Brisbane, fondly called Brisvegas and Brisneyland by locals, is the capital of the state of Queensland. Its subtropical climate attracts people with a love of the outdoors and as such consists of a young, active and multi-cultural population.
Take in the city views from Mount Cootha lookout after a day of walking the many tracks in the state forest or marvelling at the glory of the botanical gardens. Cootha offers something for every-one!
Streets Beach is located in the heart of Brisbane's popular South Bank precinct - just across the river from the CBD. The beach is a perfect place to spend a hot summer's day swimming and relaxing on the sand or grass. There are plenty of free gas BBQs or head to one of the many restaurants in the area in between swims.
Set on the idyllic Brisbane river, the West End markets offer a variety of fresh produce and local artisan products. Spend your Saturday morning wandering the stalls before grabbing some food and coffee and listening to a local band on the bank of the river.
Take a ferry to New Farm park and spend the day walking the gardens, having a picnic, and exploring the Powerhouse which offers riverside dining and art and theatre. There are free BBQs and epic playgrounds for those wanting to spend a day relaxing with family and friends in the sunshine.
Brisbane is a multicultural city and offers a variety of international cuisines. China Town, set in the heart of Fortitude Valley - a vibrant inner city suburb and popular nightlife precinct - offers a range of options from the East to suit all tastes.
Stradbroke Island sits off the coast of Brisbane and can be reached by ferry in under an hour. The Island has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world for surfing, swimming and even whale watching! Stay a day or more and experience local cuisine, beach driving, and swimming in freshwater lakes, and more!
Brisbane is a very family friendly city that invests in creating fun and interactive experiences for everyone.
Spend a day at the Koala Sanctury in Fig Tree Pocket or head over to Enoggera Reservoir for a swim and to explore the Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre where you'll find a range of furry and slippery friends from wombats to platypus!
Riverlife can be found at the bottom of the Kangaroo Point cliffs and offers a range of water activities including day and night paddling. Watch the sunset as you cruise down the river followed by dinner on one of their famous "Prawn and Paddle" tours!
Brisbane has world-class parks and playgrounds in and around the city. Each has been designed carefully to include everything a family needs for a day out from BBQs, to water fountains, and of course fun and stimulating playgrounds that will both challenge and delight the kids!
