Get ready to experience your favourite Queen songs and memories live on stage, presented by the world's 1 Freddie Mercury performer. Get ready to experience your favourite Queen songs and memories live on stage. Nov Read on. Back to the 80's. A must-see free summer exhibition by one of Australia's most iconic artists. Until Jan Brickman: Wonders of the World. In Full Bloom. Regatta Hotel has been transformed into a beautiful summer garden.
World of Drones and Robotics Congress. World of Drones and Robotics Congress is coming to Brisbane. The Road to Huntsville. This 3 day family-friendly boat show celebrates everything. Emma Dean: Shape of a Girl. Wondrous, unconventional and beautifully brave, Emma Dean returns to the stage. A Very Valley Market Christmas. The Long Sunset. Ballet International Gala. Give your gifts a personal touch this Christmas with PPQ, providing a range of personalised plate options to choose from.
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While you're in the area, stop by the Brisbane Lookout Mount Coot-tha , about a four-minute drive from the gardens. Garden lovers should also save time to check out the hectare, heritage-listed City Botanic Gardens Alice Street, Brisbane. This serene oasis and prime picnic spot sits smack bang in the center of the city. Lily-topped ponds, fountains, bamboo groves, river views, and giant fig trees provide the perfect escape from the city buzz. Do you have wiggly kids in tow?
This attraction-packed, acre city park features imaginative children's playgrounds, colorful themed gardens, and a free, guided garden tours. View of Brisbane from Mount Coot-tha at sunset. Here, you can breathe in a breathtaking panorama over the entire area, with the city skyscrapers sprouting in the distance. Walking tracks weave through the national park, and a restaurant serves up delicious food with superb views.
If you're looking for things to do in Brisbane at night, many locals and tourists come here in the evening for views of the city at sunset. The lookout is only about a four-minute drive from the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mount Coot-tha, and it makes a perfect complement to a garden tour.
Together, they display more than 1, works of art from around the world, with a special focus on Australia, the Pacific, and Asia. This bold collection is sure to spark animated conversations between art lovers of all stripes. Even the Gallery of Modern Art's award-winning, glass-encased building makes a statement. Permanent exhibitions at the Queensland Art Gallery include the International and Asian Collection, with classic and contemporary works; the Indigenous Australian Collection; and the dramatic sculptures gracing the grounds.
The interior is beautiful. Water features and giant chandeliers reflect the light that floods in through floor-to-ceiling windows. At the Gallery of Modern Art , exhibits span all mediums, including sculpture, painting, video, film, and photography.
Special exhibits mean there's always something new to see here. Don't miss the fascinating contemporary art installations. Before you leave, pop into the gallery's River Lounge for beautiful city views. The original site of World Expo in , South Bank is filled with parklands, plazas, and promenades. You'll also find a diverse array of restaurants, and the precinct hosts some exciting Brisbane events and film screenings.
A swim in the human-made lagoon is a popular choice on a warm Brisbane day. Other popular things to do in South Bank include working out at the free fitness classes, visiting the Epicurious Garden, and biking or strolling along the trails.
You can also sign up for a host of free children's programs and tours. To celebrate the th anniversary of the state of Queensland, the Wheel of Brisbane opened here in The giant Ferris wheel is one of the top tourist attractions in South Bank and offers an exciting to minute ride with a bird's-eye view over the river and city during the day or night.
Craving a shopping fix? The vibrant Queen Street mall will give your wallet a workout. This popular shopping precinct Brisbane's CBD central business district is home to more than retailers showcasing local, national, and international designs and labels. You'll find everything here from Aussie favorites like R. The six-level Myer Centre department store anchors the mall.
You'll find some hidden gems down these. Most Wednesdays, the area at the bridge end of the mall transforms into the bustling Brisbane City Markets selling local produce, flowers, and artisan products. If you're on a mission to explore more of the best shopping in Brisbane, don't miss the high-end designer and home decor stores in Fortitude Valley. For vintage treasures, thrift stores, and antiques head to Paddington. It's also a popular breakfast spot. Constructed during Australia's Great Depression in the s, the attractive steel Story Bridge is a much-loved Brisbane landmark.
As one of only three bridge climbs in the world after Sydney and Auckland , this one also offers something totally unique — the choice to abseil the descent. Catering to people of all fitness levels and those 10 years of age or older, the two-hour experience takes you 80 meters above the Brisbane River for uninterrupted views of the city.
New offerings including Walk the Plank , where you can conjure your inner pirate and tiptoe out on a plank 80 meters above sea level as traffic rushes past below. Another new adventure is the Cantilever Lean Out.
If you sign up for this tour, guides hold your harness as you lean out as far as you can from the dizzying heights. The Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure Climb includes an expert guide, safety demonstration, and a complimentary group photo after your climb. Eat Street Northshore is like a party for your taste buds. You can eat around the world at this nightlife hot spot, soak up the carnival-type atmosphere, and listen to rockin' good live music at the same time.
Eat Street is a pedestrian precinct, and you can wander around here with the whole family — even your pooch. Food is a highlight. Hundreds of vendors dispense treats from around the globe, from Malaysian to Mexican cuisine, and Peruvian to paella.
It's not haute cuisine by any measure, but if you're looking for some international comfort foods — and creative versions of them — this is your place. Mac and cheese burger, anyone? Japanese pizza? Deep-fried camembert? You'll find it all here. The mind-boggling array of foods can be a little overwhelming. A great strategy is to buy some plates to share and taste a little bit of all your favorites. Kids will love the giant clouds of fairy floss cotton candy , but the parents not so much after the sugar-high kicks in.
This is not a great place to come if you're on a diet. That said, some vendors do cater to celiacs. But while you're gorging on doughnut fries, you can at least feel good knowing that Eat Street strives to be sustainable — all the vendors are in colorful shipping containers, fresh produce is grown on-site, packaging is compostable, and as much waste as possible is recycled.
Several stages host live musicians and novelty acts, so you can find a table based on your music tastes, and move around throughout the evening. We recently saw The Book of Mormon and loved it. An evening at QPAC is paired perfectly with a pre-show dinner and drinks in South Bank followed by an evening stroll along the waterfront. Find QPAC here. The main street, Boundary Street, is lined with cool boutiques, cafes, restaurants, and bars, with plenty of fantastic options to choose from!
Find West End tips here. The precinct features a curated mix of over specialty stores including design showrooms, fashion boutiques, award-winning restaurants, cafes, and art galleries. Find James Street Precinct here. This area is home to a great range of cafes and restaurants as well as the beloved New Farm Park and Brisbane Powerhouse , a cultural events hub.
Visitors can spend a lazy afternoon relaxing under the shade of trees in New Farm Park, perusing the Jan Powers Farmers Markets held Saturday from 6am to midday or catch a comedy performance or show at the Powerhouse. Find New Farm tips here. When it comes to choosing a place to stay for your visit, there are loads of fantastic hotels in Brisbane!
The hotel has recently undergone a refurbishment so the rooms are modern, elegant and offer great views of the Brisbane skyline. Read our full review of our stay here or watch the video at the top of the post to see our guided room tour. Book your stay at Rydges South Bank here. Below are a few more options worth looking into:. Find Surfshark here. Rest assured, these are the products and services we love and use ourselves. Thanks for your support!
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