Local Attractions
You know you've arrived in Brisbane once you catch a glimpse of the iconic Story Bridge as a CityCat glides underneath, creating glistening ripples in the winding Brisbane River. The city's most recognisable natural landmark takes centre stage and is lined with Brisbane's finest alfresco restaurants and sophisticated bars, offering unmasked views and complimenting the city's celebrated outdoor lifestyle.
If you can tear yourself away from the cool riverside breezes, you'll find yourself in the bustling Queen Street Mall, the shopping strip famous for its 700 plus specialty stores, free live entertainment, restaurants, cafes and bars.
Attractions
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Amusement and Theme Parks (1)
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Flight Experience Brisbane At Flight Experience Brisbane you be the pilot!
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Dining and Eating Out (23)
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Anouk Cafe An instant institution, Anouk opened to a full house for breakfast in February 2007 and continues to delight with an ever changing seasonal menu of food we like to eat.
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Augustines On George Augustine's on George cater for intimate dining, corporate and private functions, small romantic weddings as well as outside catering. Private room is available for 16 to 100 people. After 25 years, staff have mastered the perfect mix of one-on-one service with a mouth-watering menu, coupled with the blissful ambience of the surroundings.
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Avid Reader Bookshop Avid Reader Bookshop and Café is one of Australia’s leading independent bookshops. It’s known for its diverse selection of books, compact discs and DVDs. The staff members are passionate about books and many are published authors. The combination of great books, excellent coffee and freshly baked muffins or tarts makes a visit to Avid a must for any visitor to Brisbane. With a continuous events program of local, national and international authors there is always something happening at Avid Reader Bookshop and Café.
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Bavarian Bier Cafe Eagle Street Pier, Brisbane Bavarian Bier Cafe Eagle Street Pier are perfectly positioned on the Brisbane waterfront. By uniting the fabulous setting with a striking interior that caters to groups of all sizes, Eagle Street Pier is destined to become a local hotspot for corporate lunches, after-work drinks, celebratory events and weekend fun. You'll find all of your favourite Bavarian-style dishes on the menu, as well as an extensive range of Pure Biers, schnapps and wine. Be sure to take advantage of the All Day Menu, which runs until 10.00 p.m. each night.
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Cru Bar and Cellar Cru Bar and Cellar, situated in the James Street precinct, brings to Brisbane a little bit of Europe and a lot of Queensland style. The antique Baccarat chandelier from Paris forms the centrepiece of the wine bar, flanked by the mesmerising glow of the solid onyx bar top.
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Cyprus House The Cyprus House, situated in West End is an iconic cafe that would like to invite guests to try, taste and be tempted into what has become locally known for Brisbane’s' best Greek cuisine. The Cyprus House offers an abundant array and selection of modern mezethes to handcrafted traditional Greek sweets. The Cypriot Souvla experience is the one and only of its kind available in Brisbane. Be amazed, be prepared.
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dell'Ugo Go into this Brisbane Italian Restaurant and enjoy a genuine fine Italian dining delivered by people who live and breath Italian cuisine. At dell’Ugo Southbank they use the finest quality and freshest ingredients available. They source organic produce wherever possible to bring you the very best flavours from Italy to your very front door - Southbank Brisbane.
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Eagle Street Pier Eagle Street Pier is an iconic waterfront precinct with world-class dining options and unrivalled views of the Brisbane River and Story Bridge. The Pier is well known for its award winning restaurants, including Matt Moran's ARIA, Il Centro, Cha Cha Char and Saké. More casual dining spots include Jude, The Coffee Club, Shingle Inn Café, gourmet burger restaurant Grill'd, sushi restaurant Nagomi and pizza and espresso bar Stellarossa.
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Kookaburra River Queens Enjoy a cruise along the Brisbane River aboard authentic paddlewheelers, and icons of the Brisbane River, the majestic Kookaburra River Queens. Made entirely of Australian timbers and based on the Mississippi originals, be taken back to a by-gone era while cruising the inner-reaches of the Brisbane River.
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Moda Restaurant Moda Restaurant is an elegant oasis in the heart of Brisbane’s Central Business District. Discover contemporary, culturally inspired cuisine, welcoming service and a divine wine selection all within a relaxed, intimate atmosphere. With Javier Codina, Chef de Cuisine at the helm of a dynamic and dedicated team, they are ready to reignite Brisbane’s love of innovative food, wine and service.
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Moo Moo The Wine Bar and Grill At The Port Office Moo Moo The Wine Bar and Grill At The Port Office is Brisbane's hottest new restaurant and cocktail lounge. Located in the historic Port Office Building off the Stamford Plaza, this iconic restaurant is a must see destination. From the owners of the multiple award winning Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill At Broadbeach On The Park, Gold Coast, Moo Moo breaks down the barriers of a normal steakhouse by losing the overtly masculine vibe that has long been a trademark of its genre.
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Pane e Vino Pane e Vino, simple in its layout and presentation, has deliberately set out to provide Brisbane with a distinctively unpretentious meeting place that provides good food and excellent service.
