Brisbane

Life in Queensland‘s capital revolves around the Brisbane River. Within close proximity of the river, you can, for example, sit down with a cold drink at Howard Smith Wharves, check out the art at Queensland Cultural Centre or cuddle with, arguably, Australia’s cutest animal at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.

There’s even the man-made Streets Beach that lets you cool off right next to the Brisbane River. But for an authentic beach stay, turn your attention to the nearby Sunshine Coast or Gold Coast.

Where to stay in Brisbane

When looking for where to stay in Brisbane, you quickly realize why it's called the "River City". Brisbane's hottest suburbs all hug the meandering Brisbane River, and some…

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When to visit Brisbane

Go to Brisbane exactly when it suits you: This sun-kissed city has a highly enviable subtropical climate, with winter days in the lower 20s and summer days in…

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12 best things to do in Brisbane

Hopping from sight to sight along the Brisbane River is sightseeing at its finest. Tick off the best things to do in Brisbane, and you'll soon find yourself…

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