Guidebook for Varsity Lakes
Food Scene
The Kitchens
Robina Town Centre Drivethere's a great range of restaurants, something for everyone.
Jimmy Grants Robina
19 Robina Town Centre DrIts owned by George Colombaris, a 'must visit' for MasterChef fans.
This restaurant has won multiple local awards. We prefer take-away to eating in as the wine list isn't that great.
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Krish Indian Cuisine
1 Mudgeeraba RdThis restaurant has won multiple local awards. We prefer take-away to eating in as the wine list isn't that great.
Delicious & healthy food & a great atmosphere. One of our local favourites.
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Taboon Modern Middle Eastern Cafe
514 Christine AveDelicious & healthy food & a great atmosphere. One of our local favourites.
Justin Lane Establishment
1708-1710 Gold Coast HwyGood food and the rooftop bar has a great view.
Wholesome vegetarian food - a Burleigh Heads icon. Quick, tasty & VERY cheap!
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Govindas Burleigh Heads
20 James StWholesome vegetarian food - a Burleigh Heads icon. Quick, tasty & VERY cheap!
James Street
James StreetA local hub for restaurants & nightlife.
Great vibe, with street food from many cultures & live music every Friday & Saturday night.
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Miami Marketta
23 Hillcrest ParadeGreat vibe, with street food from many cultures & live music every Friday & Saturday night.
oscars restaurant
82 The EsplanadeInnovative & award-winning seafood, right on the beach
Blackboard Varsity
240 Varsity ParadePerfect for catching up with friends!
Entertainment & Activities
Its close and there are good restaurants in the same complex to have dinner & make it a night out.
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Event Cinemas Robina
Lido ParadeIts close and there are good restaurants in the same complex to have dinner & make it a night out.
ZONE BOWLING and Laser Tag Robina
1 Robina Town Centre DrIts close & its always fun!
Dreamworld station
The rides are the best on the Gold Coast!
Sea World
Seaworld DrYou can swim with the dolphins!
David Fleay Wildlife Park
You can see Australian animals up close
Learn what goes on behind the scenes in the movies. Great rides as well!
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Warner Bros. Movie World
Pacific MotorwayLearn what goes on behind the scenes in the movies. Great rides as well!
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
Pacific MotorwayBest water slides & rides! Cool down on a warm day!
Parks & Nature
Burleigh Beach,
One of the Gold Coast's many world-class beaches
I-Burleigh Head National Park
Goodwin TerraceShort & easy walk with stunning views.
Iphakethe yaseSpringbrook
Old School RoadBeautiful drive, lovely walks & scenery
Go at the bird feeding time - amazing photo opportunity!
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
28 Tomewin StGo at the bird feeding time - amazing photo opportunity!
I-Glow Worm Caves ye-Tamborine Mountain
104 Hartley RdBeautiful!
Lamington National Park
Rainforest walks & spectacular waterfalls
Arts & Culture
Learn about the culture & history of the Gold Coast's indigenous people.
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Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre
1711 Gold Coast HwyLearn about the culture & history of the Gold Coast's indigenous people.
Theatre & gallery - worth checking to see what's on during your stay
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HOTA, Home of the Arts
135 Bundall RdTheatre & gallery - worth checking to see what's on during your stay
Shopping
Everything you need under one roof. The Gold Coast's 2nd largest shopping centre, including David Jones, Myer and designer stores.
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Robina Town Centre station
Everything you need under one roof. The Gold Coast's 2nd largest shopping centre, including David Jones, Myer and designer stores.
Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
32 Hooker BlvdThe biggest shopping mall on the Gold Coast!
Easy T Centre
514 Christine AveGreat organic shop & butcher.
Getting Around
Varsity Lakes station
Express trains to Brisbane city & airport