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Piaf Bar and Bistro Piaf Bar and Bistro is a French inspired restaurant in the heart of Southbank. With a chic and casual dining experience in mind, it's a great place to meet a friend for a wine and cheese or an intimate dinner with loved ones. Open seven days for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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South Bank Lifestyle Market The South Bank Lifestyle Market is a hive of activity and a must-see experience in Brisbane. Every Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday, the South Bank Lifestyle Market features an exciting range of arts, crafts, homewares, collectables, exotic items, designer fashion and much more. The markets are an ideal way to find a unique gift, or simply stroll through and enjoy the atmosphere.
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South Bank Surf Club Television presenter, author and Executive Chef Ben O’Donoghue may have travelled the world cooking for rock-stars, celebrities and a whole host of other identities, but when it came to the philosophy behind his very own restaurant, he wanted to keep the emphasis on a relaxed and welcoming setting with great food and a terrific atmosphere.
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Tank Restaurant and Bar Tank was conceived by restaurateur Genny Nielson and renowned chef Alastair McLeod and is located in North Quarter Lane on the ground floor of Santos Place, Australia’s first six star office building. The design is by architects Donavan Hill. With clean lines and use of sustainable materials such as Orazia Gold marble and Spotted Gum timber it shows an understated elegance and timelessness, a quiet haven away from the hustle of the corporate world during the day or cutting edge restaurant with a bustling bar by night. In creating the menu at Tank, Alastair blends his passion for local seasonal produce with the sensibilities of restraint, purity and balance of flavours synonymous to Japan. It reflects Brisbane’s contemporary sub-tropical lifestyle and provides a unique dining experience in the heart of Brisbane's emerging North Quarter precinct.
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The Euro The Euro is a European inspired brasserie. Less formal than Urbane, The Euro delivers classical and relaxed dining with comprehensive range of hot and cold entrees, meat and fish mains, pasta, charcutiere and share plates. Occupying a long narrow space with natural lighting and divided by a bar clad in black zinc which will develop a copper-like patina over time, The Euro offers two separate dining spaces, as well as informal dining at the bar and lounge areas. Seating capacity 65 people - groups are welcome.
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The Fishmongers Wife Awarded Crisco Australia's Best Fish 'n' Chips Shop, The Fishmonger's Wife opened for business on 19 June 2002 and since then has provided high quality gourmet seafood and salads, seasoned and marinated in a variety of international flavours.
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The Laneway The Laneway occupies an elevated space behind The Euro and is a unique casual bar and dining venue within the heart of the Brisbane Central Business District.
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The Plough Inn Steakhouse The Plough Inn Steakhouse is a traditional Steakhouse offering only the best brands available with a large range of cuts and styles.
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The Sardine Tin The Sardine Tine is open seven days, and is a corner of the world to meet with friends, enjoy an ever changing European inspired Tapas Menu and watch life pass by. It is a quaint venue with 'tin' seating. Indulge in a cheese tasting plate with family, a Charcuterie plate served w' cornichons and baguette or treat yourself to a Creme Catalana.
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Tosakan Thai Restaurant If you are looking online for authentic Thai food whether it's to dine in or takeaway then look no further then Chermside's latest and best Thai restaurant, Tosakan Thai Restaurant in Chermside, Queensland. Tosakan Thai Restaurant has been growing rapidly in popularity amongst Chermside locals as one of the best Thai food restaurant experiences in Brisbane's Northside.
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Urbane Restaurant Multi-award-winning restaurant Urbane offers a high-quality, fine dining experience. The pared back, chic interior design of Urbane creates the perfect setting for Executive Chef Kym Machin's intricate and carefully crafted food. The cuisine style is based on both European and Asian traditions. Urbane is renowned for its degustation menu, perfectly matched with wines. Their sommelier sources wines that give the customers the opportunity to try something unique and wines that they would not be able to find themselves.
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Entertainment (4)
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Brisbane Convention And Exhibition Centre The Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre is Australia’s most awarded venue and has been officially ranked among the world’s top three convention centres on three separate occasions.
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Queensland Performing Arts Centre The Queensland Performing Arts Centre hosts world class entertainment in the Concert Hall, Lyric Theatre, Cremorne Theatre and Optus Playhouse. It's the second home to the state's leading performing arts companies – Queensland Theatre Company, Queensland Ballet, Queensland Orchestra and Opera Queensland.
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Roma Street Parkland This oasis in the heart of Brisbane is a must see destination. With spectacular subtropical plant displays, sweeping vistas and unique artwork, Roma Street Parkland is the perfect place to go exploring - and it's only a short walk from Brisbane's Queen Street Mall.
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State Library of Queensland The State Library of Queensland is Australia's leading library of Queensland's documentary heritage, major reference and research collections, and an advocate of and partner with public libraries across Queensland.
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Farming, Food and Produce (3)
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Jocelyns Provisions Jocelyn's Provisions is the pre-eminent destination for quality cakes, patisserie and fine ingredients for the home cook or professional. With a nationwide reputation this Brisbane institution is renowned for its skilful staff, quality ingredients, attention to detail and the ability to fulfill the most ambitious requests with taste and style.
