48 Things To Do In Brisbane

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1. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

9 km from city center

Wildlife

Honoured as one of the Q150 icons of Queensland, as part of the Q150 celebrations of 2009, and marked as the oldest and the largest koala sanctuary in the world, the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is a 44-acre land located in the Fig Tree Pocket of Brisbane, Australia. It was founded in 1927 and is now a shelter for koalas, kangaroos, wombats, echidnas, Tasmanian devils, and other Australian species. S (Read More)trict regulations ensure the safety and protection rights of the sole occupants-the wildlife.

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₹5,862

4.7 /5

1 km from city center

Garden & Park

Located on the southern bank of the Brisbane River, opposite the city, South Bank Parklands is a popular cultural and entertainment precinct. Featuring a man-made beach where visitors can swim and sunbathe, this area also offers long tree-lined walks, several restaurants and shopping outlets.

Tours starting from
₹5,275

4.6 /5

1 km from city center

Bridge

Noted as the longest steel cantilever bridge in Australia, the Story Bridge runs across the Brisbane river connecting motorized traffic between the southern and the northern suburbs of Brisbane. It was established in 1940 and has been heritage-listed. The skyline from the bridge extends to Kangaroo point, the city, and the far-away mountain ranges. The adventure climb of the Story Bridge is one of (Read More) the only three bridge climbs in the world.

Tours starting from
₹2,611

4.7 /5

1 km from city center

Garden & Park

4.4 /5

7 km from city center

Garden & Park

Officially opened in 1976, the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mount Coot-tha holds a noteworthy position for Brisbane City Council Mt Coot-tha precinct. Visitors can explore the various gardens and also attend events, workshops, displays, and special exhibitions. Facilities and services include picnic areas, Queensland Herbarium, Mt Coot-tha Library, Planetarium, and the Botanic Gardens Cafe. In additio (Read More)n, a volunteer can tag along for a guided tour of the features of this botanical garden.

Tours starting from
₹8,259

4.6 /5

7 km from city center

Viewpoint

Demonstrating the evolution of Queensland and its history, the Mount Coot-tha Lookout & Kiosk, an estate of aesthetic significance, is enlisted on the Queensland Heritage Register. Part of the Taylor range, it forms a backdrop to the city of Brisbane. With Sir Samuel Griffith Drive to its southeast, it is mounted at the summit.

Tours starting from
₹3,464

7. City Botanic Gardens

4.7 /5

1 km from city center

Garden & Park

The City Botanic Gardens is located along the banks of the Brisbane river with a quiet and relaxing ambience around it. The Bamboo Grove, Weeping Fig Avenue, Riverstage, and the ornamental ponds are some of the attractions within the gardens. Visitors can enjoy concerts, exhibitions, shows at the Riverstage and the Main Rotunda, and fitness activities that are hosted within the gardens. In additio (Read More)n, visitors can enjoy free guided walks in and out of the park.

Tours starting from
₹2,611

4.6 /5

1 km from city center

Art Gallery

The Gallery of Modern Art is located within the Queensland Cultural Center on the South bank, 150 meters from the main building of the Queensland Art Gallery. It was founded in 2006 and was awarded the 2007 RAIA National Award for Public Architecture. In addition, it hosts the Asia-Pacific Triennial of contemporary art jointly with the main art gallery.

Tours starting from
₹3,464

4.1 /5

0 km from city center

Casinos & Gambling

Queen's Wharf is Brisbane's newest riverside precinct, a $3.6 billion development that opened in stages from August 2024 on the site of the old Treasury Casino. The free Sky Deck, 100 metres up and open 24/7, gives 360-degree views over the city and river, and the site connects to South Bank via the Neville Bonner Bridge.

4.4 /5

1 km from city center

Amusement & Theme Park

Peaking at a height of 60 meters above ground, the Channel Seven Wheel offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Brisbane. The air-conditioned gondola shelters a seating capacity of 8 people and is harnessed with safe equipment used in the making. This 10 to 15-minute ride includes four revolutions with a stoppage at the top and an audio tour of the popular Brisbane landmarks that make your visit to t (Read More)his iconic vantage worth a while.

