Brisbane

Located on the east coast of Australia, Brisbane is the capital of Queensland and the third-largest city in the country, and also the country's sunniest - enjoying roughly 300 days of sunshine per year. Also home to sandy beaches and some beautiful scenery - this ‘fun-loving’ destination is the ideal base for exploring the rest of Queensland.
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Top places to visit

1South Bank Parklands

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Park
The South Bank Parklands is a great place to take the kids in Brisbane. It has pools for every swimming ability, a beach with patrolled sand, lots of water features and a playground.
Clem Jones Promenade, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australiahttps://www.visitbrisbane.com.au/south-bank

2Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

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Zoo
Nature & Parks
Nature & Wildlife Areas
The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is a wildlife refuge tucked up alongside the Brisbane River in Fig Tree Pocket, southwest of Brisbane. The sanctuary features koalas sleeping in gumtrees and hand feeding kangaroos, as well as an endangered cassowary living in captivity. The sanctuary also has a zoo housing Australian native animal species, including crocodiles and reptiles.
708 Jesmond Rd, Fig Tree Pocket QLD 4069, Australiahttps://lonepinekoalasanctuary.com/

3Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout

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Scenic spot
Sights & Landmarks
Lookouts
Mount Coot-tha Summit Lookout provides an expansive city view as well as a cafe and restaurant. The outlook is perfect for those wanting to replace their sterile work desk with something more colourful. Mt Coot-tha is only seven kilometres from Brisbane CBD, making it a must see for anyone living in the area or visiting!
1012 Sir Samuel Griffith Dr, Mount Coot-Tha QLD 4066, Australiahttps://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/

4Roma Street Parkland

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Nature & Parks
Gardens
Roma Street Parkland is a 16 hectare urban park located in the heart of Brisbane, Australia, designed by Lawrence Halstead and opened in 2001. The park features display gardens, waterways and an amphitheater and is popular with locals and tourists alike for its relaxing setting, excellent wildlife spotting opportunities, playgrounds for the kids, music festivals and alcohol consumption.
1 Parkland Blvd, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australiahttps://www.visitbrisbane.com.au/roma-street-parkland-and-spring

5Mount Coot-tha Botanic Gardens

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Garden
Nature & Parks
The Mount Coot-tha Botanic Gardens offer a tranquil and beautiful setting for visitors of all ages to explore in its 52 hectares of Australian and tropical plant life. Highlights for kids include a hide and seek adventure trail, playgrounds, and lawns.
152 Mount Coot-Tha Rd, Mount Coot-Tha QLD 4066, Australia

Top places to eat

1George's Paragon Seafood Restaurant

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Seafood restaurant
Georges Paragon Seafood Restaurant is a popular seafood spot on the Eagle St Pier with stunning river views. The menu offers a variety of Greek and Italian favourites, as well as extensive seafood dishes, making it the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal any time of day.
45 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australiahttp://www.georgesparagon.com.au/

2Sono Japanese Restaurant Portside Wharf

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Japanese restaurant
Sono is a refined Japanese dining experience located in the heart of Brisbane’s central business district. The restaurant features an extensive menu that includes sushi and sashimi, as well as traditional Japanese dishes. The teppanyaki bar is a popular spot for customers to enjoy chef-created feasts of king prawns, lobster, salmon, and wagyu.
39 Hercules St, Hamilton QLD 4007, Australiahttps://www.sonorestaurant.com.au/

3Ahmet's Turkish Restaurant

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Turkish restaurant
The Turkish restaurant Ahmet's is a must-visit in Brisbane. With its lavish decor and delicious food, you'll feel like you're in a different world. The restaurant is popular with locals and tourists alike, so be sure to go when you have the chance!
10/168 Grey St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australiahttp://www.ahmets.com/

4The Bavarian Eagle Street Pier

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German restaurant
The Bavarian is a German restaurant with an open-air patio and views of the Brisbane River. It has a wide variety of foods, including schnitzels and burgers, as well as cocktails, beer steins, and wines.
1/45 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

5Bacchus

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Modern Australian restaurant
Bar
Bacchus is an upscale modern Australian restaurant and bar located in the Rydges Hotel in Southbank. The menu offers a variety of options for diners, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and alfresco dining. The restaurant also offers degustation menus with wine pairings to really bring out the flavors in each dish. Bacchus is a popular location for events such as business functions and social gatherings.
Podium Level, Rydges South Bank, Glenelg Street & Grey Street, 9 Glenelg St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australiahttps://www.bacchussouthbank.com.au/

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