Brisbane Attractions

In addition to its major galleries and museums Brisbane has a host of attractions. For a taste of Australiana Australia's native fauna is a feature of wildlife parks at several locations around Brisbane and the region. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary at Fig Tree Pocket is the world's largest koala sanctuary.

The riverside garden setting is also home to a large community of kangaroos, wallabies, emus, wombats and native birds. A great spot to visit very close the Brisbane city.

Brisbane city's best lookout is at Mt Coot-tha with expansive views over all of Brisbane and out to Moreton Bay. The lookout complex includes viewing terraces, a cafe, gift shop and restaurant.

Brisbane's riverside walks are an ideal way to get to know the city. On the South Bank, walks and cycle paths extend from under the Story Bridge, along the riverbank with picnic huts and sculpture gardens dotting the trail to the South Bank Precinct.

Kangaroo Point cliffs and Wilson's Outlook at New Farm both have good views of the Brisbane city skyline and bridges: or head for Mt Glorious and Mt Nebo for the city and coastline. Also at Mt Glorious on the western side is a lookout over the D'Aguilar Ranges and Lake Wivenhoe.

The extensive Botanic Gardens at the foot of Mount Coot-tha has beautiful garden walks and several themed garden areas. An excellent location for a stroll in a beautifully maintained garden environment.