Brisbane is a young and vibrant city, blessed with a subtropical climate of warm, bright summers and clear, mild winters. The capital of the Sunshine State of Queensland, Brisbane is at the heart of one of the most diverse and popular holiday regions in Australia. The city lies on the banks of the serpentine Brisbane River - a colourful waterway for ferries, paddlewheelers and pleasure boats. From its Aboriginal and later European origins, the city has grown into a fresh, modern capital with parks and gardens dotting even the city centre. The gleaming towers that define the city skyline reflect our heritage buildings - treasured edifices in sandstone that have been lovingly restored - while in the surrounding suburbs weatherboard Queenslander cottages, with their shady verandahs and iron roofs, give Brisbane its unique character.
Brisbane is a cosmopolitan city with a welcoming and friendly ambience. While it offers all the excitement and diversity of a big city, the pace is a little less frenetic as residents and visitors alike soak up the outdoor lifestyle. There is something for all tastes whether it be the arts, shopping or fine dining. Visit our attractions, meet the local wildlife or take a tour of the sights and a cruise along the river.
South Bank
On the southern banks of the city lies Brisbane's favourite leisure
and entertainment precinct - South Bank. Imagine a palm fringed
beach and a tropical rainforest right in the city centre! There
are street performers, bustling weekend markets, lazy canal cruises
and outdoor barbecue and picnic facilities. Attractions include
the amazing live collection of butterflies and insects at the
South Bank Wildlife Sanctuary.
Clothing
Brisbane, Australia's City of Sun Days, is a great place to visit
any time of year as it enjoys a sub-tropical climate of long summers
and mild, dry winters. Pack casual, lightweight clothing and some
special outfits for dining at restaurants or nights at the theatre
or casino. As the capital of the Sunshine State, Brisbane has
long hours of sunshine so be sure to bring a swimsuit, hat and
sunscreen. Warmer clothing may be required for winter mornings
and evenings. Comfortable shoes and jeans are a must for bushwalking
or horse riding .
Talk to the
Animals
Witness outback Australia at The Australian Woolshed. Watch sheep-shearing
demonstrations and trained rams starring in their own show, or
milk a cow and bottle feed baby lambs. Cuddle a koala and see
unique Australian animals and birds at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Brisbane’s Alma Park Zoo has an abundance of native fauna,
as well as wild animals of the world; or visit the South Bank
Wildlife Sanctuary and see fascinating displays of some of Australia's
more infamous animals.
Brisbane Regional
Towns Directory
When it's time to escape the city skyline, you'll find a whole
new world within an hour's drive of the CBD. Head for the hills
and into the surrounding valleys, mountain ranges and country
towns beyond, or stretch out on a pristine Queensland beach on
the Gold Coast or northern Sunshine Coast.
Brisbane Moreton
Bay and Islands
Moreton Bay is Brisbane's water playground - a vast stretch of
blue waters, sheltered from the Pacific Ocean by a string of sand
islands and providing the ideal setting for sailing, game fishing,
watersports and great days of fun and adventure. Moreton island
is the largest of the bay islands; its vast stretches of sand
includes the world's tallest coastal dunes. North Stradbroke is
another large sand island, boasting great beaches, lakes and a
range of accommodation. Other islands include the former convict
prison island of St Helena and Coochiemudlo.
South East
Queensland Country
Within two and a half hours' drive from Brisbane's busy skyline,
you'll discover some of the best kept secrets in Queensland: deep
secluded valleys, jagged mountain ranges and pristine wilderness
areas. Whether you need a short break away or an action packed
adventure, a million pleasures await you in South East Queensland
Country.
Toowoomba and Southern Downs
Gold Coast
World class tourist attractions within an easy reach of Brisbane
include Sea World on the Gold
Coast where you
can come face-to-face with the underwater world. Thrill seekers
will find the dare-devil rides at Dreamworld impossible to resist.
At nearby Warner Bros. Movie World, the magic of Hollywood is
recreated with themed shows and rides.
Sunshine Coast
If you are heading north to the Sunshine Coast, stop off at The Ginger Factory, Alma Park Zoo,
Queensland Reptile and Fauna Park, The Big Pineapple, Forest Glen
Deer Sanctuary and Underwater World.
