What to do in Brisbane
Brisbane has an amazing variety of things
to do, besides the usual city things like museums, historic buildings,
art galleries etc. there is a whole range of tours that take you
out to natural attractions on Brisbane's doorstep.
How many cities do you know that can offer you the whole range
of whales, historic buildings, dolphins, crocodiles, winetasting,
4WD safaris, dingoes and beaches?
Annual events
If you're in Brisbane at the right time you can catch some
of the annual events and festivals;
Brisbane Festival - held in October, more
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Ekka - Annual Royal Queensland Show, held
in August, more
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Gold Coast Show - On the south side of Brisbane
you'll find the Gold Coast that celebrates the Gold Coast
Show in August, more
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River Festival - Held late August this festival includes
some impressive fire works, more
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Blokes World Live Expo - Aussie
Culture at its best!! This amazing event was held on October 1
and 2, 2005 at the Queensland raceway in Ipswich after Brisbane
Council did not want this to take place in their city. Chicks,
tattoos, fast and loud cars, utes, dogs, and alcohol, all the
essential ingredients for a great weekend out. Entry to 18+ only.
Click on the banner to find out this year's dates...
Byron Bay
Byron Bay Lighthouse
Hop across the border into New South Wales and
visit Byron Bay on a daytour! Journey to the most easterly
point of Australia, where the mainland makes a desperate attempt
to reach out into the jeweled waters of the Pacific…
Take in the scenery, the wildlife and the peaceful atmosphere
on a Tweed River cruise. Experience the beautiful beaches
of Byron Bay and learn about the traditional uses of Australia's
native flora. More
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Crocodile hunter
Steve Irwin - Australia Zoo
© Australia Zoo
Go and visit Steve Irwin, the famous crocodile
hunter! He lives close enough to Brisbane to visit on a daytour.
Book on the Sunshine Experience daytour and experience the
Sunshine Coast , from its alluring beaches to the ascent into
the Glasshouse Mountains. Australia Zoo, home of the Crocodile
Hunter, has much excitement to offer, with a live Crocodile
Feeding Show and the opportunity to have your photo taken
with a snake or kangaroo. More
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You can also go directly to and from Australia Zoo,
the home of Steve and Terri Irwin (The Crocodile Hunter) and their
global documentaries. You will have time to experience the best
of Australia Zoo. This wildlife 'Theme Park' is too good to rush.
Spend almost 5 hours seeing the many shows and demonstrations
including crocodile feeding and snake handling. The Zoo has a
team of over 200 who believe in 'conservation through exciting
education', who will ensure you have a wildlife experience you'll
never forget. More
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Day tour of the city highlights
Discover why so many people love to call Brisbane home! This
fast growing city attracts many with its relaxed lifestyle
and beautiful scenery.
In the morning this tour takes in the main sights of a vibrant
centre, visits historic locations and heritage homes and the
popular South Bank. In the afternoon travel to the Lone Pine
Koala Sanctuary, the first and largest Koala sanctuary in
the world, and travel through leafy suburbs to Mount Coot-tha
lookout, the best point from which to view Brisbane. More
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Dreamworld
Ride the Cyclone
© Dreamworld
Want to experience Australia's favorite family park?
This package will give you this plus a lot more - interested...
Come and ride on the world's tallest and fastest rides, see tigers
and cuddle an Aussie Koala. You won't want to miss enjoying an
Aussie BBQ lunch & take home a souvenir photo with a Koala.
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Fraser Island
4WD adventure on Fraser Island
© Australian Day Tours
Rainforest and sand don't usually go together
but the World Heritage listed Fraser Island is an enigma.
