Top Four Things to Do in Brisbane, Queensland

Brisbane is one of the most visited destinations in Australia and the most populous city in Queensland. It’s sun-soaked setting, interlaced by waterways and proximity to some of Australia's greatest wonders, the Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Forest and famous theme parks of Queensland makes it one of the sought-after destinations on the planet. The cultural and social diversity of the city is reflected on its extensive calendar of events and tourist attractions including Australia’s largest Oktoberfest and BrisAsia festival. Here are suggestions of some places you can visit to have a good time.

Brisbane River Cruises

One of the favourite leisure activities of Australians is cruising and the location of the city on the waterfront has made it viable for such activities to thrive. The Brisbane River flows through the heart of the capital and the best way to witness the amazing attractions of the land is to board one of the river cruises. There are numerous cruise operators offering different experiences including the famous Mirimar Cruises which offers a unique five hour cruise that comes with an entry ticket to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Get enlightened with the captain’s local knowledge about the land and the sights en route and finally get ready to cuddle a Koala at the sanctuary. You can also refresh yourself with lunch and other eatables available for purchase on board. If you're looking for a more minimalistic sightseeing experience on the waters go for the River City Cruises, who are prime in offering you the best views of the city skyline. So don't miss out on an opportunity to get the most out of the city’s waterfront location and board any of the river cruises for a memorable experience.

Roma Street Parkland

Sprawling over 11 hectares of land in the centre of Brisbane and dotted with luxuriant tea and coffee plantations, the Roma Street Parkland features one of Brisbane’s finest gardens. This enchanted place sits just a 10-minute walk away from Brisbane's CBD (Central Business District), lying adjacent to Brisbane Transit Centre and the Roma Street Railway Station. Well known by garden lovers and plantsmans for its remarkable horticultural standards, the place is also a popular visiting destination, offering playgrounds and venues for a variety of events. A true paradise for nature lovers, the place also offers many shaded spots throughout the garden where you can just sit down and relax with the aesthetic views and sounds of nature as your companion. Come here if you're looking to disconnect from the rumbles of the city and have an introspective session with you and your thoughts.

Museum of Brisbane

Located on the third floor of the premier building of Brisbane City Hall in the Central Business District, the Museum of Brisbane represents modern and historic Brisbane and its people through art, exhibitions, workshops, tours, talks and children’s activities. This is surely the best place to visit for history and art lovers as it holds a number of live exhibitions and other installations that will keep you intrigued. Have a deep look into the vibrant culture and ancient history of Brisbane and later, spend some time at the clock tower right in front of the museum from where you can enjoy some of the best views of the city.

Queen Street Mall

No trip is complete without shopping, especially if you're visiting a diverse and vibrant city like Brisbane. Your craving for shopping can be satisfied at the Queen Street Mall, one of the prominent tourist destinations, also located in the Brisbane CBD. The place receives its fair share of visitors that includes both tourists and locals on a daily basis so it is important to time your visit. The mall has over 700 retail stores that are a combination of local, national and international brands, so you are unlikely to go back home disappointed. Apart from shopping you can catch a movie, watch an entertainment show at the event centre or eat a sumptuous meal from some of the best known food chains. Come here to know the city’s newest trends and shop from a vast array of well-known brands.