Off the beaten path · Brisbane, Australia

10 Hidden Gems in Brisbane Most Visitors Miss

The quieter side of Brisbane, chosen from what travelers actually rate highest once the crowds thin out.

Picked out of the 67 Brisbane places we track, favoring high ratings over high foot traffic. Updated monthly.

  1. City Winery Brisbane

    MarketFree entry

    City Winery Brisbane is a unique venue that combines a working winery with a bustling market and entertainment space.

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  2. Zero Latency VR

    Entertainment

    Zero Latency VR in Newstead, Brisbane, is a premier free-roam virtual reality entertainment venue.

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  3. Birrunga Gallery

    MuseumFree entry

    Birrunga Gallery is a distinctive art space located on Level 1 of 241 Adelaide Street in Brisbane's central business district.

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  4. The Thai Foot Spa

    Sight

    The Thai Foot Spa is a hidden gem in the heart of Fortitude Valley, Brisbane. Tucked away in a small shop at James Street, this spa provides an authentic Thai foot massage experience.

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  5. Commissariat Store Museum

    Museum

    The Commissariat Store Museum is housed in one of Brisbane's oldest surviving buildings, a sandstone structure originally built by convicts in 1829.

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  6. Quest Room

    Entertainment

    Quest Room in Spring Hill, Brisbane, offers a variety of escape room experiences that challenge teams to solve puzzles and uncover clues within a set time limit.

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  7. La Boite Theatre

    Entertainment

    La Boite Theatre is a cornerstone of Brisbane's performing arts scene, located in the suburb of Kelvin Grove.

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  8. Bar Alto

    Sight

    Bar Alto sits atop the Brisbane Powerhouse, a former power station turned arts venue in New Farm.

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  9. The Golden Pig Cooking School

    Market

    The Golden Pig Cooking School, located on Ross Street in Brisbane's New Farm area, offers an immersive culinary experience focused on Thai cuisine.

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  10. Miegunyah House Museum

    Museum

    Miegunyah House Museum is a beautifully preserved Victorian-era home located in the Brisbane suburb of Bowen Hills.

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