4.6 /5

1 km from city center

Museum

Nesting the natural history and cultural heritage of Brisbane is the state museum of Queensland Museum. Housing the rocks, fossils, science, people, and achievements, the museum is also a bystander to exhibitions, innovative public programs, and child activities to unearth a powerhouse of in-depth education learning through practical implementation and knowledge. The Discovery Centre team looks in (Read More)to the “ask an expert” service for the visitors.

Tours starting from
₹4,742

4.6 /5

4 km from city center

Street Food & Drinks

Housed on an abandoned dockyard at Northshore Hamilton Brisbane, Eat Street Northshore is a street food hotspot for entertainment and grub lovers. Enjoy an oyster gourmet plate from Shuck All Oysters, or grab sweet potato fries from the Salty Sailor fish shop. The main deck features touring bands, the OpenSky theatre fills an edge to entertainment, and the LaneWay Cabaret breezes in jazz to add to (Read More) the vibrance of Eat Street.

Tours starting from
₹1,812

13. Museum of Brisbane

4.4 /5

2 km from city center

Museum

The Museum of Brisbane, a social history museum and an art gallery, reflects the stories and the people of Brisbane through exhibitions, events, workshops, and tours. It shelves the City of Brisbane collection and the Easton Pearson Archive. In-housed in the Brisbane City Hall, it centres itself around conversations of the evolving life and histories of contemporary cultures.

4.6 /5

1 km from city center

Art Gallery

Queensland Art Gallery (QAG), founded in 1895, is Queensland's oldest public art collection and focuses on historical and Australian art, from colonial-era paintings through to the mid-20th century. Its sister gallery GOMA, a short walk away, is where the collection's contemporary and Asia-Pacific work is shown instead.

Tours starting from
₹3,464

4.8 /5

2 km from city center

Walking Tour

The 5.3 km stretch of the New Farm RiverWalk follows the out-and-back route type. It takes a couple of hours for walkers to cross this well-maintained park. Cyclists and joggers can enjoy the view of a new-found perspective of the city line situated near Kangaroo Point. The route along this walk has access to the Felons, Eagle Street Pier, and the Botanical Gardens. Road biking and skateboarding a (Read More)re also some of the common activities along this walking trail.

Tours starting from
₹2,611

3.8 /5

1 km from city center

Landmark

Queensland Cultural Centre is the South Bank precinct that ties together the Queensland Art Gallery, GOMA, the Queensland Museum and the State Library under one riverside campus. If you only have time for one or two of these, the shaded plazas and river walkways connecting them make it easy to combine a gallery visit with a walk along the water.

Tours starting from
₹2,611

4.2 /5

1 km from city center

Adventure & Gaming Zone

This place is situated on the banks of the Brisbane river in the heritage listed Naval Stores. It offers a wide range of unique experiences including day and night guided kayaking and stand up paddleboarding tours along the Brisbane River.

Tours starting from
₹5,275

4.3 /5

0 km from city center

Nature

Located south of Brisbane, Gold Coast for long served as a vacation spot for people looking to get out of the big city. It is 70 kilometres of coastline with some of the most famous surf breaks in Australia and the world, including South Stradbroke Island, The Spit, Main Beach, Surfers Paradise etc. Home to some of the country's best beaches, surfing and water sports are highly popular here, with (Read More)several themed parks also adding to the fun for adrenaline enthusiasts. For those who shy away from adventure sports, the shopping centres, fine dining restaurants, and art galleries are some of the best experiences in the city.

Tours starting from
₹3,045

4.5 /5

Things To Do

Short for catamarans, the CityCats in Brisbane are passenger speedboats that are a quick way to explore the city through its waterways. A fleet of 23 CityCats connects a network of 23 ferry terminals stretching from the University of Queensland (UQ) St Lucia to Northshore Hamilton. These ferry services render connectivity to 140 stops each week.

