About Brisbane

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Queensland Parliament HouseBrisbane is a city for the senses; walking under impossibly blue skies around this foot-friendly city opens up a world of experiences. A well planned series of paths and bridges connect the city centre to South Bank, as well as many of our urban villages that tease the river’s edge as it bends the city, its parks and gentle skyscrapers.

The ever-busy baristas fill the air with an irresistible temptation that is hard to escape and the mix of welcome visitors and the business set create a lively thoroughfare through the Queen Street Mall - Queensland’s largest retail precinct with over 700 specialty shops, restaurant, cinemas and live music. There is also the constant spectacle of an array of outdoor festivals, events and attractions created for Brisbane’s famous sub-tropical weather.

Yet, for a real Brisbane experience, you must see what’s on at our buzzing urban villages. From Australia’s premier live music precinct, the 'Valley' to the cool and the left-of-centre community of West End, our urban villages each have their own personality, yet they’re all filled with unique shopping precincts, cafes, restaurants, galleries and smiling locals enjoying the Brisbane sun.

Don’t Miss...

Queensland Museum Southbank
This is the place for the young – and the young at heart – to experience hands-on encounters with some of the most fascinating objects and creatures around.

Mt Coot-tha Lookout
The breathtaking panorama of Brisbane City and it's surrounds greets you as you step onto the observation deck.

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.

Old Government House
Take the opportunity to visit the original home of our early Governors. Built 1860-1862, the house was the home and administrative base for the Governor.

For more information on Brisbane, please visit: http://www.visitbrisbane.com.au/Travel/Default.aspx

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