Gold Coast Wax Museum: A Trip Through History and Pop Culture
Meet over 110 lifelike wax figures at Australia's largest wax museum, featuring famous faces, historical displays, and the chilling Chamber of Horrors.
The Gold Coast Wax Museum in Surfers Paradise, established in 1968, houses over 110 life-size wax figures, British Crown Jewel replicas, and historical dioramas. It offers a unique blend of historical and contemporary figures, including movie stars, politicians, and infamous villains.
A brief summary to Gold Coast Wax Museum
- 56 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise, Queensland, 4217, AU
- +61755383975
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Visit on weekdays to avoid the larger weekend crowds and enjoy a more relaxed experience.
- Take a guided tour of the Chamber of Horrors for a more immersive and informative experience.
- Bring your camera to capture photos with your favorite celebrities and historical figures.
- Check for special discounts on entry fees for groups.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Wax Museum is easily accessible by public transport. Take the G:link light rail to Cypress Avenue Station, which is a 5-minute walk away. Alternatively, bus routes 705 and 740 stop near the museum at Ferry Ave at Palm Avenue or Cypress Avenue. A single fare on the G:link or bus costs approximately $4.80 AUD.
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Walking
The Wax Museum is located in the heart of Surfers Paradise and is within walking distance of many attractions. From Cavill Avenue, walk north along Surfers Paradise Blvd, turn left on Elkhorn Avenue, and then right onto Ferny Avenue. The museum is on the corner of Ferny Avenue and Elkhorn Avenue.
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Driving
If driving, the Wax Museum is located on the corner of Gold Coast Highway and Elkhorn Avenue. Paid parking is available on Cypress Avenue, a short walk from the museum. Undercover parking is also available at Bruce Bishop Car Park on Beach Road and Chevron Renaissance Car Park. Parking rates typically range from $5 to $10 AUD per hour.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre
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Holey Moley Golf Club Surfers Paradise
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Padlockd Escape Rooms & Bar
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Fox in a Box Gold Coast Escape Rooms
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Eclipse Escape
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Quack'rDuck
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Sightseeing Lunch Cruise with Sea World Cruises
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Crazy Cat Café
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Budds In Surfers
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Southern Cross Tours
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Circle on Cavill Shopping Centre
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Holey Moley Golf Club Cavill
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Surfers Paradise Tattoo Studio / Surfers Paradise Collective
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Steampunk Surfers Paradise
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Matey Monument
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Unmissable attractions to see
Jet Boat Extreme
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Hot Air Balloon Gold Coast
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Gold Coast JetX
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Infinity Attraction
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Appel Park
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Whales In Paradise
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Pineapple Tours
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Aquaduck Gold Coast
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Surfers Paradise River Cruises
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Tiki Reserve
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Surfers
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ILLUSIONS MAGIC SHOW
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Mirror Bar
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Cavill Lane Surfers Paradise
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Surfers Paradise
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Essential places to dine
Baritalia Surfers Paradise
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Betty's Burgers
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Surfers Pavilion
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Costa D'oro Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
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Chiangmai Thai Restaurant
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Viet Nam Ơi (Vietnamese Restaurant Surfers Paradise)
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La Porchetta Restaurant Surfers Paradise
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Sandbar Surfers Paradise
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White Rhino Bar & Eats
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La Calabrese Italian Restaurant & Pizza
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COAST
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Kathmandu Momo
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Bazaar Gold Coast
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The Yankee's Restaurant & Bar (Surfers Paradise)
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Yamagen Japanese Restaurant
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Pacas Op Shop
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Newsxpress Surfers Paradise
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Violet & Moss Homewares
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Shop Collab Chevron Renaissance
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Blockout Clothing
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Mak 3 Gifts
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GBO Surfers Paradise
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Gold Coast Discounters
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Urban World
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Tobacconist store
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The Organic Kase
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紀念品店
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Australia the Gift - Australian Souvenir & Gift Store
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Ghanda Clothing Surfers Paradise
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Cotton On Surfers Paradise
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
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Central Lounge
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House of Brews
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Ms Margot's Bar & Eats
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The Cavill Hotel
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Stingray Lounge
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Cocktails Nightclub
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Casablanca Gold Coast
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Hyde Paradiso
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The Island Rooftop
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Kitty O'Shea's
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Chapter & Verse Bar and Lounge
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Bonsai Bar
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Social House
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