4.4 /5

Boating & Cruises

The Brisbane City Council of Australia offers the Cross River free ferry service connecting Holman Street at Kangaroo Point, Riverside, Howard Smith Wharves, and Bulimba to Teneriffe. The route is serviced by 5 KittyCats and CityHoppers every 30 minutes, providing access to major destinations in the inner city. It crosses seven stops between North Quay and Sydney Street, New Farm.

4.3 /5

River

With a length of around 344 m, the Brisbane river is the longest river flowing into the city of Brisbane in Queensland. It empties into Moreton Bay on the coral sea. The Wivenhoe Dam on the river forms Lake Wivenhoe, the sole water supply of Brisbane. Ferry services along the river started in 1843, with steamer services beginning in 1846. The first-ever bridge across was completed in 1865.

Tours starting from
₹2,611

4.5 /5

2 km from city center

Sporting Events & Stadiums

With over 52,000-plus seating capacity, the Suncorp stadium hosts a range of games and league championship matches in Australia. The most popular events are the home games of the Brisbane Broncos home games in the National Rugby League. While here to witness their favourite match, the visitors can hover around 25 food and beverage outlets, 34 bar outlets, and four members’ bars. Ticketek Australia (Read More) is the only online ticketing service available for the stadium.6

4.4 /5

2 km from city center

Shopping Mall

The Queen Street Mall is an open-air fleet of stores with world-class shopping centres and heritage-listed arcades. It is a rendezvous point for friends and family and a hotspot for fashionable shoppers. The Regent theatre building houses the Brisbane Visitor Information and Booking Center for inquiry by visitors. Queens Plaza, the Myer Centre, Coles supermarket, and the MacArthur Centre are some (Read More)stores tucked inside the Queen Street Mall.

Tours starting from
₹1,812

4.5 /5

22 km from city center

Historical Site

As the first historical national park of Queensland, St Helena island is host to the ruins of a colonial prison once known as the hell hole of the South Pacific. An unforgettable experience close to Brisbane, tourists are given the opportunity to get up close and personal with the country's dark, colonial past and see the buildings where many men across more than half a century spent the end of th (Read More)eir lives.

Tours starting from
₹6,874

4.6 /5

0 km from city center

Art Gallery

Shelving a State War Memorial, the Anzac Square & Memorial Gallery is held in trust by the Brisbane City Council. It is dedicated to the people who served their country after the 1899 Boer War. Located at the heart of Brisbane, this preeminent memorial features the Eternal Flame and the Shrine of Remembrance. In addition, three memorial galleries showcasing stories of Queensland and the part playe (Read More)d by it are stationed beneath the parklands.

Tours starting from
₹4,742

4.7 /5

1 km from city center

Landmark

The State Library of Queensland was founded in 1896 with the aim to offer collections of documents and research papers for the use of visitors and public libraries across the State. It sources its material from the cultural and documentary history of Queensland preserved in an attempt to provide state-wide library services to the indigenous knowledge centers of the city. Through the documentation, (Read More) one can explore the family history, art, design, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People, and preserved collections.

Tours starting from
₹4,742

4.8 /5

4 km from city center

Museum

The museum hosts an extensive collection of opal stones, artwork, and souvenirs. It is located in Windsor. Lightning Ridge, an opal mining town, is a 9-hour drive from this city. The museum also hosts the legacies and folklore of the determined and brave miners. An in-house tour will showcase a theatre, a lapidary room, a library, and a 250 square meters display of opal specimens.

4.5 /5

5 km from city center

Planetarium

The Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium, located in the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha, hosts shows on the Cosmic Skydome, a 12.5-meter projection dome. It also hosts tours of the Brisbane night sky and the Display Zone. An observatory, Galaxy Gift Shop, Sundial Courtyard, and Mini Theatre stand can also be found within the premises of the planetarium. Popular shows include ‘Edge of Darkness, ‘W (Read More)orlds Beyond Earth’, ‘Cosmic Collisions’, etc.

