Top 5 Brisbane Destinations

Brisbane is the capital and the most populous city in the Australian state of Queensland and the third most populous city in Australia. Its metropolitan area has an approximate population of 2 million.

A Brisbane resident is commonly known as a “Brisbanite”.

Before, Brisbane is considered as a sleepy country town hiding behind a big city façade. But in recent years, people at last have seen what Brisbane can offer —a perfect lifestyle. Despite the transformation into a cosmopolitan city complete with world-class art galleries, an active live music scene and a marvelous café culture, Brisbane still preserves the laid-back and easy attitude of a small community.

If Brisbane stirred up your curiosity and you decided to visit but don’t have any idea on what to do, we have listed here the top 5 of the best tourist activities in Brisbane.

1. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

The activity at the top of our list is to visit the “Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary” which the world’s first and largest Koala sanctuary. It is located in the Brisbane suburb of Fig Tree Pocket in Queensland, Australia. You can find Koalas, Kangaroos, Tasmanian Devils, Wombats, Echidnas, various species of Reptiles, as well as a Platypus, and many colorful Australian birds.

The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is one of the very few sanctuaries in the world which allow visitors to hold the koalas for free but, follows the strict regulation that the koalas should not be held for more than 30 minutes every day. This place can be really exciting for children. The travel to the sanctuary from the city is approximately 20 minutes.

2. Brisbane Urban Adventures

The “Brisbane Urban Adventures”. Urban Adventures are the city tour with a twist. In just a few hours you’ll get under the skin of the city you're visiting. You’ll be up close and personal with the city thus unknowingly, you’ll be acting like a local. This Urban adventure is an eco-friendly walking, cycling and food/drink tours in and around Brisbane city. Whether a tourist or a local, you’ll get to uncover hidden colonial gems, you’ll learn about Aboriginal experiences, and you’ll get up to date on Brisbane's modern culture through an amazing adventure.

3. Brisbane Botanic Gardens

Another exciting adventure and getting in touch with nature is to visit the “Brisbane Botanic Gardens”. 7km from the city of Brisbane in Toowong, Queensland, Australia, at the foot of Brisbane's tallest mountain, Mount Coot-tha. These gardens are an oasis for wildlife. The gardens cover a land area of 52 hectares which is mostly of Japanese Garden design concepts, but uses Australian trees, native shrubs and flowers.

There are three self-guided trails available around the gardens and each trail will make sure that you’ll experience an awe-inspiring adventure with nature.

4. South Bank Parklands

If you like strolling, picnics, barbecues and beaches or if you’re with kids who are really up for playgrounds, going to the “South Bank Parklands” will simply complete your day. South Bank and its parklands are one of Brisbane's most important cultural precincts and they regularly host large scale festivals and events. Approximately 11,000,000 people visit South Bank Parklands each year which simply shows that being in SBP is truly fantastic.

5. CityCat Ferry

The “CityCat Ferry”. You can catch a CityCat and cruise along the Brisbane River and get off wherever you feel like getting off. The cruise stops at places like Southbank, Brisbane City, Riverside Centre and the Newfarm park which are all wonderful places to see around the city. This is one of the great ways to see the city while enjoying a relaxing cruise.

The city of Brisbane has a lot to offer. And it’s up to you on how you would like to experience this wonderful city.