Guidebook for Carrara
Food Scene
They have been voted No. 1 for the best Chicken Schnitzel Parmigiana on the Gold Coast 2016. The meals are good and G/F and Vegan options are also available and prices are reasonable. The views over the lake, fountains and golf course are beautiful. Be sure to book a table on the outside covered patio. There are also pokies if you're lucky. This club is a 3 minute drive from my home (2.2 kms).
34 locals recommend
Emerald Lakes Golf Club
3 Alabaster DrThey have been voted No. 1 for the best Chicken Schnitzel Parmigiana on the Gold Coast 2016. The meals are good and G/F and Vegan options are also available and prices are reasonable. The views over the lake, fountains and golf course are beautiful. Be sure to book a table on the outside covered patio. There are also pokies if you're lucky. This club is a 3 minute drive from my home (2.2 kms).
McDonald's is located in Nerang's fast food precinct where you will also find Baskin Robins, Guzman Y Gomez, Hungry Jacks, KFC, Noodle Box, Red Rooster, Subway and Sushi Train. It's a 20 minute walk from my home (1.6 kms).
9 locals recommend
McDonald's Nerang
1-9 Hinkler DrMcDonald's is located in Nerang's fast food precinct where you will also find Baskin Robins, Guzman Y Gomez, Hungry Jacks, KFC, Noodle Box, Red Rooster, Subway and Sushi Train. It's a 20 minute walk from my home (1.6 kms).
This cafe at 1 Chisholm Road, Carrara offers all-day breakfasts, all-day lunches, burgers, toasties, bagels and fresh salads, and a range of coffees, shakes, smoothies and other drinks. Dine in or drive-thru take-away. It's just a 11 minute walk from my home (900 metres).
The Coffee Club - Carrara - Drive Thru
1 Chisholm RoadThis cafe at 1 Chisholm Road, Carrara offers all-day breakfasts, all-day lunches, burgers, toasties, bagels and fresh salads, and a range of coffees, shakes, smoothies and other drinks. Dine in or drive-thru take-away. It's just a 11 minute walk from my home (900 metres).
Located at corner of Coelia Court and Nielsons Road, Boonooroo Park. 7 Eleven fuel is there and food outlets include: Pizza Hut, Wok Temptation Chinese Restaurant, Japanese Teppanyaki, Fish & Chips. It's a 4 minute drive from my home (2.1 kms).
Bonooroo Park Shopping Centre station
Located at corner of Coelia Court and Nielsons Road, Boonooroo Park. 7 Eleven fuel is there and food outlets include: Pizza Hut, Wok Temptation Chinese Restaurant, Japanese Teppanyaki, Fish & Chips. It's a 4 minute drive from my home (2.1 kms).
This Asian Cuisine restaurant is at 1/124 Pappas Way, Carrara. It's a 7 minute walk form my home (500m).
HOT WOk RESTAURANT
124 Pappas WayThis Asian Cuisine restaurant is at 1/124 Pappas Way, Carrara. It's a 7 minute walk form my home (500m).
Drinks & Nightlife
When you enter you first see the huge floor to ceiling aquarium which even has sharks in it. Lots of dining options: cafes, all you can eat buffets or a la carte dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Live entertainment Friday and Saturday nights from 8:30pm. Free karaoke Thursday from 7:30pm. Lots of gambling options. Open 8:30am - 4am 7 days. The Sharks Club is a 15 minute drive from my home (10 kms).
16 locals recommend
Southport Sharks
Musgrave AvenueWhen you enter you first see the huge floor to ceiling aquarium which even has sharks in it. Lots of dining options: cafes, all you can eat buffets or a la carte dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Live entertainment Friday and Saturday nights from 8:30pm. Free karaoke Thursday from 7:30pm. Lots of gambling options. Open 8:30am - 4am 7 days. The Sharks Club is a 15 minute drive from my home (10 kms).