4.6 /5

3 km from city center

Landmark

Used as a power station in the 1920s, the Brisbane powerhouse now stands as an art and cultural hub. It is one of the busiest and the liveliest venues in the city, with events all year round in performing arts, dance, film, visual arts, and music. In addition, it features two on-site bars and restaurants and weekly farmer's markets on the Plaza.

4.7 /5

1 km from city center

Museum

Located on the southern bank of the Brisbane river, the Queensland Maritime Museum was founded in 1971. Water vessels include sailing, merchant, cargo, and modern ships, along with cruise liners that mark the evolution of the maritime revolution. Stock documents, pictures, and other artefacts are also included in the museum collection as a bystander to the historic feat of the cruising vessels. Do (Read More)cumentations regarding shipwrecks along the Great Barrier Reef are also provided as information to the visitors.

Tours starting from
₹4,742

4.5 /5

2 km from city center

Shopping Market

West End is a southern suburb of the city of Brisbane, Queensland. The area's main attractions are the Greek and Vietnamese cafes and the restaurants serving the weekend brunch, a culture prevalent in the city. Shopping centres are mainly centred along Boundary Street. The Green Flea Markets of Greater Brisbane is the largest farmer's market hosted every Saturday on the river side of Davies Park. (Read More)The West End State school is a government primary co-ed school for the city's residents. Buses and ferries are used as the modes of transport within the city's premises. Brewpubs and live music keep the city lively after dark.

4.6 /5

0 km from city center

Museum

General Douglas MacArthur commanded the war in the SWPA from July 1942 to November 1944 from his office on the 8th floor. The office has been transformed into the MacArthur Museum to look behind the frontlines of the Second World War. This museum hosts a collection of documents and exhibits elaborating on the role of Brisbane in World War II. It also focuses on the ties between Australia and The U (Read More)nited States that were brought about by the cooperation of the armed forces during the war.

4.4 /5

10 km from city center

Shopping Mall

Operated by the Scentre Group, the Westfield Chermside is a regional shopping hub with the second largest number of stores in the northern suburb of Chermside. A bus station and tramlines were incorporated into the centre since its inauguration for the ease of visitors. The annual footfall of 15 million customers makes it the second busiest commercial centre in Australia. 'Myer', 'David Jones', 'K (Read More)mart', 'Target', and 'Coles' stand as some of the major retailers of this shopping centre along with mini-majors like Apple, Rebel Sport, JB HiFi, etc.

4.5 /5

Adventure Zone

SparkLab science centre is ideal for kids aged 6-12 years who have a keen interest in science, technology, engineering, and math. It facilitates practical learning and inventions with 40 exhibits across three zones. Visitors get to make their own fridge, work on numerical theories, feel electricity when they touch the plasma ball and watch the demonstration of a maker space to work on creations so (Read More)lving a problem in question.

4.4 /5

4 km from city center

Historical Site

Newstead House operates today as a house museum open to the public, with the grounds also hosting community events and an annual Battle of the Coral Sea commemoration each May.

Tours starting from
₹4,742

4.3 /5

17 km from city center

Beach

Located in northeast Brisbane is a quiet coastal walk, and Shorncliffe Beach is scattered with broken shells. Known for its stunning scenery, it hosts fewer visitors and is therefore clean and fresh. While at it, relish some of Brisbane's freshest, sweetest, and best-value prawns. Seek chills and thrills by trying windsurfing, kitesurfing, or paddling.

Tours starting from
₹6,874

4.6 /5

1 km from city center

Church & Cathedral

Dedicated to St. John the Evangelist, this cathedral propagates Anglican values and traditions to enlighten and resolve the issues of today. It is dedicated to the Anglican Diocese of Brisbane. It occupies the centre stage in organizing ordinations of priests and deacons that are well-received by large congregations. Brisbane tuff and sandstone have been utilized in the making of this Gothic Reviv (Read More)al architecture.

