SkyPoint Observation Deck

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SkyPoint Observation Deck occupies levels 77 and 78 of the Q1 tower in Surfers Paradise on Queensland’s Gold Coast.

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What's on here

Why go

  • Look out from 230 metres above Surfers Paradise.
  • Visit Australia’s only beachside observation deck.

Opening hours

Today07:00 – 21:00Show all
Monday07:00 – 21:00
Tuesday07:00 – 21:00
Wednesday07:00 – 21:00
Thursday07:00 – 21:00
Friday07:00 – 21:00
Saturday07:00 – 21:00
Sunday07:00 – 21:00

Know before you go

  • Open daily from 07:00 to 21:00.
  • The observation deck and Bistro+Bar sometimes close to the public for private events.
  • Tickets are available online through SkyPoint’s website.

Best time to visit

  • For an evening visit, after-dark tickets offer views of the Gold Coast’s city lights from the observation deck.

Photo spots

  • Level 77 observation deckPhotograph the Gold Coast skyline from the observation deck.Level 77, Q1 Building, corner of Clifford St and Surfers Paradise Blvd On the map

Interesting facts3

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  1. 38 seconds

    The renovated lift reaches Level 77 in 38 seconds and uses KONE UltraRope technology.

    SkyPoint Gold Coast – Observation Deck & SkyPoint Climb
  2. A museum, weather station, theatrette and lounge bar span the deck’s two levels.

    SkyPoint Observation Deck - Wikipedia
  3. 400 people

    The observation deck can accommodate 400 people.

    SkyPoint Observation Deck - Wikipedia

Shorts

History

  1. 2002–2005Q1 was built and opened with an observation deck on 26 October 2005.
  2. Late 2000sThe deck was renamed QDeck.
  3. 2009After MFS entered receivership, Ardent Leisure bought the deck for $13.5 million.
  4. 2010A $1 million refurbishment rebranded the deck as SkyPoint.
  5. 2011Construction of the exterior SkyPoint Climb began in September.
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  1. 2012The SkyPoint Climb opened on 14 January.

How to get there

  • TramThe Surfers Paradise G:Link station is directly in front of the SkyPoint Lobby.
  • 6 minOn footWalk six minutes from central Surfers Paradise.
  • ParkingParking is beneath the Q1 Building, accessed via Hamilton Ave.
  • On footSkyPoint, Q1 Building, 9 Hamilton Ave, Surfers Paradise; the observation deck is on Level 77.

Sources: SkyPoint Observation Deck - Wikipedia · SkyPoint Gold Coast – Observation Deck & SkyPoi… · Visit SkyPoint | SkyPoint · SkyPoint Tickets – Gold Coast Observation Deck … · checked 28 Sep 2026

Where
9 Hamilton Ave Level 77, Q1 Building, Surfers Paradise

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Questions and answers

How can I check accessibility at SkyPoint Observation Deck?

SkyPoint provides an accessibility guide to help visitors assess its facilities.

Is breakfast available at SkyPoint Observation Deck?

SkyPoint offers a buffet breakfast. Breakfast tickets are sold at the lobby.

Where can I see the SkyPoint dining menu?

View the menu.

Can I buy souvenirs or collect a photo at SkyPoint Observation Deck?

SkyPoint souvenirs and a personal photo are available on the way out.

How can I enquire about a private event at SkyPoint?

Use the event booking form on SkyPoint’s website.

How can I contact SkyPoint Observation Deck?

Call +61 7 5582 2707.

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