For an authentic Australian experience you can't go past the Australian Outback Spectacular dinner and show. The meal is a traditional Aussie 3 course BBQ meal with wine and beer included. The show is a live theatrical production providing a historical Australian themed extravaganza and starts at 6:30pm from Tuesday to Saturday nights. Tickets start from $99.99 AUD per adult. Must book ahead. This venue is a 14 minute drive from my home (14 kms).
235 locals recommend
Australian Outback Spectacular
Entertainment RoadFor an authentic Australian experience you can't go past the Australian Outback Spectacular dinner and show. The meal is a traditional Aussie 3 course BBQ meal with wine and beer included. The show is a live theatrical production providing a historical Australian themed extravaganza and starts at 6:30pm from Tuesday to Saturday nights. Tickets start from $99.99 AUD per adult. Must book ahead. This venue is a 14 minute drive from my home (14 kms).
Experience a fun night with live entertainment and great dining. Renowned horror-themed cabaret dining experience with 'Death by Chocolate' for dessert. Dracula's is located opposite Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and adjacent to Jupiter's Casino in Broadbeach. Tickets start from $75.00 AUD per adult. Must book ahead. This venue is a 13 minute drive from my home (10 kms).
105 locals recommend
Dracula's Cabaret Gold Coast
1 Hooker BlvdExperience a fun night with live entertainment and great dining. Renowned horror-themed cabaret dining experience with 'Death by Chocolate' for dessert. Dracula's is located opposite Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and adjacent to Jupiter's Casino in Broadbeach. Tickets start from $75.00 AUD per adult. Must book ahead. This venue is a 13 minute drive from my home (10 kms).
This is a small club but a great place for meals at reasonable prices. There is entertainment and karaoke nights and also pokie machines if you think you could be in luck to win.
Nerang Community Bowls Club
20 Cayuga StThis is a small club but a great place for meals at reasonable prices. There is entertainment and karaoke nights and also pokie machines if you think you could be in luck to win.
The casino has a cinema, stage shows, and many dining options in addition to gambling options. It is a 15 minute drive (10kms) from my place.
532 locals recommend
The Star Gold Coast Casino
1 Casino DrThe casino has a cinema, stage shows, and many dining options in addition to gambling options. It is a 15 minute drive (10kms) from my place.
Sightseeing
This is the place to go to get 360 degree views of the Gold Coast from level 77. You can buy/enjoy drinks, coffee and light meals while you sit and enjoy the views. A one time entry to SkyPoint is $24. For an adrenaline rush, book a guided SkyPoint Climb to the summit of the building with full safety gear at a cost of $74. per person. SkyPoint is a 17 minute drive from my home (11 kms).
As well as the 360 degree views, SkyPoint also has a small cinema room where you can view a short comprehensive film of the history of the Gold Coast. There is also a wall display of historical images and information of yesteryear.
213 locals recommend
SkyPoint Observation Deck
9 Hamilton AveThis is the place to go to get 360 degree views of the Gold Coast from level 77. You can buy/enjoy drinks, coffee and light meals while you sit and enjoy the views. A one time entry to SkyPoint is $24. For an adrenaline rush, book a guided SkyPoint Climb to the summit of the building with full safety gear at a cost of $74. per person. SkyPoint is a 17 minute drive from my home (11 kms).
As well as the 360 degree views, SkyPoint also has a small cinema room where you can view a short comprehensive film of the history of the Gold Coast. There is also a wall display of historical images and information of yesteryear.
This is the best place on the Gold Coast for star gazing. See the stars of the Southern Hemisphere and the Milky Way. It is open after 6pm from May to August only. You need to ring Andre Clayton (builder) on 0400 789 451 by 6pm on the night you want to visit for a 7.45pm start. Entry is adjacent to Springbrook Primary School. You can also view the Milky Way at the nearby Settlement Day area, Carricks Road, Springbrook. There are picnic tables and toilets also. The observatory is a 40 minute drive from my home (36.5 kms).
6 locals recommend
Springbrook Research Observatory
2337 Springbrook RdThis is the best place on the Gold Coast for star gazing. See the stars of the Southern Hemisphere and the Milky Way. It is open after 6pm from May to August only. You need to ring Andre Clayton (builder) on 0400 789 451 by 6pm on the night you want to visit for a 7.45pm start. Entry is adjacent to Springbrook Primary School. You can also view the Milky Way at the nearby Settlement Day area, Carricks Road, Springbrook. There are picnic tables and toilets also. The observatory is a 40 minute drive from my home (36.5 kms).
