6 Must Do's In Brisbane For A City Getaway
The great thing about the city of Brisbane is that there is so much to see and do
, within such a close radius. So once you have looked at all of the hotels and
apartments Brisbane has to offer and are ready for your city getaway, take a look at our list of must do's while staying in Brisbane. We're sure they'll be a few things you won't want to miss.
Theatre and Art
Brisbane has some wonderful places for art lovers to visit. Whether it's visual or performing arts, you'll want to check out what's on at some of Brisbane's best galleries and venues. The Queensland Art Gallery, Gallery of Modern Art, is one of Australia's biggest and best art galleries and one of the cities must' visits.
The Brisbane Powerhouse, Museum and Science Centre and Performing Arts Centre are also places you will want to look at online prior to your visit to see what events/exhibitions will be on while you're in Brisbane.
Shopping
Brisbane has some great shopping spots. The markets in Southbank, Riverside and West End offer many unique items. For a more boutique experience you should visit Milton and the Valley and to hit the shops indoors visit the lovely Queens Street Mall, Queens Plaza and Wintergarden.
Dining and nightlife
Fortitude Valley and Eagle Street offers some of the best entertainment and dining Brisbane has to offer. For an exciting, extravagant evening, why not visit the Conrad Treasury Casino?
Sports and events
There are some great venues to check out sporting events when holidaying in Brisbane. Once again it always pays to look at the venues websites to see what events are on so you can plan in advance. Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium, Convention Centre, RNA Showground and Entertainment centre are all worth a look at.
City Breaks
There are some great places that are just a stroll from your
serviced apartments if you are staying in the heart of Brisbane. The ANZAC Square War Memorial and the Brisbane Botanic Gardens are two places you can check out while on holidays which are free to visit.
For the more adventurous type, there is also kayaking, hot air ballooning, skydiving and abseiling to cram in. Not to mention the Alma Park Zoo which is a must day out for the family and animal lovers alike.
Gateway to the Coasts & Regions
Brisbane is so close to so many great places you can take a day trip to, including the beautiful Byron bay. A 1.5 hour drive will get you to the Sunshine Coast, Australia Zoo and the much loved Ginger factory. Less than an hour drive away is the Gold Coast and Australia's favourite theme parks such as Movieworld, Sea World and Wet n Wild. Great day drives the whole family will enjoy.
Brisbane has some wonderful things to see and do. Whether you are staying a week or just a weekend, with so much to see, it's worth taking the time to plan your visit so you don't miss out on the key memorable Brisbane tourist sites and that you enjoy your getaway to the fullest.
by: Robert Whittingham
6 Must Do's in Brisbane for a City Getaway