The hottest months of the year in Brisbane is a vacationers paradise for the many
water sport activities this holiday destination hot spot has to offer. Brisbane beaches play host to the many water sports such as surfing, snorkeling, swimming and wading. There is literally something that everyone will enjoy. However, the cooler months have their own special activities to offer visitors.
If you happen to reside in an area where it is cold when Christmas is celebrated, you know the magic of snow at this time. The brutality of the cold temps can be less than comfortable. Brisbane's Christmas weather is ideal for enjoying the festive atmosphere with weather that makes this holiday a treat to enjoy. The city gets to dress up as well as invite you into the many great shoppes and special musical programs. Carolers will sound out this joyous time of the year.
Keeping the kids cool and out of the blistering heat is easy during the cool days. There is a flurry of activities that most kids enjoy to the max such as skating parks and rock climbing; or trails that give hiking and biking that extra adventure to keep them moving. For the less active kids, the wonderful zoos will play the educational and entertaining host at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, where you are encouraged to meet and greet some fluffy adorable creatures.
The hiking novice will attest to the specular mountain views Brisbane has to offer, but that's not all. Rain forests and breathtaking waterfalls are the perfect backdrop to show the native reptiles and their habitat. The cooler weather makes this the perfect hiking paradise and a great place to vacation.
Inside the lovely city there is a lot of art to enjoy from the high end galleries and museums to small storefront independent galleries and shops. Taking some time to stroll through some of the darling boutiques and outdoor malls is really nice during cool months. You can really enjoy the pretty street shopping and outdoor cafes without getting overheated.