In Brisbane you'll discover a subtropical city with a relaxing and welcoming air. This city is filled with things to do all year round. For those of you who just want to relax, you can take a stroll and admire the colonial architecture or go and see some of the city's landmarks like the Botanic Gardens. However, if you seek adventure look no further as Brisbane offers abseiling, biking, bush walking, kayaking and bridge climbing. The city also boasts a selection of stores, upscale jewellers and Australian fashion designers. For the evening, Brisbane offers a wide range of sophisticated yet laid back restaurants, and the nightlife is incredibly varied too, offering you festivals and concerts, along with a variety of vibrant pubs and nightclubs.
Brisbane Weather
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Reviews of Brisbane from boo.com
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gigiontour says: “ Brisbane was good at night but that was about it. Getting jobs there was easy though and it's not hard or expensive to get around
Posted: on Apr 24, 2007 |
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woodigp6803 says:
“ I love the town of brisbane so pretty on the waters edge and the ability to be able to walk along the river banks at leisure.
Posted: on Apr 17, 2007 |
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Fioha says:
“ Lovely city. Not too big, but it has everything one could want! Weather was lovely and you don't have to go too far to get some countryside! Animal reseves were worth a visit!
Posted: on Apr 14, 2007 |
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Best things to do in Brisbane
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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - What?
- An animal sanctuary.
- Where?
- 20 min. drive from the city centre.
- Anything else?
- If you want to cuddle a koala then this is one of few places left in Australia where you still can. There are over 130 koalas in the sanctuary. You can also hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies and get up close with emus, snakes, baby crocs and parrots.
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Newstead House - What?
- Brisbane's oldest surviving house.
- Where?
- Bus routes 300 or 302.
- Anything else?
- This is the city's oldest house and has been restored to its Victorian style. It overlooks the River Brisbane and dates from 1846.
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Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium & Cosmic Skydome - What?
- Planetarium and multi-media show.
- Where?
- In the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha.
- Anything else?
- This planetarium presents real-time digital star shows in its Cosmic Skydome theatre. Its main attraction is the fascinating 40-minute astronomical show that includes a re-creation of the Brisbane night sky using a Ziess star projector.
Upcoming events in Brisbane
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Mar 30
Pixies
- When: Mar 30, 2010 (Tuesday)
- Where: Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
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Mar 17
Cobra Starship
- When: Mar 17, 2010 (Wednesday)
- Where: The Tivoli
- What: Wednesday 17 March 2010 At The Frontier Touring Company there are a few things we like. We like purple hoodies. We like guilty pleasures. We like... find out more
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Feb 6
Hamlet
- When: Feb 6, 2010 (Saturday)
- Where: 6-8 Musk Avenue
- What: David Berthold directs this contemporary and compelling reinvention of Shakespeare's finest tragedy in his first production as Artistic Director of... find out more
Recommended Hotels
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Brisbane Backpackers Resort- What?
- Hostel.
- Where?
- Located in the west end area.
- Anything else?
- The hostel features both private & dormitory style rooms. All rooms are ensuite & feature security lockers. Bed linen is provided by the hostel. There is a bar & a restaurant on site, as well as common rooms & a guest kitchen.
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Somewhere to Stay- What?
- Hostel.
- Where?
- Located in the city centre, close to many amenities.
- Anything else?
- Hostel has all room types ranging from private rooms to shared dorms. Guest amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, common room with satellite TV, broadband internet access, BBQ area and luggage storage. Linen is provided.
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Brisbane City Backpackers- What?
- Hostel.
- Where?
- Centrally located close to the main bus & train stations.
- Anything else?
- The hostel features a roof terrace complete with swimming pool as well as a bar & cafe area. Internet access is available on site. The hostel also features a job's club which can assist guests in finding work in the city.
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