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Burleigh Heads

Queensland, Australia · Oceania

About Burleigh Heads

Burleigh Heads works well as a base: 5 minutes from Varsity Lakes, 12km from Surfers Paradise Street Circuit.

Burleigh Heads is a town located in Queensland, Australia. With a population of 10,978, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Burleigh Heads sits in Australia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Australia/Brisbane time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Burleigh Heads to your route.

About Burleigh Heads

Burleigh Head is a small national park at Burleigh Heads in the City of Gold Coast in South East Queensland, Australia.

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Burleigh Heads offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Burleigh Heads located?

Burleigh Heads is located in Queensland, Australia, Oceania. The coordinates are -28.1000 latitude, 153.4500 longitude.

What is the population of Burleigh Heads?

Burleigh Heads has a population of approximately 10,978 people, making it a town in Australia.

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Quick Information

Population
10,978
Continent
Oceania
Country
Australia
Region
Queensland
Timezone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-28.1000, 153.4500

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Australia

Police
000
Ambulance
000
Fire
000
Non-emergency police
131 444
Driving side
left

112 works from mobiles. Distances between fuel stops in the outback can exceed 200 km: plan ahead. Wildlife is most active at dawn/dusk.

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Worth the detour from Burleigh Heads

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

beach

Surfers Paradise Beach

The Gold Coast's flagship beach with a long stretch of golden sand backed by a skyline of gleaming high-rises.

11 km · about 20 min drive

famous road

Surfers Paradise Street Circuit

A Gold Coast street circuit running along the beachfront and through the high-rise canyon of Surfers Paradise, host of Indycar and now Supercars. Ordinary beach-town streets off-season.

12 km · about 25 min drive

national park

Springbrook National Park

Rainforest plateau in the Gold Coast hinterland with sealed access to Purling Brook Falls and the Best of All Lookout car parks.

20 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast

Australia's premier water park on the Gold Coast featuring giant water slides, wave pools, and aqua-play areas.

25 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Warner Bros. Movie World

Gold Coast movie-themed park featuring rides and attractions based on iconic Warner Bros. films and characters.

25 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Dreamworld

Australia's largest theme park on the Gold Coast with thrill rides, wildlife encounters, and family attractions.

30 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Burleigh Heads

  • Right hereSurfers Paradise Street CircuitA Gold Coast street circuit running along the beachfront and through the high-rise canyon of Surfers Paradise, host of Indycar and now Supercars. Ordinary beach-town streets off-season.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Burleigh Heads.

Palm Beach

🇦🇺 Australia

2 km awayPop. 15,205

Burleigh Waters

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2 km awayPop. 14,117

Miami

🇦🇺 Australia

3 km awayPop. 7,162

Varsity Lakes

🇦🇺 Australia

4 km awayPop. 14,753

Elanora

🇦🇺 Australia

4 km awayPop. 12,059

Currumbin

🇦🇺 Australia

5 km awayPop. 3,026

Reedy Creek

🇦🇺 Australia

5 km awayPop. 6,583

Tallebudgera

🇦🇺 Australia

6 km awayPop. 3,614

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