The Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia, offers a variety of museums and galleries that cater to different interests. Some of the must-visit museums in the area include the Gold Coast Hinterland Heritage Museum in Logan Village, showcasing original buildings from the Queensland Hinterland's earliest period. The Forest of Memories in Mudgeeraba is an outdoor museum highlighting the rich history of the local area through traditional buildings.
The Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre, the only Aboriginal cultural center on the Gold Coast, offers guided tours of significant historical sites on the renowned Burleigh Headland. The Gold Coast War Museum in Surfers Paradise focuses on the history of war and its impact on the region. The Gold Coast Historical Museum in Surfers Paradise showcases the region's history, including its Indigenous heritage and development into a tourist destination.
ArtVo Gold Coast in Robina is an interactive art gallery featuring optical illusions and 3D artwork for visitors to interact with. The Royal Queensland Art Society Inc. in Broadbeach showcases contemporary art from local and international artists. While not in the Gold Coast, the Queensland Art Gallery in Brisbane, an hour away, is well worth the journey for art enthusiasts, housing works by famous artists like Pablo Picasso and featuring a stunning collection of Aboriginal art.