The Gold Coast is one of the favorite areas for Indonesian tourists to spend vacation time with friends, couples, or families. The Gold Coast is a coastal city in the state of Queensland, Australia located about 66 km from the center of the state capital, Brisbane.

The Gold Coast has the attraction of a cluster of beaches with golden sand stretching more than 70 km. The beauty of the beaches on the Gold Coast is even more attractive because behind it stand towering skyscraper buildings. Not only that, there are many free tourist attractions on the Gold Coast that you can enjoy. What is the list? Here Traveloka summarizes for you!

Burleigh Heads Beach is one of the beaches on the Gold Coast which is famous as a location for surfing because it has fairly high waves. The beach is located by the road and can be connected to Burleigh Heads National Park. Don't worry, the beach has a watchtower guarded by lifeguards.

For those of you who don't intend to surf, this beach also has a fairly large and wide section of sand. You can play with your kids or take photos with your partner along the shoreline. You can bring your own food to eat together on the beach or you can order food at cafes and restaurants on the beach.

Moving south, Kirra Beach can also be a free tourist spot that you can visit for fun with friends or family. Just like before, Kirra Beach also has quite high waves, making it suitable for playing with surfboards.

On the shoreline of Kirra Beach, there are many rocks that add to its beauty. You can walk along the beach by passing through large to medium-sized stones. If you get tired of playing on the beach, you can take a walk to the grass park located behind it.

Directly adjacent to Kirra Beach, the next beach you can visit for free is Coolangatta Beach. This beach has the same wide shoreline as Kirra Beach. But the plus point of Coolangatta Beach is that the beach is cleaner.

You can also picnic with your family safely and comfortably. There are many facilities that you can enjoy at this beach, such as cafes and restaurants, bathrooms, shops, places to stay, and lifeguards who are always ready. This beach is located relatively further away, but it's suitable if you have a lot of vacation time on the Gold Coast.

Moving back to the north, the free tourist attractions on the Gold Coast that you must visit are Kurrawa Beach. Kurrawa Beach is a beach on the Gold Coast that has a fairly long shoreline, making it suitable for those of you who want to just take a walk along the beach while enjoying the view of the sea and waves.

The location of Kurrawa Beach also faces east, making it perfect for watching the beautiful sunrise in the morning. Behind the shoreline there are also tall pine trees that can be used for shade if you visit during the day. The grass garden area behind the beach is also a special attraction for tourists who want to just relax.

Tired of the hustle and bustle of the city and looking for a soothing nature trip? You must go to Natural Bridge in Springbrook National Park which presents a rainforest area with shady and shady trees. One of the most interesting spots here is a waterfall in a cave with a hole at the top, so that sunlight will enter and create beauty when viewed from inside the cave.

In addition, tourists can meet several animals such as bats to glowworms or worms that can emit light in the dark. Even so, you still need to be careful!

Currumbin Rock Pools is a natural pool tour of water flowing through a small waterfall with a beautiful forest atmosphere and the soothing sound of gurgling water. It's no wonder that Currumbin Rock Pools is visited by many tourists who want to escape the bustling city to refresh their minds.

In addition, this free tourist spot also has a grassy park area that is suitable for relaxing with friends, partners or family. There are several activities you can do at Currumbin Rock Pools, such as swimming, picnicking, and enjoying a BBQ. This place is also equipped with clean and well-maintained toilet facilities and a BBQ area with tables and chairs.

For those of you who are looking for free city attractions on the Gold Coast, you can visit the Gold Coast Botanic Gardens. The Gold Coast Botanic Gardens is a city park that features grassy areas and shady trees. It also has a pond which is the headwaters of the Nerang River. You and your family can relax and wander around the garden area or have a picnic by bringing food from the inn.

Home of the Arts (HOTA) is an urban park area that offers a place to picnic, take a leisurely stroll, or just sit by the river while chatting with friends, partners, or family. There are several supporting facilities, such as an amphitheater, artificial beach, grass area, and clean toilets.

The Home of the Arts is located at Ouyan St., Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia. It is located in the center of the Gold Coast, so you don't have to travel far if your accommodation is in an urban area.

Similar to the previous recommendation, Cascade Gardens is a park with green grass areas and shady trees. This place is also passed by a quiet branch of the Nerang River, making it suitable for you to refresh and calm your mind.

Some of the activities you can do at Cascade Gardens are walking, picnicking, BBQ, and fishing. Cascade Gardens is located on Gold Coast Hwy, Broadbeach QLD 4218, Australia. Its location which is not too far from the city is also the right choice for locals and tourists who want to get a calm and beautiful atmosphere on the Gold Coast.

Reg Chesters Park is a local park next to North Burleigh Beach that offers a children's play area, picnic facilities, fitness center, and direct access to Burleigh Beach. Reg Chesters Park offers a shady green lawn area with shady trees.

You can have a picnic with your family by bringing your own mats and food from your accommodation. While relaxing, children can play on the slides and other rides around the park.