Brisbane

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Roma Street Parkland featuring a city, a garden and a skyscraper
Brisbane
South Bank featuring a ferry, a city and a river or creek
Kangaroo Point Cliffs featuring skyline, a city and a river or creek
Brisbane

Brisbane Travel Guide Video

From trendy galleries to trendier bars, diving to biking, Brisbane is ready and willing to be whatever kind of destination you want it to be.

There are so many different things to do and see in Brisbane, it really is the city that caters for every type of holiday. With huge shopping centres brimming with options from bargain to high-end, a multitude of gourmet restaurants and romantic cruises along the river, the choices are seemingly endless. Whether you're an adrenaline junkie who likes to live on the wild side, or museums and culture are more your thing, don't worry, this sunny city has it all!Take the ferry up the river and stop off at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary where you can feed the kangaroos and even cuddle a koala. For a more exotic wildlife experience, jump in the car and head for Australia Zoo to see the legacy of Steve Irwin.If it's a proper adventure you're after, rent an SUV and drive out to Moreton Island National Park, where you can camp on a deserted beach, dive amongst shipwrecks and observe whales and sharks from a safe vantage point.Head back into the city to make the most of the cultural hub that is South Bank, home to the renowned Queensland Performing Arts Centre and the exceptional Brisbane Powerhouse, a converted power plant. Also in this district you will find magnificent galleries and museums, the Gallery of Modern Art and Museum of Brisbane to name but two, both of which are free.Check out Brisbane's nightlife around the Fortitude Valley area, a hotspot of sophisticated bars and live music venues. Alternatively, Burnett Lane, with its gourmet restaurants and stylish cocktail bars, will keep you entertained all night.Brisbane boasts more than 27 kilometres of bicycle paths which are a great way to see the city without being held up by traffic or worrying about parking spaces. These trails conveniently run alongside the Brisbane River and through the city centre. That being said, the city does have an extensive transportation network in place, servicing local, regional, national and international destinations.What really sets "Brissie" apart is that this dynamic city, with its top-class amenities and cultural venues, is set against the backdrop of awe-inspiring, sun-drenched scenery. What more could a visitor possibly ask for?

Where to stay in Brisbane

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Brisbane Central Business District

Anzac Square and Brisbane Customs House are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Brisbane Central Business District. Travelers also love the beautiful gardens, stunning river views, and popular shops.

Brisbane Central Business District
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Brisbane Airport

Travelers come to Brisbane Airport for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like DFO Brisbane and Moreton Bay while you're in town.

Brisbane Airport
South Bank featuring a sunset, a bridge and a high rise building

South Bank

South Bank is a destination visitors seek out for is ample dining options, fascinating museums, and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Streets Beach or Queensland Conservatorium while you're exploring the neighborhood.

South Bank
Fortitude Valley

Fortitude Valley

Travelers come to Fortitude Valley for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Brunswick Street Mall and Fortitude Music Hall while you're in town.

Fortitude Valley
South Bank showing flowers, a city and a river or creek

South Brisbane

South Brisbane is a destination visitors seek out for is abundant dining options, interesting museums, and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Queensland Performing Arts Centre or Queensland Conservatorium while you're exploring the neighborhood.

South Brisbane
Kangaroo Point showing a skyscraper, a bay or harbor and night scenes

Kangaroo Point

The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Kangaroo Point. A stop by Holman Street Ferry Terminal or Dockside Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.

Kangaroo Point
Amora Hotel Brisbane

Amora Hotel Brisbane

5 out of 5
200 Creek Street, Spring Hill, QLD
The price is P6,257 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P6,257
P6,883 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,137 reviews)
"Helpful staff, central position in brisbane, friendly atmosphere."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Amora Hotel Brisbane
The Star Grand Brisbane

The Star Grand Brisbane

5 out of 5
33 William Street, Brisbane, QLD
The price is P10,539 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P10,539
P11,593 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Suncorp Stadium and XXXX Brewery are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (247 reviews)
"Nice and new. Very comfortable large rooms. Great location and superb amenities"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

The Star Grand Brisbane
Treasury Brisbane

Treasury Brisbane

5 out of 5
130 William Street, Brisbane, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,836 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P7,836
P8,620 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful old-world charm, tastefully restored and re-purposed heritage building. I did not partake of the hotel kitchen's offerings"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Treasury Brisbane
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Queen's Wharf Residences

Queen's Wharf Residences

4.5 out of 5
8 Margaret Street, Brisbane, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Suncorp Stadium and XXXX ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (31 reviews)
"Great location, new, clean and fresh."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Queen's Wharf Residences
Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX

Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX

4 out of 5
222 Margaret Street, Brisbane, QLD
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,017 reviews)
Good location, but apartment had flaws
"I have stayed here before, in a 1-br apartment that I liked. The location and neighborhood are good, and the view is great. This time I again booked a 1-br but was given a “compact 2-bedroom” that had the same great view but was inferior in several ways. It had no chair, only a couch. No table except ..."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX
Hotel Diana South Brisbane

Hotel Diana South Brisbane

4 out of 5
46-50 Water Street, South Brisbane, QLD
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (279 reviews)
Clean and comfortable
"Good little studio apartment with kitchen basics. The windows could be more sound proof though as there is a bit of noise from the hospital (sirens, helicopters)."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Hotel Diana South Brisbane
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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