Things to Do in Brisbane
Plan your days in Brisbane, your way
Brisbane suits the traveler who wants a bit of everything, and it never asks you to choose too hard.
Ride the free CityHopper ferry along the river and let the city introduce itself from the water.
Morning at South Bank: a swim at Streets Beach, a flat white, a slow walk under the bougainvillea arbour.
Lunch at Howard Smith Wharves, where the Story Bridge towers over your table.
Browse the galleries at QAGOMA for an hour, no pressure to see it all.
Wander Paddington's cottage-lined antique streets when the afternoon cools.
Take the CityCat to New Farm Park as locals spread picnic rugs under the jacarandas.
Head up Mount Coot-tha for the wide, easy sunset over the whole city.
Dinner in Fortitude Valley, then a riverside stroll back under the lights.
It's a city that rewards the unplanned day better than most.
Top attractions and places to eat in Brisbane
Queen Street Mall
A pedestrian shopping precinct in Brisbane's city center lined with retail stores, cafes and street performers. Travelers visit for shopping and the bustling central-city atmosphere.
attraction · 4.4 rating
Breakfast Creek Hotel
A historic Brisbane pub famous for its steaks and heritage architecture dating to the 1880s. Travelers go for classic Australian pub dining and a piece of local history.
bar · 4.2 rating
Brisbane Powerhouse
A former power station on the Brisbane River converted into a contemporary arts and cultural center hosting theatre, comedy, music and exhibitions. Travelers go for its performances, riverside setting and dining.
attraction · 4.6 rating
Julius Pizzeria
A riverside Italian pizzeria near South Bank known for wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas and a buzzing dining room.
restaurant · 4.6 rating
The Spaghetti House
The Spaghetti House is a casual Italian eatery in Brisbane focused on pasta dishes. Travelers come for comforting, affordable Italian fare.
restaurant · 4.1 rating
GRECA
A modern Greek restaurant and bar on Brisbane's riverside serving char-grilled seafood, meze and Mediterranean plates in a lively waterfront setting.
restaurant · 4.6 rating
POPOLO
POPOLO is a modern Italian restaurant and bar at Brisbane's Howard Smith Wharves, known for pizza, pasta and river views. Travelers come for stylish Italian dining in a scenic riverside setting.
bar · 4.3 rating
Felix For Goodness
A wholesome inner-city Brisbane cafe focused on fresh, plant-forward brunch dishes. Travelers visit for healthy casual daytime eating.
cafe · 4.4 rating
OTTO Ristorante
An upscale Italian restaurant on Brisbane's riverside serving refined regional Italian cuisine with waterfront views.
restaurant · 4.2 rating
Hellenika at The Calile
A stylish modern Greek restaurant located at The Calile Hotel on James Street, known for its seafood, shared plates and vibrant atmosphere. Travelers visit for elevated Mediterranean dining in a fashionable setting.
restaurant · 4.2 rating
Streets Beach
A man-made inner-city lagoon beach in Brisbane's South Bank Parklands with sandy shores and lifeguard-patrolled swimming. Travelers go to swim and relax with skyline views year-round.
attraction · 4.7 rating
Stanley Restaurant
Stanley is a Cantonese and modern Chinese restaurant at Brisbane's Howard Smith Wharves offering dim sum and riverside dining. Travelers come for upscale Chinese cuisine with river views.
restaurant · 4.3 rating
Agnes Restaurant
A celebrated Brisbane fine-dining restaurant where nearly everything is cooked over live wood fire. Travelers go for an acclaimed, wood-fired tasting experience.
restaurant · 4.6 rating
Sage Yellowfin Southbank
Sage Yellowfin is a waterfront restaurant at Brisbane's South Bank specialising in seafood and modern Australian dishes. Travelers come for seafood dining beside the river.
bar · 4.2 rating
The Gunshop Cafe
The Gunshop Cafe is a well-established brunch cafe in Brisbane's West End serving all-day breakfast and modern Australian fare. Travelers come for a laid-back brunch in a converted heritage building.
cafe · 4.3 rating