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Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, is a cosmopolitan and lively city that is home to many different types of scenery, including skyscrapers, parkland and even an artificial beach. Brisbane is a river city, although close to the coast, with Brisbane River running through it. It is surrounded by hills and full of bridges. Brisbane also gives easy access to a number of attractions as well as the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast. Brisbane has a number of Theatres including the Lyric Theatre, Cremorne Theatre and the Playhouse Theatre which are part of the Queensland Performing Arts Centre located in South Bank. The centre also houses a Concert Hall.
The area of South Bank is popular with visitors and locals alike especially for its relaxed parkland and man made beach area which is popular with all ages. During the evening this area is very popular for romantic walks and the many shows.
Brisbane, the state of Queensland’s capital, is known for its youthful zeal, charming vibe and 280 days of sun a year. Australia’s third most populated city after more well-known Sydney and Melbourne, Brisbane is actually Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse destination.
While Sydney is a bit more global and Melbourne is known for it's European charm, Brisbane offers the most local Australian culture. Where Sydney may have the beaches and Melbourne may have the culture (definitely not the weather), Brisbane lays claim to both, which are just two of the many reasons to make this eclectic hub your next must-see destination down under.
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Brisbane’s International and Domestic Airports are nestled side-by-side just 15 kilometres from Brisbane City. There’s a range of transport options to take you from runway to your chosen destination; AirTrain is often the most efficient with services operating between the airport, Brisbane City and the Gold Coast. There’s also taxi and Uber, as well as a number of car rental services available for those who prefer to travel solo.
As Brisbane is a larger city, car is often the easiest way to get around town. But the public transport system is reliable; run by Translink, you can see all bus and train service details online. Visitors are best utilising the free CityLoop bus taking you from one end of the CBD, or while a bounty of creative bridges join the city's two halves for pedestrians, there’s also the chance to glide your way by boat. Brisbane’s CityCat is the famously fast ferry that can take you seamlessly from one end of town to the other, enjoying the sights along the way.
Things To Do In Brisbane
Whether you consider yourself a Brisbane City expert or are exploring The City for the first time, this list reveals the best things to do in The City heart – and *spoiler alert* – you're going to need more than one day. Between the heritage buildings and sleek glass skyscrapers The City's boundaries contain a treasure trove of things to do.
From hitting busy shopping streets to quiet riverside strolls, and chic high-end restaurants to laid-back laneway beers – discover awesome things to fill just a lunch break or a whole weekend worth bragging about.