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Top things to do in Brisbane

57 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

South Bank, Queensland
Neighborhood4.7

South Bank, Queensland

11,670 reviews

South Bank is Brisbane's lively riverside precinct with parks, restaurants, and cultural venues, including Streets Beach and the Queensland Art Gallery.

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Park & nature4.6

Roma Street Parkland

2,986 reviews

A sprawling subtropical garden in the heart of Brisbane, featuring lush walking paths, water features, and vibrant seasonal displays.

Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane
Museum4.5

Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane

2,399 reviews

Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) is Brisbane's leading contemporary art museum, featuring dynamic rotating exhibitions and a striking riverside location.

Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
Park & nature4.5

Brisbane City Botanic Gardens

2,220 reviews

Brisbane City Botanic Gardens is a historic riverside oasis with lush lawns, exotic plants, and scenic walking paths.

City Botanic Gardens
Park & nature4.5

City Botanic Gardens

2,205 reviews

The City Botanic Gardens are Brisbane's oldest park and a green heart of the city, a heritage-listed botanical garden sweeping along a bend of the Brisbane River right beside the CBD.

Wheel of Brisbane
Outdoor & fun4

Wheel of Brisbane

2,192 reviews

The Wheel of Brisbane is a 60-meter observation wheel offering stunning panoramic views of the city and river.

Brisbane City Hall
Landmark4.5

Brisbane City Hall

1,248 reviews

Brisbane City Hall is a grand heritage building with a striking clock tower and a museum detailing the city's history.

Museum of Brisbane
Museum4.4

Museum of Brisbane

1,144 reviews

A museum inside Brisbane's historic City Hall, exploring the city's stories through art, objects, and interactive exhibits.

Queensland Museum
Museum4.3

Queensland Museum

1,103 reviews

Queensland Museum showcases the state's natural history, science, and cultural heritage through engaging exhibits and interactive displays.

Queensland Museum Kurilpa
Museum4.5

Queensland Museum Kurilpa

1,094 reviews

A family-friendly museum in Brisbane featuring interactive exhibits on natural history, science, and Queensland culture.

Queensland Performing Arts Centre
Entertainment4.5

Queensland Performing Arts Centre

1,031 reviews

QPAC is Brisbane's premier performing arts venue, hosting world-class theatre, dance, and concerts in multiple auditoriums.

Story Bridge
Landmark4.5

Story Bridge

1,025 reviews

An iconic steel cantilever bridge offering panoramic city views from its pedestrian walkway and a thrilling bridge climb experience.

Park & nature
Park & nature4.5

Mirimar Cruises

823 reviews

Enjoy scenic river cruises on the Brisbane River, offering sightseeing, dining, and event options with stunning city views.

Queensland Art Gallery
Museum4.5

Queensland Art Gallery

804 reviews

Queensland Art Gallery in Brisbane showcases Australian and international art in a stunning riverside setting.

Brisbane Powerhouse
Landmark4.5

Brisbane Powerhouse

685 reviews

Brisbane Powerhouse is a vibrant arts and cultural hub housed in a converted power station, offering theater, music, and stunning river views.

Queen Street Mall
Neighborhood4.2

Queen Street Mall

649 reviews

Queen Street Mall is Brisbane's premier shopping and dining pedestrian street, featuring over 700 retailers and a lively atmosphere.

Park & nature
Park & nature4.5

Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park

470 reviews

Scenic riverside park with dramatic cliff faces, walking trails, and panoramic views of the Brisbane River and city skyline.

New Farm Park
Park & nature4.5

New Farm Park

422 reviews

A sprawling riverside park with a fragrant rose garden, playgrounds, and weekend markets, perfect for relaxing or picnicking in Brisbane's inner city.

Museum
Museum4.5

Queensland Maritime Museum

419 reviews

Comprehensive maritime museum on the Brisbane River, featuring historic vessels and naval artifacts.

West End
Neighborhood4.5

West End

416 reviews

Brisbane's West End is a vibrant, bohemian neighborhood known for its eclectic mix of cafes, markets, and multicultural atmosphere along the Brisbane River.

Neighborhood
Neighborhood4.5

New Farm River Walk

333 reviews

A scenic riverside walkway in Brisbane's New Farm neighborhood, popular for jogging, cycling, and enjoying city skyline views.

Museum
Museum4.5

SparkLab, ScienCentre

301 reviews

Interactive science museum in Brisbane where visitors of all ages can experiment with hands-on exhibits and live demonstrations.

Religious site
Religious site4.5

St. John's Anglican Cathedral

235 reviews

St. John's Anglican Cathedral is a historic religious site in Brisbane, known for its stunning architecture and serene atmosphere, ranking among the city's top attractions.

St John's Cathedral (Brisbane)
Religious site4.5

St John's Cathedral (Brisbane)

234 reviews

St John's Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral in Brisbane known for its Gothic Revival architecture and intricate stonework.

Sight
Sight5

My Private Transfers

155 reviews

Top-rated private transfer service in Brisbane offering reliable, comfortable airport and city transportation with professional drivers.

Entertainment
Entertainment5

Psychic Twin Featherz

136 reviews

A top-rated psychic reading service in Brisbane offering personalized spiritual guidance.