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South Bank Where Brisbane comes to celebrate art, fashion, music and our unique outdoor lifestyle.
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The Crosstown Eating House The Crosstown Eating House is a restaurant and drinks lounge housed in a 1920s two-storey brick building in the antique strip of Logan Road, Woolloongabba. The first floor houses a boisterous eating house that serves the best selection of shared starters and bistro style mains; our philosophy, simple food cooked well.
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Galleries, Museums and Collections (20)
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Anzac Square War Memorial The Anzac Square War Memorial is uniquely and ideally set in peaceful surrounds amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. Centrally located, Anzac Square is dedicated to Australia's military heritage. The Shrine of Remembrance, with its Eternal Flame, forms the focal point for the radially patterned pathways, pools, lawns and Bribie Island Pine Bottle trees.
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Behind the Scenes Tours Delve into the mysterious unseen world of the Museum's collection stores with their expert tour guides. The Museum is like an iceberg - only a small part of their huge collection is on display. Join them for a unique chance to see their priceless collections up close and learn more about how they store and look after these precious objects and specimens.
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Energex Playasaurus Place ENERGEX Playasaurus Place is a fun hands-on space to explore energy in your world. We use energy to move, to work and to play. We plug in appliances at home and eat food to get energy for our bodies. We even talk about energy; how to reduce how much we use and how to make energy cost less.
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Little Jane St Little Jane St is a boutique stationery shop nestled within a small Brisbane laneway amongst fabulous food, fashion and entertainment.
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MacArthur Museum Officially opened in August 2004, on the 59th anniversary of the end of war in the pacific, the MacArthur Museum Brisbane, is, some say, as significant to Australia as London's Cabinet War Rooms are to Britain.
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Mercy Heritage Centre Step into the atmospheric Mercy Heritage Centre and explore the life and work of the Sisters of Mercy in one of Brisbane’s oldest surviving buildings. The core of the building ‘Adderton’ was built in 1858 by John Petrie.
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Milani Gallery Milani Gallery specialises in contemporary Australian art with a focus on supporting Queensland artists. Experimental Queensland artists such as Ross Manning and Sandra Selig are represented by the gallery, along with senior Australian painters including Richard Bell, Gordon Bennett, Gareth Samson and Jon Cattapan. The gallery has been operating in its current form since 2007. Milani Gallery is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 11.00a.m. to 6.00p.m.
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Museum Of Brisbane The Museum of Brisbane has become a place to contemplate contemporary culture, heritage and humankind - especially as it relates to Brisbane and our social history. It features exhibitions by local and international artists, writers as well as a gift store where you can watch the resident artists through a glass window as they make their artifacts.
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Nook Nook is an eclectic mix of independently designed, hand crafted and quirky creations by both local and overseas artists. Discover a unique selection of homewares, accessories and stationery.
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Old Government House Old Government House is recognised as one of Queensland's most important heritage sites. The building recently underwent a AUD15 million restoration and is now open to the public as a House museum. Visit the house (admission is free) to get an insight into colonial life in the early days of Queensland. Old Government House is also home to the William Robinson Gallery. Located on the first level the Gallery and study centre honours the life and work of this distinguished Queensland artist. Tours of Old Government House and the William Robinson Gallery are run regularly.
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Opal Jewellery Opal Jewellery showroom, when you want something a little bit different come and visit them. They have a wonderful opal display where people can come and learn all about Queensland opal. There is much interesting information that one of their friendly staff would love to share with you.
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Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art Experience Australian and international art in its many forms at Brisbane’s Queensland Art Gallery and new Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA). The architecturally acclaimed buildings are located at South Bank overlooking the Brisbane River and the city.
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Queensland Maritime Museum The Queensland Maritime Museum presents the stories and history of the maritime industry in Queensland. The museum features the warship Diamantina, the 1925 steam tug Forceful, the South Brisbane Dry Dock, and a large collection of exhibits. Visitors can climb aboard and explore a decommissioned Navy frigate or take one of the regular river-bay trips offered by the SS Forceful.
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Queensland Museum South Bank What is the story of Queensland? From its people to its natural environment, Queensland Museum explores the cultural, geological and biological history of the state and holds in trust a collection of natural and cultural specimens and objects that tell our unique story.
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Queensland Performing Arts Centre Museum The Queensland Performing Arts Centre Museum, in the heart of Brisbane's Cultural Centre, offers a back-stage insight into the achievements of some of Queensland and Australia's most influential performing artists. They provide access to the collection through exhibitions and research facilities. The collection consists of costumes, photographs, programs and artefacts. A changing program of exhibitions is presented.
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Queensland Police Museum Located at Police Headquarters, the Queensland Police Museum details some of the city's most notorious crimes.
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Sciencentre The Sciencentre offers an exciting, interactive and experience-rich environment that is contemporary, user-friendly and inspiring for all ages. There are no visitors at the Sciencentre - everyone is a participant. Almost a hundred interactive, hands-on exhibits and programs show science in our everyday lives – a great day out for families!
