Best high teas in the Gold Coast

Best for macaron lovers: Passiontree Velvet from Groupon

Be extra sweet to yourself with this treat of afternoon tea for two that includes all of the classic trimmings plus a take-home box of colourful macarons.

• Location: Coolangatta, Queensland
• Includes: The Duchess Full High Tea (finger sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, high tea fancies), box of macarons
• Cost: $35 per person

Best for classic high tea: Leaf Cafe Bar Restaurant from Groupon

This is a high tea experience for two that’s ideal for those on a budget. Get all of the classic trimmings such as sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, a selection of desserts and a pot of tea to share.

• Location: Goodna, Queensland
• Includes: Finger sandwiches, chips, pot of tea to share, scones and a selection of desserts
• Cost: $25 for two

Best for an experience: Mount Tamborine wineries from Viator

Not just a high tea outing, this is a day tour that incorporates some of Mount Tamborine’s best wine trails. After a day out you'll stop for high tea in the afternoon at one of the wineries.

• Location: Mt Tamborine, Queensland
• Includes: Wine tastings at multiple wineries, high tea at a winery, hotel pick-up and drop-off, guide, live entertainment, lunch, snacks and water
• Cost: $160 per person

Best for a girls’ afternoon: The High Tea Party from Groupon

Spend an afternoon with the girls for a high tea event that is more than just sweet and savoury bites. The High Tea Party is also a fashion show where you can pick up on the latest trends and shop the stalls.

• Location: Main Beach, Queensland
• Includes: Full day fashion event including a fashion show, nail, hair, make-up and hand massage stands, classic high tea and sparkling bubbly wine
• Cost: $59 per person

Best for quirk: NightQuarter from RedBalloon

Start your afternoon with friends for a traditional high tea that includes sweet and savoury bites before heading to the NightQuarter to explore the 120 stalls.

• Location: Helensvale, Queensland
• Includes: Traditional high tea with tea or wine, VIP entry to NightQuarter
• Cost: $80 for two

Best for decadence: Clifford’s Grill & Lounge from Groupon

Take the afternoon to indulge in rich sweets, savoury sandwiches, premium tea and Chandon in the well-designed Clifford’s Grill and Lounge that is best described as warehouse chic.

• Location: Surfers Paradise, Queensland
• Includes: Handmade French macarons, petit fours, scones, ribbon sandwiches, premium tea, coffee and a glass of Chandon each
• Cost: $59 for two

Best for budget: Kafe Cafe from Groupon

Not your traditional take on high tea, this budget option includes a club sandwich plus cake and macarons for dessert.

• Location: Sunnybank, Queensland
• Includes: High tea for two including a Kafe club sandwich, a scone with jam and cream, gourmet cake, fresh macarons and your choice of tea or coffee
• Cost: $34 for two

QT Gold Coast from Finder Hotels

Dining at the QT? Why not treat yourself to an overnight stay to enjoy all its luxurious facilities?

RACV Pines Resort from Finder Hotels

Double down and try both high teas when you stay at the RACV Pines Resort. It's perfect if you're keen to tee off on the green.