From world-class galleries to rooftop bars and high-end cafés offering award-winning food and wine, Brisbane has an energizing social scene. Get adventurous right in the city by kayaking along the stream and climbing the Story Bridge, or moderate your pulse with a visit to Lone Pine Sanctuary where you can pat or snuggle neighbourly kangaroos and delightful koalas. Before you head into the city, discover all the must-see things to do in Brisbane and make the most of your Queensland trip.     

Queen Street Mall 

The Queen Street Mall in the heart of Brisbane’s shopping. There are over 700 stores throughout the mall—perfect for visitors to Brisbane that enjoy some retail therapy. The mall features unique sections like QueensPlaza, the Myer Centre, the MacArthur Centre, the Brisbane Arcade, and Tattersall’s Arcade. If you’re lucky, you might even find yourself at the mall during one of the mall’s many events. Throughout the year, the mall is host to over 1000 events for even more fun things to do in Brisbane.

City Cat Ride 

For just a couple of dollars, take a joyride along the Brisbane River to observe the sum of Brisbane. From Ferris wheels, high rise structures, perfectly compositionally planned extensions and tasty parks, the City Cat is the most ideal approach to see Brisbane.

Mount Coot-Tha 

Mount Coot-Tha stands proud just out of Brisbane, visible from the city, just on the horizon. From the top of the mountain, you can experience extraordinary views of the city as the closest elevation point to the CBD. While on the mountain you can also enjoy one of the many walking trails, mountain biking trails, and horse trails. 

Mount Coot-Tha is also home to the Brisbane Botanical Gardens which is one of the more relaxed things to do in Brisbane if you like to wander around and reconnect with nature. The gardens have several environments within, including the stunning glass dome that encases the inviting Tropical Dome garden.

City Botanic Gardens 

Brisbane’s Botanic Gardens are rich and tropical, on account of the city’s warm atmosphere. Situated on the edge of the Brisbane River, the City Botanic Gardens give quietness close to Brisbane’s clamouring CBD.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Many animals need safe homes, which is just what the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary provides. The sanctuary opened in 1927 to provide refuge for sick, injured, and orphaned koalas. Now the sanctuary is open to guests so visitors from all over (both Australian and International) get to see, connect with, and learn about Koalas. To learn more, join one of the daily shows and activities for more interactive fun and learning. The Sanctuary is a great Brisbane activity for both kids and adults, whoever wants to spend some time learning about koalas.

Gallery Of Modern Art (GOMA) 

Thought about one of Australia’s best art exhibitions, GOMA permits you to get inventive, intelligent and associated with nearby and universal craftsmen’s displayed works. Plan for a day of being in wonder of motivating, entrancing and virtuoso craftsmanship.

Wheel of Brisbane

Right on the south bank of the Brisbane River is the large Ferris wheel that is the Wheel of Brisbane. The 60m-tall wheel gives you views of the city of Brisbane from the centre of it all. Jump into one of the gondolas alone, with friends or family, or with a romantic partner. The wheel even offers a picnic package for you to enjoy on your trip around. Each gondola can fit up to six adults and two children—perfect for larger groups. Hop in during the day to enjoy views of the city in the daylight or at night and take in the city all lit up.

Instructions to arrive 

Flights show up at Brisbane Airport from numerous worldwide centres. From the air terminal, it’s a simple 20-minute taxi or train ride to the downtown area. The downtown has a free transport administration that circles the city like clockwork, and a free CityHopper ship administration that movements along the stream from North Quay to New Farm.

When to visit 

Queensland’s capital city is honoured with all year subtropical climate, making Brisbane an incredible goal whenever of year. In summer, get away from the warmth on one of the peaceful islands withdraws, for example, Moreton Island or North Stradbroke Island, each only a short ship ride from the city, or head into the hinterland to search out cascades and swimming gaps. Winter is an extraordinary time for whale watching, foodie celebrations and looking at the city’s flourishing unrecorded music scene.

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