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St Johns Cathedral St John's Anglican Cathedral is a true example of 19th century Gothic-Revival architecture, designed in 1888 by John Loughborough Pearson. The first two stages, 1906 to 1910 and 1964 to 1968, have created a superb gothic interior with a forest of elegant sandstone columns and arches supporting the only stone vaulted ceiling in Australia.
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Tony Gould Gallery The Tony Gould Gallery offers an insight into Brisbane's theatrical history, providing entertaining, theatrically-designed exhibitions curated by the Queensland Performing Arts Centre Museum.
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Victoria Barracks Museum The Victoria Barracks Museum collection includes weapons which saw service in Australian, Allied and enemy forces between 1899 and 1972.
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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations (9)
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Brisbane City Hall The essential work to conserve and restore Brisbane's historic City Hall is underway. From January 2010, City Hall closed for three years for urgent repair and upgrade.
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City Botanic Gardens The City Botanic Gardens are the city's oldest park, originally planted by convicts in 1825 with food crops to feed the prison colony. These gardens include ancient trees, rainforest glades and exotic species. They run the full length of Alice Street, bordered by Parliament House on the one side and the Brisbane River's northern banks on the other. They provide a lush green haven for city workers and visitors.
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Commissariat Stores Built by convicts in 1829, the Commissariat Store is one of the oldest buildings in Brisbane and today houses a museum where you can explore many interesting artefacts and Brisbane memorabilia.
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Freemasons Ann Street Memorial Centre With its foundation stone laid on Anzac Day, 25 April, 1928, and built from local materials, the Freemasons Ann Street Memorial Centre is the headquarters of the craft in Queensland and a masonic memorial to those who gave their lives in the World Wars.
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Musgrave Park Cultural Centre This area known as Musgrave Park was, and continues to be, a meeting place for a number of Indigenous groups of South East Queensland, offering a neutral site for holding feasts, ceremonies and the resolution of disputes.
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Parliament House A visit to Queensland Parliament House allows you to experience the grandeur of Queensland's first and foremost public building. Built in 1868, the beautifully restored interior showcases Queensland's history, as shaped by the governments and laws that have been made in the Parliament.
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Queen Adelaide Building Located opposite The Myer Centre at the George Street end of the Queen Street Mall, the Queen Adelaide Building has a distinctly sporty flavour.
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St Stephens Catholic Cathedral St Stephens Catholic Cathedral in Brisbane city is a 19th Century, neo-Gothic building with a modern extension built in 1989. The cathedral houses striking sculptures and a memorable collection of nineteenth century stained glass windows from Germany, France, England and Ireland. The neighbouring Pugin Chapel was Queensland's first church and was built in 1850.
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The Wheel of Brisbane The Wheel of Brisbane offers a spectacular 360 degree panoramic view of Brisbane City from the heart of Brisbane's cultural, lifestyle and entertainment precinct, The Parklands, South Bank. Unrivalled for its view, a ride on the Wheel of Brisbane is an uplifting experience that will take you almost 60 metres above the ground in the safety and comfort of a fully enclosed air conditioned capsule.
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Landmarks and Buildings (1)
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Goodwill Bridge The Goodwill Bridge is a dedicated footbridge which links the Brisbane River's north and south banks, connecting South Bank with the city at Gardens Point.
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Mining and Industry (1)
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Quilpie Opals (Brisbane) Quilpie Opals is Queensland's premier Opal specialist founded in 1969 in the outback mining township of Quilpie, Central Queensland. They are an Australian owned and operated family.
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Natural Attractions (4)
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"The Aarhus" Dive Site North of Moreton Island lies a 50 metre iron barque which sank in 1894 after a 122 day sail from New York, carrying a cargo of kerosene, glassware, wire bails and alarm clocks. Timber artifacts under the sand have been preserved from being drenched in kerosene. The Aarhus is considered one of Australias first major marine oil spills!
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Adopt a Koala Koalas in the wild need your help. They are mainly under threat from habitat loss and by joining the Adopt a Koala Programme you can help ensure these beautiful animals are here to stay.
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Colmslie Beach Reserve On the banks of the Brisbane River, the Colmslie Beach Reserve is a great children's playground with the Octopus Garden, barbecues, shelter picnic area and sandy beach.
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Summit Track Mt Coot-tha Forest is Brisbane’s largest natural area, with more than 1500 hectares of open forest. It forms the south-eastern boundary of Brisbane Forest Park.
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Shopping (7)
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Chasing Bow Drawing inspiration from the concept of ‘chasing rainbows’ the philosophy of Chasing Bow is to create a boutique wardrobe in a super friendly environment where women can come and play, swoon, dress up and find that completely perfect outfit that makes them feel absolutely amazing, of course!
