| Brisbane, is in the southeast corner of Queensland, Australia. Brisbane, or ‘Briz-Vegas' as it is affectionately known by Australians, is Queensland 's largest city. Although not as hectic as Sydney, Brisbane is a metropolitan city with museums, art galleries, universities, restaurants, and shopping and a welcoming, relaxed vibe. Explore it all on Brisbane eguide the most comprehensive Brisbane travel guide.
Brisbane has a wide range of accommodation from luxury hotels to economical budget accommodation, apartments and some wonderful boutique hotels, explore it all using the Brisbane accommodation search for the best Brisbane accommodation deals.
Brisbane accommodation search
Brisbane is the place to go for the best of everything and has something for everyone with theme parks close by, the finest food and restaurants, arts, entertainment and shopping. At night Brisbane comes alive with a very vibrant music scene in the local pubs and nightclubs. Please use the search box on the left or the site map as we will have the Brisbane information you are looking for.
Brisbane tourism
Brisbane attractions
Brisbane attractions are many and include museums, art galleries, historical buildings and parks. Close by is the Sunshine Coast and to the south is the Gold Coast with theme parks and beaches. Brisbane has an active entertainment scene with theatres, cinemas and nightlife. Brisbane restaurants are excellent and Brisbane shopping expanding across the city. Brisbane tourism is well developed with many excellent Brisbane hotels.
An easy way to see Brisbane attractions and the surrounding area is on one of the Brisbane tours. Excellent transport is available via fast Brisbane ferries on the Brisbane river or the network of buses and trains. If you are an adrenalin junkie try some of the many Brisbane actvities such as hot air ballooning, surfing, sailing or four-wheel driving through the sand dunes. This area has so much to offer whether you want to relax, go shopping, see the sights, lie on a beach or have some excitement.
Brisbane is an outdoor city that combines the old sandstone churches with the new of the glass high rise buildings. Throughout the city are open parklands with palm trees where you can sit, relax and enjoy in Brisbane 's subtropical weather.
Whatever pace you want to enjoy Brisbane has it all. Try a cappuccino by the river, abseiling the Kangaroo Point cliffs, climb the Story Bridge, do some serious shopping or enjoy the variety of water sports in the area.
At night, try the fine restaurants, sophisticated bars and live music venues. If you are interested in something more cultural there are the musicals, art galleries, live theatre, museums and guided walking tours of the city's historical sites.
Make Brisbane your base if you want to explore further a field. Visit the seaside towns and enjoy seafood straight from the fishing boats. Explore Moreton Bay and the islands, the white sandy beaches of the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast areas.
Brisbane enjoys year round great weather and the climate is warm for most of the year. Brisbane itself is built along the Brisbane River and is a great place to base yourself as it is serviced by an excellent public transport system, which includes buses, taxis, trains and water-craft. The city is also a great place to get all of your tour information and tips for exploring the rest of Queensland .
Brisbane city is located just 9km from the airport and is easily accessible by Sky Train from the airport. Disembark at Roma Street Station, located right beside the gorgeous Roma Street Parklands and a large range of backpacker hostels, friendly tour operators and pubs and clubs for you to meet fellow travelers in. Located just across the river is Brisbane 's South Bank which features a beach, fabulous restaurants and cafes, and acres of parklands for you to enjoy.
Brisbane is fast developing a reputation for its live music scene, so when the sun goes down make your way to Fortitude Valley; home to some of the best nightspots in Brisbane . Brisbane is also a city with a great reputation for its arts scene and venues such as the Queensland Performing Arts Centre or QPAC are worth a visit.
When the weekend comes, head to a local market for breakfast and while you are there check out the arts and crafts, great food, second-hand goods and organic produce.
Brisbane, the gateway to the Tropical North, and the Sunshine and Gold Coasts is a destination in itself so base yourself at one of Brisbane 's hostels and take some time to explore the city and its surrounds.
|
.gif){kind=small}
.gif){kind=small}
