35 Fun Things to Do Indoors When it's Raining on the Gold Coast |

Are you looking for something fun to do indoors on the Gold Coast?

We all know The Gold Coast is best on sunny days, but what is there to do on the Gold Coast when it is raining?

Fortunately, the Gold Coast isn’t just beautiful beaches and amusement parks. There are plenty of choices for fun on the Gold Coast, even when it’s raining.

Keep reading to find the best indoor fun for all ages on the Gold Coast.

Things to do When It’s Raining on the Gold Coast

Play all Day

Time Zone

Play cards at Time Zone are available by time or cost. Besides arcade games, Time Zone Surfer’s Paradise offers bowling, mini-bowling, laser tag, bumper cars, and glow-in-the-dark mini-golf.

With a bar and cafe inside, it is easy to stay all day and play at Time Zone Surfer’s Paradise on rainy days.

Holey Moley

Time Zone is not the only option for indoor putt-putt on the Gold Coast.

Holey Moley in Surfer’s Paradise has 18 themed putt-putt holes, private karaoke rooms, and a bar.

Escape Rooms

Solve puzzles and clues in the given time to “escape” the themed room at any of the escape rooms on the Gold Coast. Most of the escape rooms have a time limit of 1 hour, and some of the escape rooms are family-friendly.

Choose between 4 family-friendly themed rooms at Escape Hunt, where the recommended age is 7+.

Kids under 7 play free in any of the 8-themed rooms at Fox in a Box. Some of their rooms can be modified for younger players.

Padlock’d offers 8 escape rooms for various ages. Three of the rooms are scary and available for those 15+, while the other rooms are suggested for 10+.

In addition to Escape Hunt, Fox in a Box, and Padlock’d, there are a few locations on the Gold Coast that offer escape rooms in addition to their other forms of entertainment such as Strike Bowling and Holoverse.

Strike Bowling

Strike Bowling Surfer’s Paradise has lots to do to keep you busy and dry on a rainy day on the Gold Coast.

Choose between bowling, private karaoke rooms, and an escape room, or stay all day.

Archie Brothers Cirque Electric

A big sign that says Welcome to the Circus at Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq.

A great option both on rainy days and if it is raining on the Gold Coast at night, Archie Brothers Cirque Electric is filled with fun games to play, and it is open late!

A modern arcade with virtual reality in addition to interactive games, Archie Brothers Cirque Electric is a fun place to spend a rainy day.

Plus, there is a bar and restaurant inside that serves burgers, sandwiches, pizza, and snacks.

Hijinx Hotel

Another option open both day and late at night on the Gold Coast is Hijinx Hotel, an interactive game experience.

Groups of 2-6 experience 5 of the rooms at Hijinx Hotel. Each room has a different game inside, and players need to solve the puzzles quickly as everything is timed.

There are 15 challenge rooms in all, so if you want to see them all, you need to book separate games.

Star Casino

The casino at Star Casino is open 24/7.

Star Casino has over 70 tables to play at and more than 1400 machines.

There are multiple bars and restaurants at Star Casino, as well as a spa and cinema.

Star Cinema has a large concert venue with live music.

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Explore

Infinity

Open daily, Infinity is a unique 30-minute experience. Set up like a maze with lights and various themes, Infinity is fun to explore, but beware, some areas are dark.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not

Explore the odd world at Ripley’s Believe It or Not at Surfer’s Paradise.

Complete with 12 galleries on 2 levels of the odditorium and a moving theatre experience, Ripley’s Believe It or Not is sure to entertain.

Holoverse

Holograms may look real, but they are made out of lasers. Holoverse in Surfer’s Paradise has galleries filled with holograms from dinosaurs to under the sea.

Compete against your friends in hologram sports, “fly” through the hologram sky, or escape from the holographic monster escape room. Experiences can be booked together or separately at Holoverse.

Gold Coast Wax Museum

The Gold Coast Wax Museum has the largest collection of wax figures in the southern hemisphere and is one of the longest-running attractions on the Gold Coast.

Exhibits change at the wax museum, but generally, there are famous people, characters from famous stories, and crown jewels on display.

ArtVo

ArtVo at Robina Town Centre is made up of 6 rooms of illusions and amazing photo opportunities.

Staff are on hand to take your photograph, which allows you to be part of the art.

Viator has tickets to ArtVo with a lowest price guarantee.

Gold Coast Motor Museum

Have a meal at Stanley’s Restaurant and check out the classic cars at Gold Coast Motor Museum.

Try Something Daring

iFLy

Kids as young as 3 can try indoor skydiving at iFLy.

Virtual skydiving is available at iFly as well, for those who want to pretend to be somewhere else.

