Southport Pier, Gold Coast, pier in Southport, Gold Coast, Queensland

Southport Pier is a 100-metre concrete pier over the Gold Coast Broadwater in Southport, Queensland. Its deck is paved with light grey rectangular slabs, a metal railing of vertical bars lines the outer edge, and a flat, angled canopy of dark solar panels stands above the left portion on pale branching posts.

The original pier was built in 1883 and served for over a century as a key spot for boats and travelers to arrive and depart. The old wooden structure was removed in 1969, and the current modern pier was constructed in 2009.

The pier serves as a gathering place where locals and visitors come to slow down and connect with the water. Fishermen, walkers, and families use it daily to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and watch boats pass by.

The pier is easy to access and walk along, with free entry and short walking distance from nearby parking and parkland areas. There are no facilities like cafes or restrooms on the pier itself, so plan ahead if you need these amenities.

During the 1920s, a theatre operated on the historic pier showing films and hosting dance events before it burned down in 1932 and was rebuilt. This past reveals that the pier was once a lively entertainment hub for the community.