Brisbane

Brisbane. Australia’s fastest growing capital city. An energetic urban hub of outdoors action and activity. A cosmopolitan city of almost two million urbanites who embrace a laid-back attitude and an easy-going outdoors lifestyle. A city that’s defined by its youthful spirit and warm and welcoming Aussie heart. Then there’s the weather! The long endless days of sunshine and the fair blue skies that slowly fades into balmy star-filled nights.

Experiencing unique urban adventures
Greet the day and the first rays of a breaking dawn with a hot air balloon flight over the city or over the beautiful Valleys of the Scenic Rim & the heritage city of Ipswich. Climb up the 200 millions-year old inner city cliffs. Scale the heights of the iconic Story Bridge. Take to the water and kayak up the winding curves of the Brisbane River. Or hire a bike and explore the 500+ kilometres of city bikeways and floating boardwalks.

Embracing the great outdoors
Spend a day picnicking in a park fragrant with the smell of tropical flowers. Cruise the Brisbane river on a CityCat - the city’s high-speed river catamarans and most favoured from of public transport. Swim in Australia only inner-city beach at South Bank. Head out to the pristine waters of Moreton Bay to surf the waves or dive the reefs. Or take a trek amongst the ancient rainforests and natural wonderlands of the region’s World Heritage-listed National Parks.

Meeting the native wildlife
Make friends with the natives and cuddle a koala at the world’s oldest and largest koala sanctuary. Feel the pure joy of hand-feeding wild dolphins as they frolic about in crystal clear waters. Experience the magical lightshow of the glowworm cave. Or marvel at the majesty of whales as you cruise the waters of Moreton Bay on a luxurious whale-watching tour.

Nurturing the mind and soul with art and culture
Hosting everything from big name Broadway shows and international art exhibitions to community festivals and music fiestas, Brisbane boasts a vibrant calendar of art and cultural events.

Dining
Rediscover the long lost art of leisurely alfresco breakfasts, late lunches in side walk cafes and gourmet encounters in award-winning restaurants. From the five-state, silver-service establishment to the small, local, ethic eatery, Brisbane serves up some of Australia’s finest and most mouth-watering dining experiences. Fresh regional produce takes centre stage, complemented by an impressive and ever-improving array of local wines.

Nightlife
From classy cocktail bars to funky pubs to urban dance clubs Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley is the home of Brisbane’s live music scene.

Shopping
From the ½ kilometre strip or retail indulgence the Queen Street Mall in the city to urban villages to weekend markets, Brisbane delivers the latest cutting-edge fashions, dreamy vintage pieces and the brightest new designs from local designers. This is the city that gave the world creative genius of Sass and Bide and Easton Pearson.

Venturing out to a world of views and vines
Follow the sunset to discover the rural charms, patchwork fields and country hospitality of the Scenic Rim. Or head north to Samford, Dayboro, Mount Nebo or Mount Glorious for a hinterland hideaway. Clean country air, the smell of eucalyptus trees, the sound of whip birds and in winter long evenings spent sitting by a crackling wood fireplace.

Exploring further a field
Brisbane is the perfect urban hub for easy day-trip explorations of the Gold and Sunshine Coasts. The Gold Coast lies one hour to the south; the Sunshine Coast lies one hour to the north. The greater Brisbane region also delivers a premier collection of theme parks that sit just 45 minutes from our city centre.


Must See and Do…

  • South Bank
  • Explore the city sights by CityCat
  • Climb the Story Bridge
  • Experience the energising outdoor adventures at Kangaroo Point and the Brisbane River
  • Discover the Gallery of Modern Art
  • Cuddle a Koala at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
  • Hand fee wild dolphins at Moreton Island
  • Hot Air Ballooning
  • Wine and Dine in the Scenic Rim
  • Shopping at the Queen Street Mall, urban villages and the many markets
  • Visit Fortitude Valley for it’s restaurants shopping and nightlife
  • View the city from Mt Coot-tha
  • Alfresco dining on the river
  • Day trips to Theme Parks, Australia Zoo and other exciting entertainment options

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