Brisbane in Queensland

Brisbane Queensland has much to offer the tourist and its fortunate residents. Brisbane is the third largest city in Australia. A cosmopolitan city, Brisbane is additionally blessed with remarkable natural beauty.

This city has beaches a plenty ranging from the city centre and beyond. The city neighborhoods are linked to each other by paths and bridges. Brisbane is also known for its special festivals and events.

Urban Sites of Brisbane

You can take a tour with the City Sights single decker bus. The tour is without a taped commentary and there is a charge for it. This option is one of the ways to enjoy the sights of the city. The Gallery of Modern Art is the largest in Australia and is one of art venues. It is located in the Cultural Precinct across the river from the Central Business District where there are many places to visit, including museums and galleries. The exhibitions in these venues may be seen at no charge. Aboriginal history and culture is waiting to be discovered in the heritage precincts around the city. There are not many cities where culture, nature, history and ghost tour can be experienced.

The gardens are not to be missed and feature such gems as the world's largest subtropical garden in a city centre that contains a grove of one of the oldest and rarest tree species in the world. The inner city beach is to be found at the Southbank Parklands area. Down the Brisbane River travel may be had using different modes of transport according to your whim. A cruise may also take you to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to cap off what can be seen this way. The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary will bring kolas close to you and you will have the opportunity to meet some of the reptiles native to Australia. From the pinnacle of Mt. Coot Brisbane is panoramic view of Brisbane and the surrounding region. Travel there can be either by car or bus. A local transit bus or the CitySights tour will transport you.

The renowned annual events include the Kitefest attracting participants across Australia and the Redcliffe Festival of Sails at Suttons Beach. In July, the Abbey Medieval Festival brings together pageantry lovers. The coastal villages of Brisbane offer another way to experience this area and they celebrate their heritage. There is no shortage of places to stay, no matter what you seek.

The natural sites in and around Brisbane

Clambering up the landmark Story Bridge or abseiling down the Kangaroo Point Cliffs and kayaking or hot air ballooning are for adventure seekers. The Moreton and Stradbroke Islands are the second and third largest sand Islands in the world. On the islands there is world class diving, surf, sand tobogganing or quad biking beckoning you. On Moreton Island resides the Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort. The Greater Brisbane countryside is a drive away to beautiful national parks, historic towns and wineries. For hikers the national parks are ideal. Tourists may also enjoy riding a bicycle or travel on horseback amongst this backdrop. Brisbane Forest Park is a rainforest within reach from Brisbane.

The Greater Brisbane countryside is a drive away to beautiful national parks, historic towns and wineries. For hikers the national parks are ideal. Tourists may also enjoy riding a bicycle or travel on horseback amongst this backdrop. Brisbane Forest Park is a rainforest within reach from Brisbane.

The spectacular Scenic Rim and Country Valleys will dazzle you. And, were you aware the Great Barrier Reef is a drive away from Brisbane? The sunshine coast is also reachable by car. Brisbane Queensland has so many opportunities to offer its visitor.