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chelsea de luca Chelsea De Luca is fast becoming one of Australia's most celebrated jewellery designers. Her flagship boutique is filled with glamorous and unique hand crafted costume jewellery that evokes old world Hollywood glamour with a twist. Beyonce, Eva Mendes, Kylie and Dannii Minogue and Elle MacPherson can be spotted donning Chelsea De Luca pieces. Designed for confident women who appreciate something a little bit special
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Elizabeth Arcade Elizabeth Street has long been the place to find Brisbane’s up-and-coming fashion designers with its shining star Elizabeth Arcade. Home to local designer Dogstar, cosmetic giant Napoleon and numerous boutiques stocking both local and international designer labels. Must-shops at the arcade are Garnsis, Little Lace and Violent Green.
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Libertine Parfumerie Libertine Parfumerie is Australia’s most exquisite fragrance emporium, featuring the world’s finest perfumes, home fragrance, bath and body products, and skin care. Libertine Parfumerie is affiliated with international fragrance doyen and Fragrances of the World founder, Michael Edwards, and houses some of the most coveted and hard to find perfumes from around the world.
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Queen Street Mall This vibrant shopping and lifestyle precinct lies at the heart of Brisbane City and is arguably Australia’s most successful pedestrian mall, playing host to over 26 million visitors a year.
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QueensPlaza QueensPlaza, located in the city centre, is the leading premium fashion destination in Brisbane. QueensPlaza offers an unrivalled retail mix including international brands Bally, Tiffany & Co. and MaxMara – and leading national brands including Leona Edmiston, Zimmermann and Mimco.
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The Riverside at the Pier Markets Riverside Markets situated at The Pier, Waterfront Place is an integral part of Brisbane Tourism for 25 years. It has Arts and Crafts and many interesting stalls to appeal to all tastes. There is free live entertainment, delicious snacks and is surrounded by exciting eateries on the River. It is a must for tourists and Brisbane locals alike.
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Sports and Recreation Facilities (1)
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Aquativity Aquativity is currently recovering from the recent flooding in Queensland and should be back in business soon.
Events
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Exhibitions and Shows (10)
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Brisbane Fitness and Health Expo The Brisbane Fitness and Health Expo is a one-stop-shop for anyone looking to improve their health, fitness and general well-being. A range of innovative health and fitness solutions will be on display, along with products and information from leading brands in the industry.
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Build it! Steam Train Put yourself in the boots of past workers of the Ipswich Railway Workshops and journey aboard the steam train as it travels from Roma Street to The Workshops Rail Museum, before enjoying all the hands-on fun of the Build it! event. Entry to The Workshops Rail Museum and return transport by bus is included. Bookings are essential.
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Circus Steam Train Imagine being one of the circus folk travelling to the next destination as you ride aboard a heritage steam train from Roma Street station to The Workshops Rail Museum, to enjoy the Circus Train event. Tickets include return transport to Roma Street station by bus and entry to the Museum.
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Contemporary Australia: Women Contemporary Australia: Women celebrates the diversity, energy and innovation in work by contemporary Australian women artists.
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From Little Things Big Things Grow The fight for Indigenous civil rights from 1920 to 1970 is the subject of this moving and powerful exhibition.
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Modern Woman Modern Woman, an exhibition of drawings from the Musée d'Orsay, Paris, by renowned French artists of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century, will be showing exclusively at QAG.
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Mummy: Secrets of the Tomb This exhibition is exclusive to Brisbane!
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Rivergate International Boat Show Fresh experiences, fresh adventures and a fresh approach is what Brisbane is all about!
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Steam Train Sunday Enjoy a one hour trip through Brisbane as you travel in old-world style. Travel aboard beautifully crafted carriages pulled by a powerful steam locomotive. Arrive for your journey early and see the engine up close, being prepared for the trip. Pass through 20 stations and two river crossing on your journey that departs from Roma Street station. Don't forget to wave to onlookers!
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Whodunit? A body, a break-in, mysterious fingerprints and a missing white rhino.... Can you solve the crime?
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Festivals and Celebrations (4)
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Anywhere Theatre Festival The Anywhere Theatre Festival is a brand spanking new Brisbane festival you'll find anywhere but traditional theatre. Parks, garages, houses, public toilets, vacant blocks and Skype and Twitter. Anywhere but a traditional theatre.
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Brisbane French Festival Be in France for a day. Immerse yourself in French music, cuisine, wine, culture, entertainment, products and services to celebrate Bastille Day.
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Caxton Street Seafood and Wine Festival 2012 Welcome to a Queensland tradition - The Caxton Street Seafood and Wine Festival. After a successful 2011, this year's festival is set to raise the bar even higher with a fantastic selection of seafood, a tantalising array of wines, an incredible line up of performing artists from across the country, and of course over 15,000 of your fun loving family and friends! Located in the heart of Brisbane, Caxton Street delivers a selection of culinary delights and vibrant nights along a precinct that is truly one of Brisbane's historical treasures, adding to a cultural affair that is not long forgotten.
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QPAC's Out of the Box Festival for Children QPAC's Out of the Box Festival for Children is a week of cultural activity crafted to celebrate and support children's learning and foster a love of the performing arts through curiosity, discovery and serious play. It is a time when children take over and reinvent the cultural icons of our city as one great big playground full of fantastic workshops, artworks and activities that celebrate our connection with each other and our world.
