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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
The guide was updated:Less publicized, but no less astounding, the sanctuary is home to the world’s largest collection of Australian native animals. It was designated as a world heritage site in 2009. Check out their website to choose from a variety of experiences and encounters available.
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- Address: 28 Tomewin Street, Currumbin QLD
- Opening hours: Daily 9am–4pm
- Phone: +61 7 5534 1266
- Email: moreaustralian@cws.org.au
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This sanctuary gives you the opportunity to touch and hold koalas in the world’s largest koala enclosure. The site is easily accessible by bus from the CBD, or via Miramar Cruises who make daily trips from the South Bank’s Cultural Centre pontoon at 10 am.
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Wheel of Brisbane
The iconic Wheel of Brisbane takes you up 60 metres above the ground for a spectacular 360-degree panoramic view of the city. The gondola is fully enclosed and air-conditioned, and seats up to 8 people. One ticket gets you four revolutions within 10–15 minutes. The ride is especially magical during sunset.
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Australia Zoo
Australia Zoo was opened in 1970 by Bob and Lyn Irwin, Steve Irwin's parents. Steve Irwin and his wife aimed to make the Zoo a wildlife conservation facility that is second to no other. Australia Zoo is the place to see a crocodile up-close without getting eaten.
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Less publicized, but no less astounding, the sanctuary is home to the world’s largest collection of Australian native animals. It was designated as a world heritage site in 2009. Check out their website to choose from a variety of experiences and encounters available.
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Tangalooma Island Resort
Tangalooma Island Resort offers a wide array of excursions, many of which are free. This is one of the few places in the world where it’s possible to hand-feed dolphins in the wild. They come swimming up alongside the jetty at dusk for their nightly feed.
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Story Bridge Adventure Climb
Ever wanted to climb a bridge? The Story Bridge at Kangaroo Point in Brisbane is one of only four legally climbable bridges in Australia. With the height being the equivalent of a 22-storey building, it is not something for the faint hearted! Make sure you stop in at the Story Bridge Hotel for a celebratory drink afterwards.
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Lamington National Park
Lamington National Park is World Heritage-listed and about a 2-hour drive away from Brisbane. The park’s walks take in pristine waterfalls, sections of the ancient Gondwana Rainforests and over 120 bird species that live there.
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The Gabba
The Gabba is the spiritual home of Queensland sport, it’s a legend in itself and a must-see for any cricket or Australian Football League fan. It is the home ground for the Brisbane Lions, Brisbane Heat and Queensland Bulls.
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Roma Street Parkland
The world’s largest urban subtropical garden is the perfect place to see some of Australia’s native flora and fauna in the heart of the city. All year round you can enjoy spectacular colours in this perfect picnic spot.
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Moreton Bay Escapes
Moreton Bay Escapes offer tours to astoundingly beautiful Moreton Bay Marine Park and Moreton Island National Park. Their tours are a good match for outdoorsy people and their guides are experienced with senior first aid.
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Gallery Of Modern Art (QAGOMA)
Brisbane’s Queensland Art Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art are the largest, modern and contemporary art galleries in Australia. The complex is situated at the Kurilpa Point on the Brisbane River.
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Mount Coot-tha
Mount Coot-tha is one of Brisbane’s most popular tourist destinations, but also offers an escape from the city life through its 220 hectares of natural bushland and native wildlife that make up the Mount Coot-tha Reserve. See the breathtaking panorama of Brisbane City all the way out to the ocean at Moreton Bay from the observation deck. There are also a handful of bushwalks around the vicinity of the Lookout. The hillside is dotted with picnic areas equipped with gas barbecues.
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Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
The original Botanical Gardens were established in 1855 and were located on Alice Street on the south-east side of the city. Due to the proximity to the river, the gardens have been flooded eight times which lead to the new botanical gardens at Mount Coot-tha. Don't miss the Tropical Display Dome — a large geodesic dome.
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South Bank Parklands
South Bank offers 17 hectares of lush gardens, lawns, beach, restaurants, cafes and shopping. Both tourists and locals frequent the Riverside Walkway and flock to the area during music and arts festivals.
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XXXX Brewery Tour
XXXX Brewery Tour is an iconic brewery in Brisbane. Learn about the history, how to serve the perfect beer and of course taste a couple of cold ones. The tour takes around 90 minutes and you are invited to taste four beers.
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Springbrook & Tamborine Rainforest Tour
Book one of these tours for a full day packed with adventure. Walk through Springbrook and Tamborine National Parks and drive through the beautiful Numinbah Valley. You will see rock pools and waterfalls in a lush rainforest. Don't forget to stop at Natural Bridge to check out the Glow Worm Caves.
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Lovers' Walk & Shorncliffe Pier
This scenic 2.5km walk takes you along the shoreline from the 350m long timber Shorncliffe Pier to the former Sandgate Baptist Church. It's great for dog walking, jogging, taking in the ocean and mountain views. Grab fish'n'chips from one of the local vendors and enjoy the sunset.
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CityHopper
Brisbane City Council is runnings a free inner city ferry line called CityHopper. The tiny red boats cruise between six stops in central Brisbane between North Quay and Sydney Street, New Farm. The service runs every 30 minutes.
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Brisbane City Markets
Brisbane City Markets deliver a premium selection of gourmet food and ingredients. Browse artisan goods, buy some premium meats and trawler-direct seafood, or bite into a freshly baked loaf of bread. The original market at Reddacliff Place is a favourite for city workers, local residents and tourists. The second location at Cathedral Square is smaller in size, but is more heavily focused on quality street food.
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Howard Smith Wharves
Right underneath the north end of the Story Bridge is a trendy waterside development with restaurants, bars, a huge brewery and a hotel. Enjoy a cold one from the large green space and take in the river view.
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Fairy Light Trees
Here and there around the inner city, you will find secluded fig trees covered in fairy lights. Perfect location for a romantic moment or a little photoshoot.
Check out Brisbane City Council's City of Lights interactive map to discover the lighting installations that illuminate the city every evening.
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Book a Wine Tasting Tour
Of course, you could get all the best Australian wines without leaving Brisbane's city limits, but what could be better than meeting the people whose hands made the wine and taking in the atmosphere of a lush winery. Book a tour or get into a car with a designated driver, and don't forget to pack a picnic basket. We suggest heading south to discover the Scenic Rim’s wine, beer and spirit makers.
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