These waterfalls are exemplary of our hinterland waterfalls. The good thing about these falls is that they are only a 30 minute walk from the carpark. The walk is very steep and I would suggest only very fit persons do this walk. The falls although small are still magnificent. It is a very popular swimming spot for locals and there are toilet facilities. It is a 30 minute drive from my home (30 kms).
Killarney Glen Waterfalls
These waterfalls are exemplary of our hinterland waterfalls. The good thing about these falls is that they are only a 30 minute walk from the carpark. The walk is very steep and I would suggest only very fit persons do this walk. The falls although small are still magnificent. It is a very popular swimming spot for locals and there are toilet facilities. It is a 30 minute drive from my home (30 kms).
This lookout is in the Springbrook National Park on Repeater Station Road, Springbrook. The good thing about this lookout is that it is only a 10 minute walk from the car park and the views are amazing. The path is sealed and completely shaded in with trees and palms.
22 locals recommend
Best Of All Lookout
Repeater Station RoadThis lookout is in the Springbrook National Park on Repeater Station Road, Springbrook. The good thing about this lookout is that it is only a 10 minute walk from the car park and the views are amazing. The path is sealed and completely shaded in with trees and palms.
Emerald Lakes is a European themed residential resort and shopping village. It has a very popular 4 km walking/bike path around the very picturesque lakes. The Emerald Lakes Twilight Markets are on every Thursday from 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm. The markets are renowned for showcasing fine food inspired by tastes from around the World. It has proven to be a popular place to meetup and enjoy the combination of live entertainment, arts and crafts as well as the bounty of fresh produce specials.
Emerald Lakes Drive
Emerald Lakes DriveEmerald Lakes is a European themed residential resort and shopping village. It has a very popular 4 km walking/bike path around the very picturesque lakes. The Emerald Lakes Twilight Markets are on every Thursday from 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm. The markets are renowned for showcasing fine food inspired by tastes from around the World. It has proven to be a popular place to meetup and enjoy the combination of live entertainment, arts and crafts as well as the bounty of fresh produce specials.
A close-by 15 minute drive from our house to Tallai will give you great views of the Surfers Paradise skyline and the Coral Sea.
517 The Panorama, Tallai QLD 4213, Australia
A close-by 15 minute drive from our house to Tallai will give you great views of the Surfers Paradise skyline and the Coral Sea.
Parks & Nature
It is a lovely scenic drive to this national park. It's 40kms from my home and takes about 45 minutes. The bush track down to the cave and waterfall only takes about 20 minutes. It is a popular tourist spot at night because of the glow worms in the cave. So if you go at night take a torch.
193 locals recommend
Natural Bridge, Springbrook National Park
Bakers RoadIt is a lovely scenic drive to this national park. It's 40kms from my home and takes about 45 minutes. The bush track down to the cave and waterfall only takes about 20 minutes. It is a popular tourist spot at night because of the glow worms in the cave. So if you go at night take a torch.
This wildlife sanctuary is a beautiful tranquil place set in a tropical paradise with tall trees and palms. It is home to many species of Australian wildlife. You can roam among the Kangaroos and pat and feed them. You can also hold and have a photo taken with a Koala for a small cost. There are many entertaining shows including the Saltwater Crocodile Feeding Show and Free Flight Bird Show. There is also the Tree Top Challenge for active individuals with 180+ High Ropes Challenges, 20 Huge Ziplines, Tarzan Swings and much more. A great day out with the family. 5 minutes away is the beach and Elephant Rock and meals at the SLSC.
