Sub-topical Brisbane boasts great weather all throughout the year, which makes it a fantastic place for a break or vacation. The city of 1.2 million is the state capital of Queensland and acts as a gateway to the beautiful natural gems of the state. While staying in the city you will find that there is lots of cheap Brisbane city accommodation. You can find backpacker's hostels, the full range of hotel accommodation, short term leases and apartments - whatever you are looking for it is there and you are likely to find promotions and discounts offered throughout the year.

Once you have checked into your cheap Brisbane city accommodation, you should get out and start investigating. A good place to start your tour is at the Queen Street Mall. This is shopper's paradise with the whole street devoted to retail therapy. There are arcades, department stores, chain and boutique stores lining the street. You can locate just about anything you might be looking for there from shampoo to Chanel.

On Queen Street you will also find many dining places that span the spectrum of budgets. Services such as currency exchanges, banks, tourist information and travel agencies are all located on Queen Street. The mall is also filled with buskers and street entertainers.

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Up the top of the mall you can board the CityCat, which is a high speed ferry that takes passengers up and down the Brisbane River. For the tourist, it is also a cheap way to see the river and have a river cruise. You can disembark the ferry at South Bank, which is a large parklands on the other side of the river that has

shops, restaurants and cafes as well as a free artificial beach for swimming. Just over the road from Southbank is the Queensland Museum, where you can discover historical and natural features of the state.

When you are back in the CBD you should head over to the botnical gardens, which are a peaceful place to wander and see some of Queensland's unique flora. Around the botanical gardens there are also some delightful examples of Queensland colonial architecture done primarily in sandstone. One of the best examples is the Treasury Casino, which is located in the old state treasury department building.

To pick up unique souvenirs and see some quality local handicrafts and delicious produce, the Riverside Markets on the weekends are a lot of fun. These are one of the best markets in Queensland without doubt and are known for their colorful and energetic atmosphere. Back across the river head towards West End, where delicious international cuisine is available alongside Australian restaurants and cool street side cafes.

There is so much to do and see while staying at cheap Brisbane city accommodation. Whether you come on a weekend minibreak or part of a longer Queensland vacation, you should take the time to discover some of Brisbane's charms. The culinary delights of the city are not to be missed with the freshest seafood and tropical fruits on offer all year round.