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Brisbane Tourist Information and Brisbane Tourism
(Brisbane, Queensland - QLD, Australia AU)



Brisbane is situated on the south-east of Queensland, Australia, and Brisbane is one of Australia's most popular holiday destinations. The stylish and vibrant city of Brisbane has evolved around the large River Brisbane, which meanders through central Brisbane, often attracting large black whaler and bull sharks. Over the years, many bridges have been built to connect North Brisbane to South Brisbane and Story Bridge is one of the most famous, with its magnificent architecture becoming an important part of Brisbane city life. With hot summers and pleasant winters, Brisbane's exceptional weather and laid-back, holiday atmosphere attract people from all over the world.

There are a large number of excellent Brisbane tourism and tourist information centres, located in and around Brisbane city centre, and also at Brisbane International Airport (BNE). These Brisbane tourist information outlets provide invaluable tourism details, such as information and brochures about Brisbane's many tourist attractions, monuments, dining and restaurants in Brisbane, train timetables, maps of Brisbane and general Brisbane tourist information.




Many of Brisbane's hotels are particularly concentrated around central Brisbane, Spring Hill - to the north of Brisbane city centre, Petrie Terrace - on the western side of Brisbane city, Fortitude Valley and New Farm - to the north-east of Brisbane, and the West End District in southern Brisbane. Other accommodation is available on the outskirts of Brisbane, in scenic areas such as the South Bank, Paddington and Milton, and also in nearby areas, such as Moreton Bay, Manly, North Stradbroke Island, St. Helena Island, Coochiemudlo Island and Queensland's legendary Gold Coast, where you will find many stylish, boutique-style hotels and guest houses close to Brisbane. These are often more reasonably priced during the week and booking in advance is advisable for all hotels in the Brisbane and Queensland area.

Brisbane and the surrounding area feature some of the world's most stunning, golden, sandy beaches with uninterrupted coastlines and world-class surfing conditions. To the north of Brisbane, the world-famous Sunshine Coast runs for more than 70 km / 44 miles from the top of Bribie Island to the north of Noosa, and to the south of Brisbane, the Gold Coast stretches 35 km / 22 miles between Surfers' Paradise and the New South Wales (NSW) border.

Some of the most popular tourist attractions in Brisbane include Conrad Treasury Casino - full of numerous roulette and blackjack tables and fruit machines; Brisbane Powerhouse - regularly hosting many of Brisbane's most important events and concerts; the Brisbane Planetarium - providing incredible views of the sky at night; Australia Zoo - with many ferocious crocodiles, founded by Australia's world-famous crocodile hunter, Steve Erwin; Alma Park Zoo - where you are able to get hands-on with friendly koalas; Brisbane Botanical Gardens - home to many important collections of tropical plants from around the world; Mount Coot-tha Botanic Gardens - including a magnificent Japanese garden; Brisbane's South Bank area - featuring a landscaped riverside park with streams, canals, man-made lagoon and beach; and humpback whale watching - in Moreton Bay, Whitsunday, off the Redcliffe Peninsula and Hervey Bay between mid-June and early November.

Other impressive landmarks and monuments worth visiting in Brisbane include Story Bridge - built in the late 1930s to cross the wide Brisbane River and considered a tremendous feat of engineering; Anzac Square - a large central square with monuments to those who died in combat; Brisbane City Hall - a fine example of classical Victorian Architecture built in the mid-19th century; Parliament House - with a breathtaking exterior and an elaborate interior; Customs House - featuring outstanding architecture, with a huge central dome; St. Stephen's Cathedral - built during the 1860, with outstanding neo-Gothic style architecture; and the University of Queensland - founded in 1909 and now home to more than 30,000 students each year. More information on Brisbane Tourist Attractions and Brisbane Landmarks.

Brisbane also has a number of excellent museums and art galleries in Brisbane city centre, providing interesting information on the history of Brisbane and many other exhibitions. Some of the major museums and art galleries in Brisbane include the Anthropology Museum - part of the University of Queensland complex in western Brisbane; the Queensland Museum - one of the biggest museums in the Brisbane and Queensland area with a large natural history section; the Queensland Maritime Museum - celebrating Queensland's rich maritime and nautical heritage; the Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology - housing a diverse collection of historic items from around the world, dating back thousands of years; the Institute of Modern Art (IMA) - with contemporary paintings, sculptures, ceramics and glasswork; and the Queensland Art Gallery - featuring a diverse collection of modern and classical paintings and authentic Aboriginal art.

Brisbane is also famous for its large number of superb and historic vineyards, wineries and breweries, which are particularly concentrated in the Stanthorpe district, Ballandean region and the scenic Canungra Valley. Wine tasting at vineyards and breweries in and around Brisbane is usually widely available. Many wineries in Brisbane often offer courses about general wine appreciation and tasting.

The sprawling city of Brisbane has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with many interesting features, world-class shopping centres, superb restaurants, stunning weather, glorious, sandy beaches, a major airport nearby and is also within reach of the spectacular Great Barrier Reef. Architecture throughout Brisbane is varied, with a number of impressive, historic buildings dating back to the early 19th century, combined with some modern, striking skyscrapers. This combination of old and new makes Brisbane's skyline breathtaking, particularly at night when the lights on the tallest buildings are reflected into the water. Brisbane's combination of stunning weather, exceptional tourist attractions and superb Brisbane beaches attracts people from all over the world, throughout the year.

Brisbane Airports Guide - useful Brisbane Airport (BNE) information.

More Brisbane Information / Fast Facts and Orientation

• Country: Australia
• Location: Queensland (QLD)
• Area: 1,360 square kilometres / 525 square miles
• Population: 1.6 million
• Language: English
• Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
• Time zone: GMT +10 hours (Eastern Standard Time)
• Country dialling code: +61
• Telephone area code: 07
• Religion: various religions
• Average daily January temperature: 29ºC / 84ºF
• Average daily July temperature: 20ºC / 68ºF

 
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