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Markets (3)
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Brisbane Irish Festival Clear a space in your diary...the dates have been set for Brisbane’s inaugural Irish Festival, a Gaelic extravaganza. Tipped to be a week to remember, the Brisbane Irish Festival is a must for anyone with even an ounce of Irish Blood. Celebrating Irish culture and heritage, the festival will see a jam packed programme of events taking place across the city. From traditional to contemporary, the festival offers something for all ages.
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BrisStyle indie Twilight Markets "Brisbane's Hottest destination for everything Handmade under the stars" - The BrisStyle indie Twilight Markets in the heart of King George Square offer a distinctive home-grown experience unique to Brisbane. These Friday night markets combine the laid-back attitude of south-east Queensland with the buzz of Brisbane's Central Business District to create a lantern lit celebration of local independent art, craft and design.
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Young Designers Market - South Bank The Young Designers Market at South Bank features cutting edge designs across a range of exciting fashion, jewellery, home design, prints and much more from up to 80 talented new designers. Shopping at the Young Designers Market gives you the opportunity to buy quality new styles from designers who are on their way to international stardom.
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Performances (12)
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Australian Chamber Orchestra - Beethoven 9, Ode to Joy An expanded Australian Chamber Orchestra teams up with one of the finest British choirs and an exceptional line-up of soloists in Beethoven's epic Symphony No.9, Ode to Joy. Richard Tognetti is the Artistic Director and Lead Violin, alongside the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge (Graham Ross Director), Lucy Crowe for Soprano, Fiona Campbell for Mezzo Soprano, Allan Clayton for Tenor, and Matthew Brook for Bass.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra - Danielle de Niese Internationally acclaimed soprano Danielle de Niese makes her Australian professional debut with the Australian Chamber Orchestra performing Mozart's Exsultate Jubilate, Schubert's Death and the Maiden and more. With Richard Tognetti as Artistic Director and Lead Violin, and Danielle de Niese as Soprano - do not miss this one off event.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra - Russian Visions Steven Osborne is guest pianist with the Australian Chamber Orchestra in an entirely Russian program featuring Prokofiev, Shostakovich and Tchaikovsky's Souvenir de Florence.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra - Trout Quintet and Quartet for the End of Time Small in scale but exceptionally musically and emotionally ambitious is the Australian Chamber Orchestra's concert combining Schubert's Trout Quintet and Messiaen's Quartet for the End of Time, with brilliant young Palestinian-Israeli pianist Saleem Abboud Ashkar and clarinettist Paul Dean.
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Fete de la Musique Make music everywhere! Brisbane joins the chorus of the largest international live music event. Originally established in France in 1982, today Fête is held in more than 450 cities across the globe. Hundreds of musical acts - emerging or established, amateur or professional - perform for free in the joyous spirit of Fête de la Musique. With no auditions or critics, Fête de la Musique is accessible to any musician or performer regardless of musical style or ability. Enjoy performances from soloists to orchestras, jazz to hip hop, choirs to rock bands. From bus stops, libraries, street corners and cafes, a Fête celebration could be around any corner in a showcase of the rich talent and diversity in Brisbane.
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Green Jam Sessions Green Jam Sessions return to QPAC's Melbourne Street Green, swinging into action every Friday at dusk for an evening of chilled lounge and smooth jazz.
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Jersey Boys This is the story of how four boys became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!
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Mary Poppins the Musical Disney and Cameron Mackintosh invite you to let your imagination take flight as you step into the magical world of Mary Poppins.
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Opera Australia - A Midsummer Night's Dream Deep in the forest the fairies are stirring. As Benjamin Britten's spell bindingly beautiful score slips seductively over the audience, discover a place where Indian gods, British colonials and rustic clowns collide, collude and sometimes fall in love. A Midsummer Night's Dream is here. Before there was Romeo and Juliet, this was the production that showed the world the boundless imaginations of director Baz Luhrmann and designer Catherine Martin. Inspired by the words of Shakespeare and Britten's magical score, they dreamt up a colour-drenched realm of midsummer magic, and in doing so, created one of Opera Australia's most celebrated productions, ever.
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Opera Australia - The Magic Flute Welcome to a world where animals dance and children fly, where princes battle dragons and hope battles despair. To a world where ideas matter, and music saves the day. Welcome to a magical experience for the whole family in an enchanting new production of Mozart's The Magic Flute. Julie Taymor, director of Disney's The Lion King, has taken Mozart's fairy tale and turned it into a show that, in the spirit of the original, speaks to the child in all of us. A feisty young cast brings this landmark production to Brisbane.
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Portrait of Spain: Masterpieces from the Prado 'Portrait of Spain: Masterpieces from the Prado' will be a magnificent survey of the development of painting in Spain over the course of three centuries, and the first ever collection of work from Madrid's esteemed the Museo Nacional del Prado to visit Australia.
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QPAC International Series: Hamburg In 2012, QPAC's International Series takes on a new dimension showcasing the creative legacy of Germany's historic port city of Hamburg. Making their Australian debut, and marking the first time in more than four decades that the three companies have toured together, the triumvirate of artistic excellence comprises of The Hamburg Ballet, the Hamburg Philharmonic Orchestra and the Hamburg State Opera.