4.7 /5

0 km from city center

Church & Cathedral

Old St Stephen's Catholic Church in Brisbane stands adorned with Gothic-style architecture reflecting the construction methods used in the city of Brisbane in the 1840s. It holds a vantage in being one of the oldest surviving church buildings. This church remains deep-rooted as a symbol of esteem by the Catholic community and the general public.

Tours starting from
₹1,524

4.4 /5

2 km from city center

Sporting Events & Stadiums

Gabba Brisbane Cricket Ground is located in Woolloongabba, from which it derives the name Gabba. It is an important sports ground in Brisbane and is known for hosting concerts and sports such as baseball, rugby league, cricket, cycling, Association football, athletics, and greyhound racing to name a few. The stadium is owned and operated by Stadium Queensland. It has a 40,000+ seating capacity and (Read More) corporate, media, and player facilities. It also features concession stands with food, beverage, merchandising, and bar outlets. It is likely to host the 2032 Summer Olympics. Gabba venue tours are arranged on request and token fee.

Temporarily Closed 4.4 /5

3 km from city center

Historical Site

Boggo Road Gaol was Queensland's main prison from the 1880s until 1989, and its surviving cell block is heritage-listed. Tours and ghost nights have been paused since 2022 while Cross River Rail and a new shopping precinct are built around the site, with no reopening date confirmed yet. Worth checking current status before planning a visit.

4.3 /5

42 km from city center

Dam

The Wivenhoe Dam surrounds Lake Wivenhoe. It was sought after the floods that created havoc in Brisbane in 1974. Portable water to the regions of Brisbane and Ipswich is provided for by this dam. Flood mitigation control and hydroelectricity are the primary purposes of this dam. Visitors can access the area near the dam as a camping and recreational site.

4.3 /5

14 km from city center

City

With a population of a little over 260, this suburban beach city is approximately 20 km away from the central business district of Brisbane. The area can be traversed by a bike track that encircles the beach and runs to the Toombul shopping centre. Visitors can indulge in board walking, canoeing, fishing, or birdwatching as pastime pleasures.

Tours starting from
₹6,874

4.6 /5

1 km from city center

Shows & Theatres

With a capacity of around 10,000, the Riverstage is an entertainment arena that hosts many local, national, and international concerts and events each year. In addition to large-scale music concerts, Riverstage also hosts family and community events. Officially opened in 1989, it is presently under the Brisbane City Council.

3.7 /5

0 km from city center

Sightseeing

Located in the Fortitude Valley, Brisbane Chinatown attracts crowds of locals and visitors to its aromatic eateries, beautiful clothes, and artefacts. The Mall runs parallel to Brunswick Street Mall, connects Wickham Street and Ann Street, and has a car parking facility available. This town leaves no stone unturned to cater to the senses of awakening through its shopping and entertainment ventures (Read More). The entrance is weighed on by 320 kgs stone guard lions reflecting the Orient traditionality and culture.

4.6 /5

14 km from city center

National Park

Located in Lytton on the southern bank of the Brisbane river, the Fort Lytton National Park built around 1881 was used as a defense fortress by Brisbane in the Second World War. It stands as a pentagonal palace hidden behind the grassy embankments. Its main attraction is Fort Lytton Historic Military Precinct, providing guided tours of historic Fort Lytton, a museum and re-enactments.

Tours starting from
₹2,611

4.7 /5

10 km from city center

Garden & Park

Located in the southwest of Brisbane at Seventeen Mile Rocks, the Rocks Riverside Park is a City Council district park. Rocks Riverside Park has three major zones: the river flat - formerly a rich riverside environment, market garden, and industrial site, the bushland ridge - forming a backdrop to the flat river area and covered with dry eucalypt forest and the major green link from the park to th (Read More)e suburbs in the south.

