5 Cool Places to Unwind in Brisbane
No matter the activity – putt-putt, golf club swinging or beach strolling – there’s something fun and relaxing for everyone at this popular park. Plus, with direct beach access right next door it makes this an idyllic location to unwind and unwind!
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Roma Street Parkland
Roma Street Parkland is one of the world’s largest subtropical urban gardens located within city centers, boasting 16 hectares. Featuring themed gardens, playgrounds, pathways, waterways, boardwalks and public art pieces. Visitors can stroll along pathways in lush fern gardens or enjoy the shaded rainforest section for breathtaking views. Furthermore, Roma Street Parklands hosts various events throughout the year and makes for a wonderful venue for jogging or picnicking!
The Parklands is an ideal destination to bring children. Playtopia provides entertainment, education and hands-on activities specifically geared toward kids. Another highlight is the Spectacle Garden light and sound show held each night – not forgetting Strauss Beneath the Stars performances or other orchestral concerts taking place here!
San Bruno Mountain State & County Park
San Bruno Mountain runs along Brisbane‘s western edge and provides stunning hiking opportunities and breathtaking vistas. Additionally, this park contains many archaeological sites which showcase Brisbane’s rich cultural history.
Mountain landscapes began forming more than 130 million years ago during the Cretaceous Period when parts of California lay under water. A significant deposition of sediment created a layer known as graywacke composed of quartz and feldspars mixed with silt and volcanic rock fragments.
Hiking and picnicking are among the activities available at this park, with wildflower-lined trails providing stunning vistas. Furthermore, on clear days the summit provides stunning vistas over both city streets below as well as Pacific Ocean beyond.
The park can be easily accessed from downtown Brisbane, just a short drive south of San Francisco. Its main entrance can be found at 555 Guadalupe Canyon Parkway.
Community Park
Community parks provide people with an environment in which to play, connect, learn, and relax. Park facilities that are open for public recreation use such as sports fields and playgrounds may also include walking paths, waterways and natural areas as well as art installations that reflect community creativity or provide historical perspective on its development. Parks are living parts of our communities – renovation and adaptive reuse projects ensure they will continue serving residents well into the future.
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Brisbane Botanic Gardens
Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha is an ideal way to get close to nature without leaving the city limits, offering activities, educational experiences, and picture-worthy backdrops that won’t break the bank. Relaxing here can also be quite therapeutic; be sure to bring along comfortable supportive shoes along with sunscreen and hat for outdoor adventures!
The Gardens at Queensland University are among the oldest gardens in Australia and feature several historic structures such as Walter Hill drinking fountain (1867), former curator’s house and an old bear pit shelter. Here in 1864 was also where curator Walter Hill planted Australia’s first jacaranda tree – sparking its popularity throughout Queensland culture and beyond.
The Gardens also host two attractions that highlight space, astronomy and nature: Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium and Cosmic Skydome are two free admission attractions within its grounds; admission for both may require purchasing tickets for planetarium shows in advance.
