The notebook of Brisbane
Make every street a new trail.
Discover Brisbane along its river, through urban gardens, museums and views from Mount Coot-tha.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 4 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn
Possible without car depending on area
City · River · Heritage
Variable accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Brisbane
Discover Brisbane along its river, through urban gardens, museums and views from Mount Coot-tha.
Check access, bookings and permissions with the site before visiting.
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QAG and GOMA occupy separate buildings; check exhibitions rather than assuming one ticket covers every event.
Suggested months for this itinerary: March to May ; June to August ; September to November. Indicative recommendation; check weather and openings before departure.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- South Bank Parklands
- Mount Coot-tha Lookout
- Queensland Art Gallery
- Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
Before you choose
- Check access, bookings and permissions with the site before visiting.
- QAG and GOMA occupy separate buildings; check exhibitions rather than assuming one ticket covers every event.
- Suggested months for this itinerary: March to May ; June to August ; September to November. Indicative recommendation; check weather and openings before departure.
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Garden
South Bank Parklands
Follow the river through gardens, promenades and leisure spaces facing central Brisbane’s skyline.
Viewpoint
Mount Coot-tha Lookout
This lookout reveals Brisbane and its river bends; choose a clear day for the view.
Museum
Queensland Art Gallery
Explore art collections at Queensland Cultural Centre; distinguish QAG from the neighbouring GOMA building.
Botanic garden
Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
Beside the river, this historic garden combines large trees, lawns and tropical plantings in central Brisbane. A walk links nature with the city’s heritage.
Practical tips
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