10 Museums in Gold Coast That You Shouldn't Miss

Watling Art - Fine Art Gallery open to the public with free entry. Showing a huge range of Art in our upstairs and downstairs airconditioned gallery spaces! Australian Laandscape, Contemporary & Abstract, Aboriginal & traditional art. Artefacts & sculpture! NOW SERVING GREAT ESPRESSO! X-mas/ NEW YEAR 2018/19 - Massive Fine Art Sale. UP TO 70% OFF!!

19 Karen Contemporary Artspace can be found tucked away in an industrial precinct bearing the name and number of the street. The warehouse-nouveau style arts facility boasts 380 square metres of exhibition wall space. The gallery represents both national and international artists, as well as both emerging and established artists. We are open to the public Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10am to 5pm.

A fascinating display of military memorabilia that serve as moving reminders of Australia's valiant military effort and contributions.

Stepping into a world of optical illusions, the larger than life murals allow people of all ages to come face to face with wild animals, scale rocky crevasses and surf the ultimate pipelines. Stretching over 1400 square metres, visitors can walk through a variety of different zones, each with its own spectacular theme. ArtVo illusions offers everyone the chance to experience the traditional art museum in a whole new way. It offers their patrons the opportunity, to not only touch the art but be the art by simply striking a pose in front of the camera. What is even more refreshing are the museum staff who encourage you to take as many photos and selfies as possible. They can assist you so you and your friends are free to become part of the art at all times. A fantastic idea for all ages!

Set in the fabulous Gold Coast Hinterland on 12-acres surrounded by native trees and lush grass land the Gold Coast Motor Museum is the latest tourist attraction to open in South East Queensland. The Museum and Restaurant are perfectly positioned on a crest which offers a picturesque view across the lawn and down the Coomera valley, only 10 minutes inland from Movieworld (exit 60). This is a must visit attraction for any car lover, with a great selection of cars and motor bikes ranging from 1911 through the ages until 1988. There are horse drawn buggies, push bikes and peddle cars. Even if you are not attracted to motoring history you will also see many other forms of history including telephones, tins, tools, and even period fashion for the ladies on our wonderful Mannequins. There is plenty to see here and displays will change from time to time so a return trip will be sure to please. Museum Entry Fee Adults $20 Seniors $15 Kids under 15 are free

Believe It or Not!...We have just had a renovation and have extended our offerings with a totally NEW attraction, brand NEW lobby and all NEW galleries featuring all NEW exhibits and interactives. Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium is one of Surfers Paradises’ BEST Indoor Interactive Attractions and museums! With over 1,000 square metres to explore, guests will discover more than 300 genuine artifacts, amazing stories and videos, incredible illusions, fun interactive games, arcades and life-size figurines of unusual characters who actually lived! An hour plus of entertainment for the whole family! A Ripley’s LaseRace is included in General Ripley Admission. ALL NEW ATTRACTION - Ripley’s 7D Moving Theatre is an 8 seater immersive motion simulator ride with multiple effects and dimensions that makes the guests feel like they are right in the middle of a video game. This is a fast pace shooting experience where guests compete against the other opponents for the top score.