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Learn about the History of Southport
Things to do in Southport
Shop until your heart is content in the Australia Fair Shopping Centre, and travel to the nearby beach suburbs for unique and upmarket clothes and jewellery stores. Sea World is an ever popular attraction, and additional theme parks such as Movie World and Universal Studios are also within driving distance of Southport. Go to Main Beach, Surfers Paradise or Broadbeach for a sunny day out swimming, relaxing and surfing. Go out for a meal on Marina Parade, or have a coffee at a caf? by the beach.
History of Southport
The name Southport comes from the fact that the suburb was the southern most point of the Queensland colony. The area began as a large timber supplier, with its own timber mill and a port that allowed transport to and from Brisbane. By the 20th Century Southport had become a popular tourist destination, and today is the central business district for the Gold Coast.
Landmark in Southport
One of the most popular landmarks in the area Sea World theme park, situated on the Southport spit and attracts thousands of local and international tourists each year. Just opposite Sea World you will find another iconic landmark of Southport: the Broadwater ? a stylish waterfront area complete with a yacht club and multiple marinas.
Shopping in Southport
The largest shopping complex is the Australia Fair Shopping Centre, which has over 233 stores and its own cinema. Just a few minutes away you will find Surfers Paradise and its wide array of upmarket resort wear boutiques. The nearby suburb of Broadbeach is also a great option if you want an even wider range of shops. Trade Secrets, the Brickworks is a popular hot spot for designer bargains.
Restaurants & Cafes in Southport
Southport has a huge range of dining options ? from stylish bars in the CBD, to chilled out cafes on the beach. There are a number of fine dining modern Australian options on Marine Parade and Scarborough Street. Seafood and Italian food are popular local specialties, and you won?t have any trouble finding fast and inexpensive take out options for families with kids. Southport Mall also has a number of friendly cafes and eateries.
Sports & Fitness in Southport
The Southport Pool is a first rate aquatic centre offering Olympic distance pools, diving facilities and wading pools for kids. There are plenty of local fitness centres, and many luxury pampering options dotted along the streets of Surfers Paradise. There are trails along the Broadwater - which are designed for walkers, joggers and cyclists. The beaches along the Gold Coast are a great place for a swim, surf or run.
Transport in Southport
Southport has a large bus interchange and its own ferry terminal. Public transport is available to and from all the surrounding Gold Coast suburbs. The closest airport is the Gold Coast Airport in Coolangatta ? which provides connections to all major Australian cities.
Transportation in Southport
Southport is 25km away from the Gold Coast Airport. It is only 4km from Surfers Paradise and 7km from Broadbeach. Brisbane is 75km north of Southport.
Real Estate & Design in Southport
Southport is the central business district for the Gold Coast area ? so while it still attracts many tourists, it is mostly home to slick high-rise offices and shopping complexes. The Broadwater marinas provide a refreshing seaside aspect to the area ? and the beaches close by make the suburb feel more open than most business districts. Holiday Accommodation in Southport puts you in the heart of the Gold Coast ? minutes away from shops, workplaces and gorgeous tourist locations.
Schools, Institutions, Hospitals in Southport
The only public hospital in the area is the Gold Coast Hospital and this is situated in Southport.
Keebra State High School and Musgrave Hill State School are situated in Southport and there are many more high schools nearby in suburbs such as Ashmore, Surfers Paradise and Benowa. There are many local primary schools.
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