Things to Do in Brisbane, Australia
Brisbane boasts an inner-city beach, man-made river, fun bars and restaurants and is constantly improving with new restaurant precincts, parks and even a green transport hub being constructed throughout town.
As the city begins to revive from a long hibernation period, apartment living becomes more appealing while sprawling suburbs provide detached houses.
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Kangaroo Point
Kangaroo Point, directly across the Brisbane River from Brisbane’s central business district, is an enjoyable recreation spot. Home to both the Maritime Museum and National Aboriginal Centre for Performing Arts, and offering breathtaking views of both river and skyline from Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Kangaroo Point is served by both Shafstons Avenue and Main Street busway transit lines, while Story Bridge and Captain Cook Bridge connect it with South Bank Parklands as well as Queensland University of Technology at Garden Point.
Kangaroo Point’s hard rhyolite rock cliffs provide ideal picnicking, rock climbing and abseiling sites, as well as stunning sunset views along Wharf Street. Relax for lunch at Medley on the water on Wharf Street where dishes from all four corners of the globe are prepared using fresh Queensland produce; plus on Friday and Saturday nights this restaurant turns into a karaoke bar!
South Bank
South Bank Park’s 17.5-hectare riverside oasis is an abundance of experiences. Take the opportunity to soak up some sun on Streets Beach – Australia’s first manmade inner-city beach; meander through its rainforest walk; or gaze upon its Nepalese peace pagoda.
The South Bank Arts Precinct features galleries including Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art that house an impressive collection of Australian and Asian contemporary art, as well as hosting the highly ambitious Asia Pacific Triennial visual feast.
South Bank offers an enticing dining scene, featuring outdoor parkland food courts and sophisticated eateries such as Otto Ristorante and Aquitaine. If you’re seeking luxurious stays, book Emporium Hotel South Bank on Grey Street – it is not affiliated with a major chain but still features rooftop infinity pool and sky-high dining, close proximity to QPAC/QAGOMA as well as busway/railway stations making your journey simple!
Howard Smith Wharves
Howard Smith Wharves precinct is an unparalleled tourism, recreation and dining destination inspired by Brisbane’s riverfront history and culture. Offering something for all types of tastes – pasta from Ciao Papi; cocktails by Mr Percival’s; or cold beers and burgers from Felons Brewing Co – there’s something here for all to enjoy!
Mews offers an enjoyable culinary experience reminiscent of laneway-style cooking and hyper local sustainable produce, featuring Shake Shack-style burgers and fries as well as homemade hotcakes with kaffir lime zest and burnt Italian meringue – not forgetting their signature range of Shake Shack style burgers and fries and homemade hotcakes with added touches such as kaffir lime zest or burnt Italian meringue!
Wharves feature new restaurants and bars such as Yoko, Stanley, Greca and Felons Barrel Hall; outdoor spaces on these cliffsides provide perfect spots for festival and event activation.
Australia Zoo
Australia Zoo, situated north of Brisbane near Beerwah and Glass House Mountains on the Sunshine Coast is home to over 1000 animals in seven themed areas showcasing exotic birds, reptiles and more. Additionally, an animal hospital and walk-through aviary offer additional attractions; you can even watch an educational show featuring Bindi Irwin, daughter of The Crocodile Hunter himself!
This zoo is known for its animal shows and conservation efforts, and houses four Sumatran elephants in its 12-acre Elephantasia exhibit. Additionally, this park belongs to the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums; additionally it was recognized as a major tourist attraction in Queensland in 2004.
Visit the zoo and make the most of your entry ticket by taking part in exciting activities throughout your visit, like seeing the Wildlife Warriors Show, feeding kangaroos and watching crocodile feedings! Plus you can purchase professional photos of yourself or your kids petting cuddly koalas or snakes at their photography studio onsite!
