Attractions in and around Brisbane
These are everyday attractions around Brisbane – the sort of things locals go to, or take their visiting friends and relatives to.
- Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha – These are real Australian botanic gardens – great for gardeners and naturelovers but also good for taking overseas visitor to. Allow a lot of time because it is a huge space. You get amazing views across to the city and Moreton Bay from the lookout at the top of Mt Coot-tha.
- Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Brisbane’s Alma Park Zoo Dakabin
- City Botanic Gardens
- Customs House make sure you walk out the river side when visiting this historic building.
- Downfall Creek Bushland Centre, Raven Street Reserve at McDowall, where a well appointed picnic ground connects with bikeways and trails and is floodlit after nightfall for summer evening barbeques. Information: 3353 3266 or 3403 5937.
- Dreamworld – see book your Dreamworld tickets here
- Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary – open every day of the year from 8:00-17:00 (from 13:00 on Anzac Day, April 25) - see Tours to Lone Pine
- Maritime Museum (South Bank) – 10am to 5 pm
- Parliament House – see a virtual tour on the website
- Queensland Museum – 7 days a week 9am to 5pm except Christmas Day and Good Friday
- Queensland Art Gallery and GOMA (Gallery of Modern Art) – 7 days a week 10am to 5pm
- The Queensland Maritime Museum
- Queensland Sciencentre – hands-on activities for children and adults. Open every day except Christmas Day 10am – 5pm.
- Roma Street Parkland – lots of walkways, native and exotic plants. This area was once the rail shunting yards.
- South Bank Parklands
- Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium , Mt Coot-tha Rd, Toowong, Brisbane 340 32578
- The State Library of Queensland at South Bank.
- Tours and adventure in and around Brisbane See Brisbane and the hinterland, Moreton Bay and the islands by bike, coach, 4-wheel-drive, plane, helicopter or hot air balloon.
Tours of Attractions in and around Brisbane
- Best of Brisbane Full-Day Sightseeing Tour ( Instant Confirmation
from Viator)
Commences at Brisbane
Discover Brisbane's historic city centre, river and wildlife on a full-day tour. You'll tour Brisbane's city-centre attractions by coach, take a cruise along the Brisbane River followed by a ride on the Wheel of Brisbane. Cuddle a koala at a wildlife sanctuary and enjoy Brisbane's most iconic views from the Mt Coot-tha Lookout. see more info and booking details from Viator
- Brisbane City Highlights and Leisure Tour ( Instant Confirmation
from Viator)
Commences at Brisbane
Spend a day exploring the city of Brisbane. Tour by coach through Brisbane CBD past prominent buildings and feel the heartbeat of the Brisbane past and present. You'll tour past many historical and significant architectural buildings, including City Hall, Parliament House, St Johns Cathedral, Treasury Casino. Your tour includes a river cruise, morning tea and a ride on the Brisbane Wheel.
see more info and booking details from Viator
- Brisbane Full-Day Sights Tour and River Cruise from the Gold Coast ( Instant Confirmation
from Viator)
Commences at Gold Coast
Learn about the history of Queensland's capital city are you tour the city and cruise the Brisbane River. The tour includes morning tea and a visit to historic Newstead House, Brisbane's oldest surviving residence. This full day tour provides a great overview of the city center and surrounding suburbs. see more info and booking details from Viator
- Brisbane Story Bridge Day and Night Climbs ( Instant Confirmation
from Viator)
Commences at Brisbane
Rise to the challenge and climb Brisbane's iconic Story Bridge! You'll enjoy 360-degree panoramic views from the summit, taking in Moreton Bay, the Glass House Mountains, Mt Coot-tha, Lamington National Park and the Brisbane River. Your climb leader will provide a safety briefing and audio commentary to your group sharing interesting facts about Brisbane's surrounds and the Story Bridge on your 2.5 hour climb. see more info and booking details from Viator
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary And Hospital Precinct (CWS001 RedBalloon experience voucher)
The venue is a 5 minute drive north of Gold Coast Airport, a 10 minute drive north of Coolangatta, 40 minutes north of Byron Bay, and 25 minutes south of Surfers Paradise.