Park & nature
Park & nature4.5

River to Bay

111 reviews

A riverside park and nature reserve along the Brisbane River in New Farm, perfect for walking, cycling, and birdwatching.

Customs House
Landmark4.5

Customs House

110 reviews

A historic sandstone building on the Brisbane River, now a cultural events venue.

Market
Market5

Photo Genius

97 reviews

A photography market in Brisbane's South Bank Cultural Centre, offering vintage cameras, prints, and photo services.

Entertainment
Entertainment4

Holey Moley Golf Club Fortitude Valley

95 reviews

A quirky 9-hole mini-golf course with pop-culture themed holes, craft beer, and retro arcade games in Fortitude Valley.

Sight
Sight4.5

The Triffid

94 reviews

The Triffid is a live music venue and beer garden in Brisbane's Newstead neighborhood, known for its industrial-chic vibe.

Sight
Sight4

At Sixes and Sevens

92 reviews

A quirky outdoor art installation and sculpture garden in Brisbane's James Street precinct, blending creativity with urban style.

Market
Market5

City Winery Brisbane

82 reviews

City Winery Brisbane is a vibrant market and winery in Fortitude Valley, offering live music, local wines, and a lively atmosphere.

Entertainment
Entertainment5

Zero Latency VR

77 reviews

A cutting-edge virtual reality experience in Brisbane with immersive multiplayer games and free-roam technology.

Museum
Museum5

Birrunga Gallery

72 reviews

A contemporary art gallery in Brisbane's CBD showcasing Indigenous Australian art and thought-provoking exhibitions.

Howard Smith Wharves
Neighborhood4

Howard Smith Wharves

72 reviews

A vibrant riverside neighborhood in Brisbane with dining, nightlife, and event spaces under the Story Bridge.

Museum
Museum4.5

Commissariat Store Museum

71 reviews

Explore Brisbane's history in a convict-built former commissariat store, now a museum with artifacts and stories from the city's early days.

13cabs
Sight1

13cabs

68 reviews

Taxi service in Brisbane with mixed reviews; book via app or phone.

Sight
Sight5

The Thai Foot Spa

60 reviews

A cozy foot spa in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley offering traditional Thai massage and reflexology in a serene setting.

Market
Market4

James Street

58 reviews

A historic market in Brisbane offering fresh produce, artisan goods, and a lively community atmosphere.

Sight
Sight4

Catchment Brewing Co

47 reviews

Savor craft beers and modern Australian pub fare in a lively West End setting with a spacious beer garden.

Entertainment
Entertainment4.5

Quest Room

43 reviews

Solve puzzles and escape themed rooms at this immersive adventure venue in Spring Hill, Brisbane.

Entertainment
Entertainment4.5

La Boite Theatre

37 reviews

A historic theatre in Brisbane's Kelvin Grove, known for intimate performances and contemporary Australian plays.

Entertainment
Entertainment4

Palace Centro Cinemas

35 reviews

A boutique cinema in Brisbane's James Street precinct, showcasing independent films, foreign movies, and classic revivals in a stylish setting.

Sight
Sight3.5

New Farm Bowls Club

32 reviews

Enjoy a relaxed afternoon at New Farm Bowls Club in Brisbane, a historic lawn bowls venue with a friendly atmosphere and riverside views.

Victoria Bridge Abutment
Landmark4

Victoria Bridge Abutment

32 reviews

Historic stone bridge abutment on the Brisbane River, a remnant of Queensland's colonial engineering heritage.

Sight
Sight4.5

Bar Alto

29 reviews

A rooftop bar at Brisbane Powerhouse with panoramic river views, craft cocktails, and a lively atmosphere.

Sight
Sight3.5

Blue Basement Cafe

28 reviews

A cozy cafe in South Brisbane known for its relaxed atmosphere and live music performances.

Nepalese Peace Pagoda
Religious site4.2

Nepalese Peace Pagoda

27 reviews

Nepalese Peace Pagoda is a serene Buddhist stupa built for World Expo 88, now a peaceful retreat in the city.

Jubilee Hotel
Sight3

Jubilee Hotel

24 reviews

A historic pub and hotel in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley, known for its live music and laid-back atmosphere.

Market
Market4.5

The Golden Pig Cooking School

23 reviews

Learn to cook authentic Thai dishes at a hands-on cooking school in Brisbane, starting with a guided market tour to select fresh ingredients.

Religious site
Religious site4

Anglican All Saints Church

22 reviews

A historic Anglican church in Spring Hill known for its beautiful stained glass and peaceful atmosphere.

Museum
Museum4.5

Miegunyah House Museum

22 reviews

A historic house museum in Brisbane, showcasing the lifestyle of a wealthy 19th-century family with original furnishings and gardens.

Sight
Sight2.5

Birdees

18 reviews

A bar and entertainment venue in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, known for its lively atmosphere and events.

Park & nature
Park & nature4

Street's Beach

17 reviews

A small urban park in Brisbane offering a quiet escape along the river, with shady trees and a relaxed atmosphere.

Entertainment
Entertainment4

Laruche

17 reviews

A vibrant entertainment venue in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, known for its eclectic events and lively atmosphere.

Old Museum Building
Entertainment3.5

Old Museum Building

15 reviews

A historic building in Brisbane's Bowen Hills hosting events, exhibitions, and cultural activities.