Tours starting from
₹2,611

4.7 /5

51 km from city center

National Park

Protecting the bushlands and the thick-lush of forests in the northwest of Brisbane is the D’Aguilar National Park, famous for its adventurous camping trek and scenic barbeque spots catering to visitors. It features horse riding, lookout, trail bike riding, and cycling as the to-do sports for park-goers. The National Park is traversed by the Mount Nebo and the Mount Glorious route. Visitors also c (Read More)an enjoy short, medium and long-length hikes and treks through the circuits, loops, and track.

Tours starting from
₹2,611

4.3 /5

29 km from city center

Hills & Valleys

With a population density in the 500s, Mt.Glorious is a rural province in the Moreton Bay Region of Queensland. It is part of the D’Aguilar Range and is an hour-long drive down a winding route from Brisbane. The mountain range is surrounded by a National park and thick, lush forests. It is aptly comfortable for weekend retreats in the summer as it provides an escape to the rejuvenating cool freshn (Read More)ess of the hills. The area also offers picturesque trek expeditions and the luxury of cafes and restaurants for visitors to settle in.

Tours starting from
₹8,259

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FAQs on Brisbane

What are the top hotels in Brisbane?

There are 789 Hotels in Brisbane which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Brisbane are Paperbark Bed & Breakfast, Brookfield Retreat - Large Holiday Home / Group Accommodation, Sustainable B&B by the Bay, Wynnum By the Bay, Skytower, 2-4 Edmondstone Street. You can see all the hotels in Brisbane here

What are the top activities in Brisbane?

The top activities in Brisbane are Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Entry Ticket, Shared Brisbane Airport Transfers (BNE) for Brisbane , Four X Beer Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting, Story Bridge Adventure Climb, Brisbane Tandem Skydive SUMMER19/20, Moreton Island Day Tour from Brisbane or Gold Coast.

What are the top sightseeing places in Brisbane?

The top sightseeing places in Brisbane are Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, Roma Street Parklands, South Bank Parklands, Gold Coast, Queensland Cultural Centre, St. Helena Island.

How can I commute within Brisbane?

There are taxis, trains, buses available for your convenience. Ferries can also be kept as an option for travelling across the river. A Go Card is extremely useful if you plan to travel around Brisbane a lot.
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Things To Do In Brisbane

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48 Things To Do In Brisbane

1. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

2. South Bank Parklands

3. Story Bridge

4. Roma Street Parklands

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5. Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha

6. Mount Coot - Tha Summit Lookout

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7. City Botanic Gardens

8. Gallery of Modern Art

9. Queen's Wharf Brisbane

10. Channel Seven Wheel of Brisbane

11. Queensland Museum

12. Eat Street Northshore

Discover More About Sightseeing & Tourist Attractions in Brisbane

13. Museum of Brisbane

14. Queensland Art Gallery

15. New Farm River Walk

16. Queensland Cultural Centre

17. Riverlife Adventure Centre

18. Gold Coast

19. CityCat

20. CityHopper

21. The Brisbane River

22. Suncorp Stadium

23. Queen Street Mall

24. St. Helena Island

25. Anzac Square & Memorial Galleries

26. State Library Of Queensland

27. Opal Museum

28. Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium

29. Brisbane Powerhouse

30. Queensland Maritime Museum

31. West End

32. MacArthur Museum Brisbane

33. Westfield Chermside

34. SparkLab, ScienCentre

35. Newstead House

36. Shorncliffe Beach

37. St. John's Anglican Cathedral

38. Old St Stephen's Catholic Church

39. Gabba Brisbane Cricket Ground

40. Boggo Road Gaol

41. Wivenhoe Dam

42. Nudgee Beach

43. Riverstage

44. Chinatown, Brisbane

45. Fort Lytton National Park

46. Rocks Riverside Park

47. D’Aguilar National Park

48. Mt. Glorious

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