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Sporting Events (2)
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Aussie Nash Hash The Aussie Nash Hash Brisbane 2013 will be held in the Brisbane city area. May is just ideal for exercising and socialising with old and new friends as it is not too hot and sticky, nor cold and wet. They will have some fantastic pre and post lubes including an over 100 run held on Wednesday and a busso lunch on Friday.
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MS Brissie to the Bay Bike Ride Brisbane's biggest charity bike ride is back and promising to be bigger and better than ever before. Last year more than 4,600 riders took part and now YOU are invited to cycle for those living with MS.
Tours
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Full Day (17)
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Australian Whale Watching and Charters Australian Whale Watching and Charters now offers an amazing Australian whale watching experience on the Gold Coast.
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City Sights Hop On Hop Off Tour Discover the historical and cultural sights of Brisbane.
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Coastal Island Safaris North Stradbroke Island, the world’s second largest sand island, lies within easy reach of tourists visiting Brisbane and the coast. It offers Coral Sea beaches of pristine white sand, wildlife and rich forests, wetlands and spring fed lakes. Coastal Island Safaris run day tours of the island.
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Dolphin Wild - Island Cruises Go Wild with Dolphin Wild! Join Dolphin Wild on a cruise of discovery where you will experience the spectacular beauty of Moreton Island and its Marine Park. Moreton Bay is home to a variety of marine animals such as playful dolphins, huge turtles, shy dugongs and the majestic humpback whale which passes through these waters from June to November.
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Food Tour T Food Tour T - creating an appetite for life.
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Great Barrier Reef Day Trip to Lady Elliot Island Lady Elliot is a true coral cay island located at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef. The island is regarded as one of the best snorkelling and diving locations in Australia and is famous for its unspoilt coral reef and amazing array of spectacular marine life! The Great Barrier Reef Day Trip to Lady Elliot Island provides guests with a unique opportunity to explore the reef from the air, a glass bottom boat and the water... all in one day!
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Green Triangle Experiences Pty Ltd Green Triangle Experiences are Brisbane's best value company offering small group day tours! If you want a great day out with a passionate guide to the best that the region has to offer then look no further.
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Hot Air Balloon Brisbane If you've always wanted to go ballooning, for your birthday or to quietly hold hands with your other half, Hot Air Balloon Brisbane can make it happen! Don't miss out, combine a mornings hot air ballooning with a Vineyard champagne breakfast on Brisbane's scenic hinterland. This is a morning to really remember.
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Jump the Beach Brisbane Jump the Beach Brisbane’s amazing Sutton's Beach Drop zone is nestled between two of Brisbane's most amazing land marks, Moreton Bay Islands of Bribie and Moreton and the beautiful Glass House Mountains, which offers spectacular views when under canopy. For the ultimate experience land on their fantastic beaches. Your tandem skydive involves instruction from their staff who will fit you with a harness and practice freefall techniques.
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Koala and River Cruise by Mirimar Cruises The Koala and River Cruise is a memorable journey on the Brisbane River to the renowned Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. This popular cruise has been taking locals and visitors to the park for over 70 years and is a "must do" experience during your stay in Brisbane.
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Moreton Island Adventures Moreton Island is only a 75 minute cruise from Brisbane across Moreton Bay onboard the luxury ferry, Micat. Awaiting you is a real, natural experience with a sense of adventure that is a total escape from your everyday.
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Mr Day Tours You are invited to spend some time with Mr Day Tours (Val and Mina) travelling in a small, personalised group in comfort in an air-conditioned mini coach. Choose from a great selection of tours designed to provide you with a broad overview of South East Queensland. You will experience local hospitality, country towns, mountain villages, bushland, golden beaches, rainforests, native animals and more.
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Personally Yours Tours Personally Yours Tours specialises in individual, tailor-made, private and personal tours of Brisbane and South-East Queensland. Come and see the real Brisbane where the locals live and play from the comfort of their luxury vehicle. They can accommodate from one to six persons and can tailor make the tour to suit your interests.
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Pterodactyl Helicopters Pterodactyl Helicopters - difficult to spell, impossible to forget! Wine Tours by Helicopter because getting there is half the fun! A trip of a lifetime by helicopter over stunning countryside to visit up to six boutique wineries, sample their wines and enjoy a delicious lunch.
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Straddie Kingfisher Tours Straddie Kingfisher Tours will give you the opportunity to explore the beauty of North Stradbroke Island in an Eco friendly and environmentally sustainable way! On the Full Day Eco Tour, they supply everything including their famous barbecue on the beach! Let Dave show you this Island Paradise in style. Unforgettable! Experience a “Bush Tucker” for afternoon tea.
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Turaku Turaku is a new tour company striving to join the market leaders by providing high quality, value for money tours.
