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HOTA, Home of the Arts

  • Free Activities
  • Arts + Culture
  • Museums + Galleries

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Experience Culture, Art, and Nature at HOTA, Home of the Arts

Nestled in lush tropical parklands with the iconic Surfers Paradise skyline as a backdrop, HOTA, Home of the Arts, is the Gold Coast’s premier cultural precinct. It’s your destination for live performances, serene lake-side strolls, stargazing, cinema, and innovative art. Whether exploring the vibrant indoor galleries or the outdoor stage’s stunning views, there’s art for everyone. The Adventure Trail on the living roof of the Outdoor Stage offers a unique botanical experience, thriving in the Gold Coast’s subtropical climate. The Children’s Gallery is free to attend and offers a series of fun, creative and thoughtful exhibitions.

Don’t miss the lively HOTA Markets every Sunday morning, featuring farm-fresh produce, artisan foods, boutique fashion, and handcrafted goods.

Ideal For

  • All Ages
  • Arts + Culture
  • Museums + Galleries
  • Dreamer

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Child Friendly Dining

HOTA Cafe: Open weekdays from 8.30am, 9am Saturday and 10am Sunday. The menu has snacks, light lunches, coffee, drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and cakes.

BYO Picnic: relax and enjoy your own picnic in the park by the lake.

Location

HOTA, Home of the Arts, Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise QLD, Australia

FAQs

  1. Opening Hours: Daily 10am to 4pm
  2. Accessibility: Actively welcomes people with access needs.
  3. Car Parking: Limited parking at HOTA. You can park at HOTA for up to four hours free of charge – you will need to register your vehicle at the parking machines onsite to redeem this. If you’re staying with us longer than four hours, payment can be made via a parking machine onsite or via the EasyPark Mobile App. Parking is managed by City of Gold Coast (1300 734 070). Alternatively consider travelling by HOPO Ferry or public transport.
  4. Family Facilities: HOTA Gallery has a Changing Places toilet.
  • Lawn / Gardens
  • FREE WiFi
  • Enquiry Desk
  • Carpark
  • Cafe
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