786 locals recommend
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
28 Tomewin StThis wildlife sanctuary is a beautiful tranquil place set in a tropical paradise with tall trees and palms. It is home to many species of Australian wildlife. You can roam among the Kangaroos and pat and feed them. You can also hold and have a photo taken with a Koala for a small cost. There are many entertaining shows including the Saltwater Crocodile Feeding Show and Free Flight Bird Show. There is also the Tree Top Challenge for active individuals with 180+ High Ropes Challenges, 20 Huge Ziplines, Tarzan Swings and much more. A great day out with the family. 5 minutes away is the beach and Elephant Rock and meals at the SLSC.
Clagiraba Creek Trail, Belliss Road, Clagiraba, QLD 4211. This walking track opened in August 2016 and is our nearest bush track being only a 10 minute drive from my home (10 kms). It is a beautiful track criss-crossing the creek, with pristine clear rock water pools and lush rainforest and ferns. There are several tracks to choose from with the creek trail being an easy flat walk of 4 kms return.
Clagiraba Creek
Clagiraba Creek Trail, Belliss Road, Clagiraba, QLD 4211. This walking track opened in August 2016 and is our nearest bush track being only a 10 minute drive from my home (10 kms). It is a beautiful track criss-crossing the creek, with pristine clear rock water pools and lush rainforest and ferns. There are several tracks to choose from with the creek trail being an easy flat walk of 4 kms return.
Shopping
This place is the largest shopping centre on the Gold Coast and is a mecca for shoppers with over 350 retail outlets. There are restaurants and cafes overlooking the lake, plus a cinema complex with 9 screens including a VMax screen and Gold Class viewing with reclining chairs and waiter service. This mega shopping centre is a 12 minute drive from my home (11kms).
212 locals recommend
Robina Town Centre
Robina Town Centre DriveThis place is the largest shopping centre on the Gold Coast and is a mecca for shoppers with over 350 retail outlets. There are restaurants and cafes overlooking the lake, plus a cinema complex with 9 screens including a VMax screen and Gold Class viewing with reclining chairs and waiter service. This mega shopping centre is a 12 minute drive from my home (11kms).
Carrara Markets are Australia's biggest permanent markets with over 400 stalls covering 10 acres and open every Saturday and Sunday 7am to 3pm. The bus trip there takes 20 minutes, however the nearest stop is still a 5 minute walk to the markets.
80 locals recommend
Carrara Markets
Gooding DriveCarrara Markets are Australia's biggest permanent markets with over 400 stalls covering 10 acres and open every Saturday and Sunday 7am to 3pm. The bus trip there takes 20 minutes, however the nearest stop is still a 5 minute walk to the markets.
Essentials
Nerang Mall has it all. Woolworths Supermarket for your groceries. There are clothing stores, doctors and chemist, newsagent, Australia Post Office, fish monger, fruit and vegetables, bottle shop, cheesecake shop, Chinese restaurant, sushi bar and cafes, dry cleaners, etc. This centre a 28 minute walk or 5 minute drive from my home (2.4 kms).
14 locals recommend
Nerang Mall
New StreetNerang Mall has it all. Woolworths Supermarket for your groceries. There are clothing stores, doctors and chemist, newsagent, Australia Post Office, fish monger, fruit and vegetables, bottle shop, cheesecake shop, Chinese restaurant, sushi bar and cafes, dry cleaners, etc. This centre a 28 minute walk or 5 minute drive from my home (2.4 kms).
This is where our nearest shops are located. It's just a 5 to 10 minute walk from my home (500 metres) and there is Proper Pizza Restaurant, Black Lime Cafe, Doctor, Hairdresser, Chemist and General Store. Across the road there are more shops at Kings Park also on Pappas Way and there is the Hot Wok Restaurant and Kemuri Japanese Restaurant.
On the Park
145-151 Pappas WayThis is where our nearest shops are located. It's just a 5 to 10 minute walk from my home (500 metres) and there is Proper Pizza Restaurant, Black Lime Cafe, Doctor, Hairdresser, Chemist and General Store. Across the road there are more shops at Kings Park also on Pappas Way and there is the Hot Wok Restaurant and Kemuri Japanese Restaurant.
It's a 2 minute drive (1 km) to our nearest service station for fuelling up the car.