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Whales in Paradise - Gold Coast Whale Watching Pty Ltd Gold Coast Whale Watching with Whales in Paradise. Whales in Paradise are the original Gold Coast Whale Watching company and the only whale watch operation whose cruises depart from the heart of the Gold Coast in central Surfers Paradise.
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Half Day (12)
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Balloons Over Brisbane Experience the exhilaration those first aeronauts must have felt when they ascended over Paris in 1783; in their Hot Air Balloon; the first to see the world from the perspective of an eagle, soaring over fields and meadows, streams and farms; serene and in touch with nature.
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Brisbane CBD Helicopter Joyflight for Two Experience a totally Spectacular M*A*S*H Bell47 23 minute chopper ride around Brisbane Central Business District. You will have a spectacular close-in circuit of Brisbane Central Business District, Story Bridge, Southbank, Suncorp and Gabba stadiums, St. Lucia, Toowong, Auchenflower, Milton, Paddington, Spring Hill, The Valley, Southbank, West End and loads more. There are only two passengers per flight.
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Double Shot Motorcycle Tours No matter how old, all Double Shot Motorcycle Tours customers, from 10-80 say the same thing "Wow that was amazing!", "I want to go again".
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Ghost Tours Ghost Tours prides itself on upholding the motto 'Horror, Heritage and Hauntings'. They combine the unique experience of visiting Brisbane and South East Queensland's most historic haunted sites with the ancient art of story telling. Hear classic local ghost stories, urban legends and myths, true tales of tragedy, crime, murder, magic, witchcraft, love and death. Ghost Tours has been operating since last century when it was established by local dark historian Jack Sim.
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Golden Gondola Breakfast Creek Golden Gondola provides romantic chauffeured sightseeing tours of the Brisbane River. These limousines of the water provide an ambience rarely available in today's busy world. Experience the romance of Venice, while discovering a side of Brisbane you may never have known existed.
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Kookaburra River Queens Enjoy a cruise along the Brisbane River aboard authentic paddle-wheelers, and icons of the Brisbane River, the majestic Kookaburra River Queens. Made entirely of Australian timbers and based on the Mississippi originals, be taken back to a by-gone era while cruising the inner-reaches of the Brisbane River. Regular cruises include the great value Midweek Lunch Special (carvery buffet) and the seafood/carvery weekend lunch cruises. All dinner cruises feature seafood and carvery buffet and live entertainment. Day cruises feature live entertainment and/or commentary.
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Port of Brisbane Visitors Centre The Port of Brisbane offers guest a range of unique experiences to taste, observe and explore. Visitors can join one of the daily 'Explorer Tours' and see how a busy port operates first-hand, or explore the interpretative and interactive displays. Enjoy a light meal, or coffee and cake as you take in the views of the unique wetland environment frequented by migratory birds. Or, if you are a bird lover, why not borrow the key from the ports 12 hectare Shorebird Roost to observe rare migratory shorebirds as they enjoy the ports unique wetland environment.
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Riverlife Adventure Centre - Brisbane Outdoor Activities Riverlife Adventure Centre offers a range of exhilarating activities! Whether you're a local or a visitor, you are able to experience the thrill of real outdoor adventure in a fun, friendly and safe setting.
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Segway Xperiences The Segway is in operation at over 1,000 locations across the globe offering guided tours from Paris to Victoria Falls. Segway ECO Xperiences are the first to off the generation #2 ECO certified Segway guided tours here in Australia.
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Sightseeing Cruise Brisbane River Don't leave town without doing at least one tour! River City Cruises is the original and best sightseeing cruise on the Brisbane River. During the one and a half hour guided tour, you will be entertained by the informative commentary while taking advantage of the fantastic photo opportunities. The convenient departure location at SouthBank Parklands is a short walk from Brisbane's Central Business District and the duration of the cruise allows plenty of time for other sightseeing activities or shopping.
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Story Bridge Adventure Climb Brisbane's must do experience, Story Bridge Adventure Climb! - a truly unique and memorable adventure for all levels of fitness and age (minimum 10 years old).
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VSquared Helicopters VSquared Helicopters is located at Archerfield Airport, just 20 minutes drive from Brisbane Central Business District. Apart from being Brisbane’s biggest helicopter flying school, they also specialise in charter, scenic and joy flights, and aerial still and video photography.
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Night (1)
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Brisbane Lights Tours See Brisbane in its best light with Brisbane Lights Tours. Let them zip you around the city and beyond to Mt Coot-tha to admire Brisbane in all its glory. The night tour covers a lot of ground including buzzing Paddington, Suncorp Stadium, Southbank Parklands, Fortitude Valley, and various lookouts. Indulge in a delicious dinner, or if you're just a nibbler, choose a yummy cake accompanied by some perfectly brewed coffee instead, whilst you admire the magnificent view from the mountain. Sail the glassy waters on the CityCat for an enchanting river cruise past the illuminated Kangaroo Point cliffs and Riverside Centre. Complete the tour with stunning views from the City Lookout and Story Bridge. There are many opportunities to hop on and off at designated locations to take those spectacular night shots. Please join Brisbane Lights Tours and let them show you how beautiful Brisbane is after sunset!
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