Fraser Island is a giant sand island famous for its dingos,
wildlife, native birds, rainforests, creeks, lakes, fishing,
and scenery. It attained its World Heritage Listing in December
1992 in recognition of the island's exceptional sand dune
systems, its rainforests on sand and its beautiful freshwater
lakes.Its natural beauty and purity will touch you like few
other places can. Stroll along sandy beaches and through unique
rainforest. Swim in incredible freshwater lakes. See wild
dingos in their natural habitat. This is an amazing day in
an amazing place! More
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You can also spend a few days exploring this magnificent natural
wonderland by 4WD and overnight at the famous eco-resort,
Kingfisher Bay. More
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Go for a walk
Brisbane has many historical buildings
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Brisbane at night
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Pick up a map at the Brisbane Tourist Information in the
centrally located Queen St. Mall and go for a walk to explore
the many historic buildings. You can also see the Queensland
government in action at Parliament House. Currently Queensland
politics are pretty calm, it used to be livelier when Joh
Bjelke Petersen or Pauline Hanson were around, or maybe in
the future Jodie Moore might liven things up again, (find
them on our amazing politicians
page).
Gold Coast
Gold Coast Beach
© Brisbane Tourism
The Gold Coast is Australia's favorite holiday playground
boasting endless white sandy beaches, theme parks and a host of
activities. This tour enables you to discover the excitement of
the Gold Coast at your own pace. Included is a tour on the 'Adventure
Duck' through the streets and canals of Surfers Paradise. Spend
the day shopping precincts of Harbour Town or Pacific Fair, both
of which are close by. Stroll along the beach, try bungee jumping
or parasailing. If you're feeling adventurous, rent a moped and
cruise along the Esplanade. More
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Lamington National Park
Tree Top Walk
© Australian Day Tours
Escape the city and experience the natural beauty
of the World Heritage area of the Lamington National Park.
Enjoy spectacular views from Mount Tamborine, all the way
to the coast. Wander through lush rainforest and listen to
the birdsong of Bellbirds, Rosellas and Parrots. Take a tree
top walk through this World Heritage forest. A day of amazing
wilderness in the 'Green Mountains'. More
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There is also a two day tour that overnights
in the Lamington National Park. More
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Moreton Island and dolphins
Dolphin Feeding
© Brisbane Tourism
Take a couple of days to visit beautiful Moreton
Island and meet Bess, Echo, Freddy, Lefty and the other wild
dolphins of Tangalooma… Cruise from the mainland to
Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort and overnight on the island.
Hand feed the wild dolphins when they visit in the evening
and explore Moreton Island National Park. More
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Sunshine Coast and Underwater World
Underwater World
© Brisbane Tourism
Brisbane may be lacking a bit in the beach department
but the Sunshine Coast makes up for it. Its magnificent beaches,
relaxed yet sophisticated lifestyle has also made it a magnet
for international visitors. This tour showcases the diversity
and beauty of the Sunshine Coast. Visit the Big Pineapple,
Noosa Heads and Hastings Street before following the coast
to Mooloolaba. Mooloolaba is derived from the aboriginal word
meaning 'Schnapper Fish' and has its own attractions and atmosphere
with numerous sidewalk cafes, bars and of course Underwater
World. More
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Whale watching
Majestic Creatures of the sea
© Australian Day Tours
Spend a day out with the magnificent humpback
whales of Moreton Bay. Watch them as they play in the crystal
clear turquoise waters off Moreton Island. They frequent this
area between the months of June and October, as they migrate
between the Antarctic wilderness and the Great Barrier Reef.
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Wine tasting
Sirromet Winery - Mt Cotton
© Sirromet Winery
Sirromet is one of Queensland's most prestigious wineries.
The product of 5 years of research and planning, this premier
winery opened its doors in July 2000 and has since gone on
to win industry awards such as Best Queensland Tourist Restaurant,
Best Winery Restaurant and Best New Tourist Development. Here,
you will enjoy tasting various wines such as the, Chambourcin,
Chardonnay, Cabernet Merlot and Shiraz varieties, in the tranquil
surroundings of Mt Cotton. More
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Zorbing |
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The Zorb is a big, fat, 3
metre huge PVC ball, round and bouncy, you jump inside
it, it rolls and so do you! There are two different ways
to Zorb, one involves getting wet and one doesn't, simple!
You can zorb by yourself or you can also go group zorbing.
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