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
Contrast of historic buildings and new buildings in Brisbane
Photo by Katrin Holmsten
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.
More
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Eating & drinking in Brisbane
Brisbane has a thriving cafe, restaurant
and bar scene, mainly around Fortitude Valley, these are some
places that our readers have recommended;
Restaurant Montrachet - 224 Given
Terrace - (07) 3367 0030
The Gun Shop Cafe - good place
for breakfast - 53 Mollison Street, West End - (07) 3844 2241
Wine bar Anise - 697 Brunswick
Street, Newfarm - (07) 3358 1558
Cru Bar and Cellar - 22 James Street,
Fortitude Valley - (07) 3252 1744
Jamie's Expresso Bar - good place
for coffee - corner of James and Robertson Streets, Fortitude
Valley - (07) 3257 1010
Asian House - authentic Cantonese
food - 165 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley
If you can recommend any bar or restaurant let us
know and we can post it here. Or if you own a business in this
area contact us and advertise!
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
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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'.
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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.
More info....
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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