More Australian, More Natural, More Fun! The Wildlife Sanctuary is the place to experience amazing Australian wildlife encounters, provides the opportunity to view Aboriginal performances, entry to Green Challenge Adventure Parc and view the Wildlife Hospital precinct.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Seal Encounter - Sunshine Coast (UWW001 RedBalloon experience voucher)
The Wharf, Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba. One hour drive, north of Brisbane.
Come and see how gorgeous they are close up! You can touch their fur and shake their flippers to seal the friendship. Check out the behind the scenes area where they live and where all their fishy food is prepared.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Seal Trainer For A Day (UWW002 RedBalloon experience voucher)
The Wharf, Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba. One hour drive, north of Brisbane.
During this 5 hour hands on experience you will become part of the UnderWater World’s Marine Mammal Team and gain access to different behind the scenes areas plus participate in our seal show.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Australia Zoo Admission (ASZ002 RedBalloon experience voucher)
1hour north of Brisbane on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
Australia Zoo on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, Queensland, is home to over 1,200 native and exotic species that can’t wait to get up close and personal to you! Check out the wildlife shows featuring a stack of slithering, swooping, jaw-snapping action.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Tiger Walk At Australia Zoo - For 3 Or 4 (ASZ003 RedBalloon experience voucher)
1hour north of Brisbane on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
Activity for 4 people
Take a walk on the wild side, literally!
Enjoy these awesome animals up close - just you and your family or friends! Take a walk with our drop-dead gorgeous tigers as one of our professional photographers captures this special, once in a lifetime moment.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Australia Zoo Admission - Kids (ASZ006 RedBalloon experience voucher)
1hour north of Brisbane on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
Australia Zoo on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, Queensland, is home to over 1,200 native and exotic species that can’t wait to get up close and personal to you! Check out the wildlife shows featuring a stack of slithering, swooping, jaw-snapping action.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Tiger Walk At Australia Zoo - For 1 Or 2 (ASZ004 RedBalloon experience voucher)
1hour north of Brisbane on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
Activity for 2 people
Take a walk on the wild side, literally!
Enjoy these awesome animals up close - just you and your family or friends! Take a walk with our drop-dead gorgeous tigers as one of our professional photographers captures this special, once in a lifetime moment.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Platinum Zoo Adventure At Australia Zoo (ASZ005 RedBalloon experience voucher)
1 hour north of Brisbane on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
For the true wildlife enthusiast or the traveler who's seen it all before, a Platinum Adventure is the opportunity of a lifetime. Enjoy a full day of extreme VIP treatment, exclusive behind-the-scenes animal encounters and the undivided attention of our animals and their expert handlers.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Daintree and Cape Tribulation Tour - Full Day (DEU831 RedBalloon experience voucher)
This Daintree Tour takes you to the best and brightest areas of the Daintree, and includes transfers from Port Douglas.
Take a Daintree Tour in comfort! This Daintree Full Day tour lets you explore the Daintree Rainforest's biggest attractions in affordable convenience. Picked up from your Port Douglas accommodation, this Daintree Tour visits Cape Tribulation and Mossman Gorge, AND includes a sumptuous picnic lunch!. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Cape Tribulation and Bloomfield Falls Day Trip (DEU832 RedBalloon experience voucher)
This Day Trip travels from Port Douglas into the Daintree National Park, visiting Cape Tribulation, Bloomfield Falls, Emegen Creek, Stingray Bay and Wobbadda Creek, amongst other places.
Cape Tribulation & Bloomfield Falls await you! Day trip some of Australia's most spectacular regions in this varied tour. Relax in gorgeous fresh waters, be guided through serene rainforest and learn as you go! Spend a day seeing Cape Tribulation & Bloomfield Falls how they should be seen.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - The Paparazzi Game Team Activity for 10 to 400 (HDR941 RedBalloon experience voucher)
This experience is available in the central business districts of Canberra, Perth, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Brisbane, Surfers Paradise and Sydney.
Activity for 10 people
The Paparazzi Games is Australia's funnest team activity! Armed with nothing but clues and a camera, you'll roam your city hunting down this and that. Keep the photos after a great 90-minute activity and hilarious review session! Just like the real paparazzi, this is hard work with a big pay off!. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Race Around The CBD for 10 (HDR942 RedBalloon experience voucher)
This experience is available in the central business districts of Canberra, Perth, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Brisbane, Surfers Paradise and Sydney.
