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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Story Bridge Climb ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Story Bridge Climb
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2. The Triffid ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Triffid
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3. Gallery of Modern Art

Category: Museums & Culture
Gallery of Modern Art
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4. James Street

James Street
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5. CityCat Ride

Category: Activities
CityCat Ride
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6. New Farm Park

Category: Activities
New Farm Park
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7. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
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8. Powerhouse Farmer’s Market

Category: Shopping
Powerhouse Farmer’s Market
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9. Eat Street

Eat Street
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10. Lefty’s Old Time Music Hall

Category: Entertainment
Lefty’s Old Time Music Hall
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11. City Botanic Gardens

Category: Activities
City Botanic Gardens
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12. Brisbane Jazz Club

Brisbane Jazz Club
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13. Suncorp Stadium

Suncorp Stadium
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14. Cedar Creek Trail

Category: Activities
Cedar Creek Trail
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15. Southbank

Southbank
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16. Yatala Drive In

Yatala Drive In
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17. Mount Coot-tha Lookout

Category: Activities
Mount Coot-tha Lookout
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18. Montrachet

Montrachet
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19. 1889 Enoteca

1889 Enoteca
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20. Sono

Sono
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21. Malt

Malt
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22. Moda

Moda
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Fondly known as the river city, Brisbane has stepped out of the shadow of sister cities like Melbourne and Sydney, and grown into its own identity as a traveler’s hotspot in Australia. Great to visit all-year round thanks to its subtropical climate, it’s inarguable that Brisband has the best climate in the country as it basks in the sun while other Aussie cities shiver through their winter months. Travelers visit for cultural kicks through landmarks like the Gallery of Modern Art, while foodies can look forward to innovative cuisine at its finest as spots like the Sono Restaurant or Malt Dining. Ready to uncover Brisbane’s hidden gem? Let’s go!

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