Brisbane City Guide

A complete accommodation and tour guide in Brisbane

Brisbane City

Brisbane, situated in the southeast corner of the state is the capital city of Queensland. Brisbane CDB is situated in a curve of the Brisbane River. The eastern suburbs are along the shores of Moreton Bay, to the north is the Sunshine Coast and to the south is the Gold Coast.

Discover Australia’s own Alcatraz - the historic St Helena Island in Moreton Bay, which functioned as a high security prison for 65 years, from 1867.

Many historic buildings have been preserved, but the majority of the CBD now are high rise buildings. Brisbane is very pedestrian & bike friendly. Transports are available on the river via fast Catamarans and on land via network of buses and trains.

Brisbane is a diverse place with much to do and see. You could join a tour and explore the World Heritage Rainforest of Springbrook National Park, featuring many waterfalls, rainforest walking (approx. 4.5km), great look outs and fascinating Glow Worms.

Take a drive through the surrounding regions, enjoy a festival or event. Visit the many markets in Brisbane, it doesn’t matter whether you want an inner-city cosmopolitan market or feel like the country hospitality of a nearby village market, you are guarantee to have a good time in Brisbane.

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Brisbane Holiday Ideas

Wining And Dining In Brisbane

If it is a great light meal you're after, head to Bravo Wine and Bistro, Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley, where you can choose from a variety of fine Australian wines and nibble on a variety of delicious tapas.

If you fancy some oriental glamour and sophistication, head for Jade Buddha. Jade Buddha is set to become Brisbane's favourite meeting place, it added a new dimension to the bar, restaurant and music scene.
Where: 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane QLD 4001
When: Opening Hours

Mon - Thu: 11:30am - Late
Fri - Sat: 11:30am - Late
Sun: 11:30am - Late.

Enjoy a night out on a Brisbane River dinner cruise. Indulge your taste buds with a 3 course seafood buffet dinner. Sit back relax and take in the amazing city lights as you pass by.

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Things To Do In Brisbane At No Cost

The Museum of Brisbane - Open daily from 10am to 5pm, FREE Entry
Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha – Open daily from 8am to 5pm, FREE Entry
South Bank precinct is among Brisbane’s liveliest areas – Open seven days a week, FREE Entry
Brisbane City Hall – The ideal tourist attraction for visitors taking leisurely walk through its corridors and the Clock Tower.

South Bank

Roma St Parklands is home to more than 100,000 shrubs, 1,200 mature treea and 350 palm spread accross 16ha of land in the heart of the city.

Join one of the free guided tours on offer Thur-Sun at 10am and 2pm.

Chinatown LIVE Enjoy a two hour feast of colours, sounds and physical daring as Brisbane's Chinatown breathes cultural fire into the city’s weekend. See powerful lion dancing, exquisite ancient musical traditions and the high-octane fury of martial arts.
Where: Chinatown Mall, Fortitude Valley
When: 12 March – 24 September.

Queensland Museum Banish thoughts of dusty displays, the Queensland Museum is an interactive, dynamic place with something to amuse everyone. Touch, push, feel and listen to learn more about our world. Where: South Bank When: Open 9.30am – 5.00 pm. Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day and until 1.00pm Anzac Day.

Shopping

Head to Queen Street Mall if you are looking for local designers and trendy labels in the CBD. Brisbane’s Queen Street Mall has long been considered the centre of fashion and retail in Queensland. The Mall also offers numerous dining options to suit all tastes, entertainment, displays and musics.