is a great spot to wander around. You will find James street full of unique boutiques to pass away the time.
Sean Scott is a brilliant photographer who has taken many fabulous pics of Burleigh heads has his artwork in several boutiques. (One of his photo's is the sunrise pic here)
On weekends Burleigh usually is a bee hive of activity. Enjoy exploring.
https://www.destinationgoldcoast.com/places-to-see/burleigh-heads/attractions/burleigh-head-national-park
We always love a day out in Byron, such a great place to relax and unwind.
Stunning beaches beckoning you to swim, play or stroll along. Enjoy a lovely walk from Watego's beach up to the lighthouse through some of the Australian bush. (Lots of stairs so take it easy) Peeking out at the most eastern part of Australia. Awesome to do for Sunrise.
Witness a late afternoon sunset from the lighthouse. Keep your eyes peeled for all the wildlife; if you are lucky you may sight, Eagles, Dolphins, Whales, Turtles, Brush turkey, assorted birds and maybe even a rabbit.
Immerse yourself in the laid-back ambience of the Byron’s town centre, many restaurants with tantalizing menu's plus lots of healthy options in this town.
If you are after a good day out, where time slides by as you sink into the chilled-out vibe, then Byron Bay is your place.
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Byron Bay
We always love a day out in Byron, such a great place to relax and unwind.
Stunning beaches beckoning you to swim, play or stroll along. Enjoy a lovely walk from Watego's beach up to the lighthouse through some of the Australian bush. (Lots of stairs so take it easy) Peeking out at the most eastern part of Australia. Awesome to do for Sunrise.
Witness a late afternoon sunset from the lighthouse. Keep your eyes peeled for all the wildlife; if you are lucky you may sight, Eagles, Dolphins, Whales, Turtles, Brush turkey, assorted birds and maybe even a rabbit.
Immerse yourself in the laid-back ambience of the Byron’s town centre, many restaurants with tantalizing menu's plus lots of healthy options in this town.
If you are after a good day out, where time slides by as you sink into the chilled-out vibe, then Byron Bay is your place.
Reconnect with nature in Tamborine mountain. It has so much to offer from Australian bush walks to flowing waterfalls, art wares, glow worms, wineries, hang gliding, a rainforest canopy sky walk.
Take a wonderful journey through the many rainforests and waterfalls. My local friends recommend The Knoll National Park Or Witches Falls National Park for a good bush walk where nature will recharge your batteries.
Places of Interest:
- The Glow Worm caves are brilliant at Cedar Creek Winery truly fascinating and worth a visit.
- Tamborine Mountain Rainforest Sky walk – A fun Eco-Adventure offering a unique and thrilling way to explore the beautiful rainforest canopies.
- Sunset at The Polish Place is fabulous to enjoy an awesome vista and sunset beverage all whilst the Rosellas and Parrots come to feed.
- Stroll along Gallery walk and meander into the creative boutiques full or art wares and home made delights.
Perhaps losing yourself in wine tasting is your ideal way to spend the day there are an assortment of Wineries to tantalize your taste buds;
- Masons Winery, which has a brilliant lunch restaurant.
- Witches Falls Winery, lovely outdoor garden with cheese platters.
- Cedar Creek winery ( this is where the glow worms are)
- Heritage wines
So much to explore, worth a visit.
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Tamborine Mountain
Reconnect with nature in Tamborine mountain. It has so much to offer from Australian bush walks to flowing waterfalls, art wares, glow worms, wineries, hang gliding, a rainforest canopy sky walk.
Take a wonderful journey through the many rainforests and waterfalls. My local friends recommend The Knoll National Park Or Witches Falls National Park for a good bush walk where nature will recharge your batteries.
Places of Interest:
- The Glow Worm caves are brilliant at Cedar Creek Winery truly fascinating and worth a visit.
- Tamborine Mountain Rainforest Sky walk – A fun Eco-Adventure offering a unique and thrilling way to explore the beautiful rainforest canopies.
- Sunset at The Polish Place is fabulous to enjoy an awesome vista and sunset beverage all whilst the Rosellas and Parrots come to feed.
- Stroll along Gallery walk and meander into the creative boutiques full or art wares and home made delights.
Perhaps losing yourself in wine tasting is your ideal way to spend the day there are an assortment of Wineries to tantalize your taste buds;
- Masons Winery, which has a brilliant lunch restaurant.
- Witches Falls Winery, lovely outdoor garden with cheese platters.
- Cedar Creek winery ( this is where the glow worms are)
- Heritage wines
So much to explore, worth a visit.
Food scene
Mamasan Kitchen + Bar
3 Oracle BvdAwesome Asian infused food and cocktails
Bumbles Cafe
19 River DrNice place for Breakfast
Jimmy Wah's
1724 Gold Coast HwyFab Vietnamese cusine
Gemelli Italian
2685 Gold Coast HwyAwesome Italian cuisine
nice outlook, great for sunsets surrounded by boats on the marina
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Glass Dining & Lounge Bar
nice outlook, great for sunsets surrounded by boats on the marina
delightful treats for breakfast or anytime during the day
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Bam Bam Bakehouse
2519 Gold Coast Hwydelightful treats for breakfast or anytime during the day
Wilderflower & Wanderberries
15-17 Main Stawesome Gluten free / allergy free cafe on Mount Tambourine.
Burleigh Pavilion
43 Goodwin TerraceBeachside bar and dinning
Cafe Catalina
11 Gold Coast HwyBreakfast by the broadwater nice food & outlook.
The Cardamom Pod
2685-2689 Gold Coast HwyFabulous Ala-carte Vegetarian meals. (Southport)
Casual Vegetarian @ Broadbeach. Order from the Baymarie's and don't forget to try their Raw desserts.
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The Cardamom Pod
2685-2689 Gold Coast HwyCasual Vegetarian @ Broadbeach. Order from the Baymarie's and don't forget to try their Raw desserts.