Things to do in Brisbane

Brisbane's Best Bits

Brisbane, Australia is the capital of Queensland and was named after Sir Thomas Brisbane,  the Governor of New South Wales in the early 1800's.  If you've looking for sunshine and clement weather for your holiday, migration or study experience Brisbane is for you. 

Brisbane itself is a city by a river, it does not have the traditional landmarks like a Big Ben or a Empire State Building, however it does boast 'The mini Brisbane Eye" located at the Southbank Parklands.

There is also The Treasury Casino (named because the casino is in the old Treasury building) and lots of shops, hotels, malls, restaurants, pubs, clubs, bars and anything else that you would find in every other developed city in the world.

So when the city is out of your system and you've seen what you need to see, pack your bags and grab your swimmers because there are plenty of other places you must experience.

Scattered to the South of Brisbane towards the Gold Coast are a number of theme parks, Dreamworld, Whitewater World,  Movieworld and Wet n Wild. All of which are extremely popular with tourists and residents alike. Dreamworld seems to offer more alternatives to fill your day. It boasts a  variety of rides, animal attractions and aquatic fun.

You might want to bring a packed lunch if you are wanting to save money and stay reasonably healthy! Peak hour at the parks will involve you standing around in queues.. Best times to go are mid-week (when the kids are at school) or rainy and overcast days. Avoid weekends and school holidays at all cost.

Adrenalin and excitement might be for the the young or young at heart, but if it's views and relaxation you're after, one of the best places to go is 'O'Reillys' in Lamington National Park to . 

This crisp aired mountain top retreat.was the 2006 Queensland Tourism Award winner, offering all things you need and some splendid views to enjoy them in.
 
O'Reillys has camp site, smaller unit accommodation, or the mountain range villas which boast, a hot tub spa bath on the balcony, BBQ , log fire, air conditioning and all the mod cons.

There is a full size infinity pool five minutes walk away and a day spa if you want to treat yourself to a massage. O'Reillys also have plenty of activities for all, flying fox rides, rain forest walks or just lounge around to enjoy the atmosphere.

Brisbane City has it all, but if you want the snapshot moment of the sun setting on a misty mountain range 'O'Reillys' is the place to be.

Andrew Warrilow