Things to Do in Brisbane, Australia - Brisbane Attractions
Things to Do in Brisbane
Popular things to do
- Day Cruises
- Nature and Wildlife
- Nature & Wildlife Areas
- Bus Tours
- Walking Tours
- Specialty Museums
- Day Trips
- 4WD Tours
- Parks
- Climbing
- City Tours
- Shopping Malls
- Wine Tastings
- Culinary & Gourmet Tour
- Flea & Street Markets
- Dining Experiences
- Historical Tours
- Historic Sites
- Sporting Events
- Airport & Hotel Transfers
- Sports Complexes
- Likely to Sell Out
- Top Picks
- Luxury & Special Occasions
- Ports of Call Tours
- Shopping Tours
- Spa Tours
- Holiday & Seasonal Tours
Book these experiences for a close-up look at Brisbane.
Top Attractions in Brisbane
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Lookouts
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Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
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Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings
Amusement & Theme Parks • Points of Interest & Landmarks
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What travelers are saying
- Uk-WickermanBolton, UK81 contributionsFun day and staff very knowledgeable so ask away anything is not a problem. Koalas well cared for so what’s not to like. Not often you can this close to the koalas so give it a go.Written April 25, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- JouniMikaelEspoo, Finland30 contributionsNice place for lazy afternoon. Everything you need is well in reach. Superb for families with small children. We rented bikes and drove next to the river.Written May 15, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Ruchi L20 contributionsIt was a wonderful experience watching the sunrise from here. It is beautiful to see the sun come up and spread light. Afterwards we had great time enjoying coffee at the cafe. It was a perfect start to a great day.Written May 12, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- CaterpieMelbourne, Australia198 contributionsBeautiful garden and excellent customer service. We spent an excellent and enjoable day wandering around this garden. There are various sections, each focussing on a specific theme, e.g. tropical, australian bush etc.
Customer service reps have been wonderful, knowledgeable and patient in explaining the various sights and what to do.
The onsite restaurant is very slow in serving on the day we visited. All in all, an enjoyable and fun outing.
Tip: Best to visit early as parking in the garden is limitedWritten May 3, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Martin WMildura, Australia561 contributionsWhy get involved on the streets when you can go by boat? Great way to see parts of Brisbane on a friendly, clean and efficient service.
Plan your route and you can hop on and off, getting to those places you want to visit.
We were here for 4 days and made the most of the serviceWritten February 14, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Montana ABrisbane, Australia8 contributionsWhat an unforgettable experience! Our tour guide Torry was super funny and entertaining. The history on beer videos played were well put together and engaging. The whole tour was amazing and the beer tasting was fun! We also got $5 gift voucher to spend on awesome XXXX merch. After the tour we had some yummy Woodfire pizza and more beer in the bar area and played pool. Such a fun Saturday afternoon spent with friends! I would highly recommend if your looking for things to do in Brissy!Written March 14, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- TommoMelbourne, Australia45,599 contributionsThis is an excellent free city ferry service.
Boats are smaller than their usual ferries.
I used the service one way to go from Riverside to Howard Smith Wharves to enjoy a few drinks at this atmospheric location full of bars and restaurants.Written February 8, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - Laura MRockhampton, Australia86 contributionsAs the title suggests, there are some beautiful water features to look at. There were plenty of amenities and shady spots to sit and relax, as well as the convenience of a short walk to Roma St train station.Written May 1, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- Christian EFort Lauderdale, FL7 contributionsFor me this was actually my favorite attraction in all of Brisbane. A huge variety of food vendors with cuisine from all over the world plus multiple stages with musical entertainment. I really enjoyed my time here.Written April 17, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- pdnCairns, Australia382 contributionsVery Well maintained gardens, several precints in the one area, bordering the Brisbane River and edge of the city. The Duck pond is quite large with plenty of turtles and Lizards roaming its edge.
Nice little markets on Sundays, inside the city gates end - perfect for a breakfast or lunch picnic date, a range of food stalls, coffee and juice tents and a Gin tasting tent to cap it off.
There is also a proud little display of 'dinner plate' size Hibiscus flower's, over near the rivers edge,towards the children's adventure playground.Written May 5, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - walt101Easter Island, Chile83 contributionsThe tour was fun. I didn't find it scary, though some of the stories were both interesting and gruesome. Our guide was good, with lots of interesting tales of life inside, escapes, executions, ghostly visits by ex-prisoners, and the appearance of a ghostly cat called Tripod (he had three legs).
I'd also recommend them for their great customer service. Having booked a few weeks in advance, one of our party (my 11-year-old niece) became a COVID close contact and had to isolate for the week, just before the tour. The organisers were so helpful in re-arranging another date.
So, excellent customer service, great tales of a darker side of Brisbane's history, and a fun way to spend an evening with friends or family.Written April 6, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. - GavinSeoul / Perth11 contributionsTHe whole river is lined with walk, cycle and scooter lanes. I hired a scooter and went for miles and miles checking out the sights. This is a great way to explore Bribsnae. The scooters can also be used in the CBD and inner city suburbs. Just drop the scooter anywhere when you are done. Easy as.Written December 4, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- 396anitahUpper Coomera, Australia96 contributionsA pivotal point to place yourself after exploring the city, or taking in a walk or run. Kangaroo Point is one of the best spots to ‘drink it all in’ and the view of Brisbane at night is quite spectacular. My daughter and I enjoy any time spent here, often after a day of adventure, travel and fun. Whether it be to dangle our legs over the wall, to share a story, or simply absorb the view, this location is great place of beauty and reflection. What you capture through the lens will be reward of another special day spent in a prominent place and with those who you love 💜 red 🌹Written September 9, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- janet f13 contributionsWonderfully curated art show with works from Philippines, Thailand, Korea . Well explained and a good lay out. Very good cafe with outside seating under a large shade tree. Free entry with vaccination proof.Written April 3, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
- MaddyRBCairns, Australia39 contributionsUnfortunately alot of levels and displays closed. Those that were open were very interesting and well presented. The animals that were taxidermy were absolutely brilliant and presented so realistic. Very clean and very welcoming staff.Written May 8, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Frequently Asked Questions about Brisbane
- The top attractions to visit in Brisbane are:
- Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
- South Bank Parklands
- Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout
- Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha
- City Cat
- The best outdoor activities in Brisbane according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- South Bank Parklands
- Roma Street Parkland
- Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha
- Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
- The Brisbane River
- The best day trips from Brisbane according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
- Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave
- Croc Express to Australia Zoo from Brisbane
- Hinterland Heritage Wine Tour
- Deluxe Winery Tour to Tamborine Mountain, includes gourmet two course lunch
- The most popular things to do in Brisbane with kids according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- South Bank Parklands
- Pterodactyl Helicopters
- Brisbane Greeters
- X-Wing Mini Segway Tours
- Museum of Brisbane