Slideways Go Karting

Drive through 3 levels of indoor tracks at Slideways Go Karting.

Kids 4+ can ride along, and those 7+ can drive their own go-kart during family sessions.

Game Over

Enjoy the indoors with indoor go-karting, indoor mini-golf, laser tag, rock climbing, and a zip-coaster at Game Over Gold Coast.

Maniax Ax Throwing

Have you ever wanted to throw an ax? Head to Maxiax on the Gold Coast.

Kids 11+ can throw an ax at Maniax, so long as they are with an adult. Kids younger than 11 are allowed in the venue.

Maniax has food and drinks to enjoy after your game.

Gold Coast Indoor Paint Ball

Even paintball can be played indoors at Gold Coast Indoor Paintball.

Spectators are allowed to watch, and playing paintball is for those 15+.

Learn Something New

Wildflower Gin

Learn about the history of gin and then make your own at a Gin Masterclass or during a distillery tour and tasting.

Grandad Jack’s Distillery also has gin-making classes as well as tours and tastings.

The Craft Parlour

Learn everything from basket weaving to candle making to jewelry making at The Craft Parlour. Workshops are available for kids and adults.

The Craft Parlour also sells kits for those who want to save them for a rainy day.

Shop

Pacific Fair

Pacific Fair is the largest shopping center on the Gold Coast with more than 400 shops.

There are 4 play areas for kids at Pacific Fair and a cinema.

A tourist shuttle drives to Pacific Fair from the beaches.

Robina Town Centre

The 2nd largest shopping center on the Gold Coast, Robina Town Centre has plenty of places to eat, shop, and be entertained.

With a cinema, Time Zone arcade, Zone Bowling, and ArtVo, there is plenty to keep busy on rainy days on the Gold Coast.

Carrara Markets

Australia’s largest marketplace, Carrara Markets, has more than 400 stalls of food, shops, and attractions.

When the weather is nice, a butterfly house, mini-golf, and a family fun lane filled with family fun such as face painting and pony rides can be found outside at Carrara Markets.

Eat and Drink

Miami Marketta

Miami Marketta, an indoor market, makes you feel far away from the Gold Coast.

Try some delicious street food and listen to live music every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday evening.

Day Tour Tastings

The Gold Coast has breweries, distilleries, and wineries with plenty of day tours to check out.

High Tea at Imperial Hotel (Formally Palazzo Versace)

Reserve your spot at Le Jardin for high tea at the former Palazzo Versace Hotel, now Imperial Hotel.

There are 3 high tea options to choose from, plus a children’s high tea.

Honeyworld

Learn how honey goes from the hive to the bottle and try different kinds of honey at Honeyworld.

Tours are available and must be booked in advance.

Things to do with Kids When It’s Raining on the Gold Coast

In addition to most of the activities above, there are a few kid-specific activities to do on the Gold Coast when it’s raining.

Bounce

All ages can jump out their energy on the trampolines at Bounce.

The Gold Coast location has the largest Bounce and also the first MiniBounce designed for kids up to 6.

For those who want to bounce late without the little ones, Bounce is open until 8.

Planet Chill Ice Skating

Paradise Resort Gold Coast has plenty for kids to do, including Planet Chill ice skating.

Of course, everyone can enjoy ice skating, but their rink is pretty small and geared toward younger kids. They have penguins to help new skaters.

For more fun at Paradise Resort Gold Coast, read 21 Reasons Kids Love Paradise Resort Gold Coast.

Things to do at Night When It’s Raining on the Gold Coast

Many of the above activities are open in the evenings. Here are a few more ideas for things to do at night on the Gold Coast.

Home of the Arts

Theatre, cabaret, children’s shows, comedy, dance, HOTA has it all.

Shows and workshops take place day and night.

The art gallery and children’s gallery are free to enter. Movies are shown at the HOTA cinema. HOTA has a bar, restaurant, and cafe on its premises, and HOTA is a great place to spend the day or night whether it is raining on the Gold Coast or not.

Australian Outback Spectacular

Head into the area for dinner and a live show with Australian Outback Spectacular.

The experience starts with live music and photo sessions before the show.

A 3-course dinner is served during the show.

Books tickets for Australian Outback Spectucular through Get Your Guide.

Dracula’s Cabaret

Enjoy a 3-course meal while watching a cabaret show at Dracula’s.

Order one of their unique cocktails and enjoy the show.

Illusions Magic Show

A family-friendly magic show, Illusions Magic Show, takes place on Friday and Saturday nights. Dinner shows are available.

Spirits of the Red Sand

A show based on Aboriginal stories and rituals, Spirits of the Red Sand includes dinner and a live show with music and dancing.

More Fun Things to Do on the Gold Coast

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