7-Eleven Carrara North
1 Chisholm RdIt's a 2 minute drive (1 km) to our nearest service station for fuelling up the car.
57 Station Street, Nerang.
This shopping centre is home to Coles Supermarket and several banks including Suncorp and Heritage Bank. Other stores include newsagent, doctor and chemist, continental delicatessen, sushi bar, cafes, clothing and shoe stores. This centre is right next to Nerang Mall and is a 30 minute walk or 5 minute drive from my home (2.5 kms).
My Centre Nerang
57 Station Street57 Station Street, Nerang.
This shopping centre is home to Coles Supermarket and several banks including Suncorp and Heritage Bank. Other stores include newsagent, doctor and chemist, continental delicatessen, sushi bar, cafes, clothing and shoe stores. This centre is right next to Nerang Mall and is a 30 minute walk or 5 minute drive from my home (2.5 kms).
Entertainment & Activities
Good fun and only a 4 minute drive from my home (2.6kms)at 10 Spencer Road, Nerang.
14 locals recommend
Slideways - Go Karting Gold Coast
10 Spencer RdGood fun and only a 4 minute drive from my home (2.6kms)at 10 Spencer Road, Nerang.
Great location and the surf club has good meals. It's located right on the beach next to the huge Kurrawa Pratten Park which has 3 large kids playground. Across the road is the Oasis Shopping Centre and the Broadbeach Mall with lots of restaurants and cafes.
102 locals recommend
Kurrawa Surf Club
Old Burleigh RoadGreat location and the surf club has good meals. It's located right on the beach next to the huge Kurrawa Pratten Park which has 3 large kids playground. Across the road is the Oasis Shopping Centre and the Broadbeach Mall with lots of restaurants and cafes.
Now known as Heritage Bank Stadium hosts a range of sporting events and is also the home ground of the Gold Coast Suns AFL (Australian Football League) Football Club. It was also where the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2018 Commonwealth Games were held back in April 2018. It's just a 20 minute walk from my home (2.2 kms).
45 locals recommend
Metricon Stadium
Nerang Broadbeach RoadNow known as Heritage Bank Stadium hosts a range of sporting events and is also the home ground of the Gold Coast Suns AFL (Australian Football League) Football Club. It was also where the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2018 Commonwealth Games were held back in April 2018. It's just a 20 minute walk from my home (2.2 kms).
It's a 30 minute walk (3.6 kms) from my home to the RACV Royal Pines Resort and Golf Club whom host the Australian PGA Championships in November and many other golfing and tennis events throughout the year.
25 locals recommend
Royal Pines Resort Golf Course
It's a 30 minute walk (3.6 kms) from my home to the RACV Royal Pines Resort and Golf Club whom host the Australian PGA Championships in November and many other golfing and tennis events throughout the year.
This sports centre has 20 tennis courts, pro shop, undercover golf driving range, fitness centre, restaurant, function rooms, customised golf club fitting, swimming pool, mini golf, children’s playground and bbq facilities. This sports centre is a 12 minute walk from my home (1 km).
KDV Sport
221 Nerang Broadbeach RdThis sports centre has 20 tennis courts, pro shop, undercover golf driving range, fitness centre, restaurant, function rooms, customised golf club fitting, swimming pool, mini golf, children’s playground and bbq facilities. This sports centre is a 12 minute walk from my home (1 km).
The Carrara Sports & Leisure Centre opened in April 2017 and hosted many sports during the Commonwealth Games back in April 2018. It is located right next door to Heritage Bank Stadium on the Nerang-Broadbeach Road, Carrara. Sports and competitions played in this venue include basketball, netball, indoor soccer, squash, badminton, table tennis and more. It is a 17 minute walk from my home (1.6 kms).
Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium
296 Nerang Broadbeach RdThe Carrara Sports & Leisure Centre opened in April 2017 and hosted many sports during the Commonwealth Games back in April 2018. It is located right next door to Heritage Bank Stadium on the Nerang-Broadbeach Road, Carrara. Sports and competitions played in this venue include basketball, netball, indoor soccer, squash, badminton, table tennis and more. It is a 17 minute walk from my home (1.6 kms).