Activity for 10 people
Race around the CBD! Using over 100 checkpoints and a lot of teamwork, this is your opportunity to show off some real skill and have the time of your life. Administered on your terms and using GPS, you can have a great time navigating Canberra, Perth, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Brisbane or Sydney!. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Aboriginal Rock Art and Culture Tour (GUT001 RedBalloon experience voucher)
Cooktown, QLD
This magical, award-winning and thought-provoking tour is in the company of Nugal-warra Elder, Willie Gordon. Willie takes guests to visit his ancestral rock art sites, set in stunning countryside high in the hills outside Cooktown and normally inaccessible to the public.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Super Duck Adventure Tour Of Gold Coast (RRC003 RedBalloon experience voucher)
Gold Coast, Queensland
“Super Duck†is a great land and water adventure and a unique way to see the best of the Gold Coast. From road to sand to surf - the Super Duck will splash into the water and take you on a cruising journey on sparkling waters to view yachts, waterfront mansions, Seaworld, the Versace Hotel and more.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - North Stradbroke Island Eco Tour In A 4WD (STT001 RedBalloon experience voucher)
This experience is located 40 minutes from Brisbane City Central or 75 minutes from the Gold Coast.
An amazing opportunity to explore the beauty of North Stradbroke Island, with pick up from Brisbane or the Gold Coast, in an Eco friendly and environmentally sustainable way. On this full day Eco Tour everything is supplied including a BBQ lunch on the beach! See this island paradise in style!. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Cairns Walking Tour - With Afternoon Tea (URA003 RedBalloon experience voucher)
The meeting point for this experience is out the front of the Bellview, 85-87 Esplanade, Cairns.
See the very best of Cairns on this afternoon of outdoor adventure. This tour offers the chance to see native bird life, admire sculptural wonders, visit popular landmarks and learn about the heritage of Cairns at a relaxed and thoroughly enjoyable manner. Finish off with a delicious afternoon tea!. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Member for a Day at the Brisbane Races (BRC001 RedBalloon experience voucher)
This experience is avaliable at either Eagle Farm or Doomben.
From the excitement, action and yelling of the bookies ring to the thrill and anticipation of each horse race, a day at the Brisbane races is a truly great way to spend your Saturday afternoon.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Brisbane Racing Behind the Scenes Tour (BRC002 RedBalloon experience voucher)
Close to Brisbane’s CBD
The Brisbane Racing Behind the Scenes Tour is a 2 hour guided tour that offers participants the opportunity to witness rare and close-up experiences.
Whether a horse racing lover looking to learn more about the industry or a newcomer to the sport, this gift experience will be delighted by many.. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Queenslands Top 5 Attractions Pass - Adult (IVT021 RedBalloon experience voucher)
Gold Coast, Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Breathtaking beaches, picturesque river cruises, cuddly Australian wildlife and so much more is available to you when you next visit Queensland with a Great Sunshine Way pass! Take the stress out of your holiday with one convenient card giving you access to some of Queensland’s top attractions!. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Queensland Unlimited Attractions Pass - 5 Day - Adult (IVT019 RedBalloon experience voucher)
Gold Coast, Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, Southern Queensland
Sun, surf and sand is synonymous with South East Queensland. Experience it all with a Great Sunshine Way Attractions Pass. Learn to surf, cruise along the beautiful Brisbane river, cuddle up to a Koala are just some of the exciting things you can with your simple and easy to use attractions pass!. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Queensland Unlimited Attractions Pass - 5 Day - Child (IVT020 RedBalloon experience voucher)
Gold Coast, Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, Southern Queensland
Sun, surf and sand is synonymous with South East Queensland. Experience it all with a Great Sunshine Way Attractions Pass. Learn to surf, cruise along the beautiful Brisbane river, cuddle up to a Koala are just some of the exciting things you can with your simple and easy to use attractions pass!. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon - Queenslands Top 5 Attractions Pass - Child (IVT022 RedBalloon experience voucher)
Gold Coast, Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Breathtaking beaches, picturesque river cruises, cuddly Australian wildlife and so much more is available to you when you next visit Queensland with a Great Sunshine Way pass! Take the stress out of your holiday with one convenient card giving you access to some of Queensland’s top attractions!. get more details or buy vouchers from RedBalloon
