Best Public Picnic Spots In Brisbane
With its rolling green hills, shady trees and quiet and charming pockets, Brisbane holds any number of top picnic spots to relax with family and friends.
Here are five of Brisbane's best picnic spots (and who to take along!):
The seclusion of this park and the sounds of the waves crashing nearby makes it the perfect place for a romantic day in the sun. Pack your own antipasto platter in a picnic basket, pull out the rug and some cozy blankets when windy and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. For those bringing along the whole family, there is a nearby playground and an excellent dog off leash area...more
Ideal for: Couples or parents with young children
Mt Coot-tha will forever make the list for the best picnic spots around town. While the lookout is a popular destination for tourists with views over the horizon, there are normally a few spare spots on the grassy area down on the hill. This spot is ideal for an early dinner with loved ones. Finish off with an ice cream from the café as the sun begins to set...more
Ideal for: Couples
Come for an early breakfast and miss the crowd at Camp Mountain. With barbecues in the area, this location is great for those planning large group celebrations, giving guests the option to pack a picnic or light the barbecue and join together over the private and magical grass areas...more
Roma Street Parkland is a subtropical wonderland nearby the heart of the CBD. With close parking facilities, it is a great place for mums and bubs to pull out some healthy chicken sandwiches, celery sticks and watermelon during the lunch hour. Stay and relax after a picnic with the wandering wildlife, surrounding artwork and decent playground for the bubs...more
Ideal for: Mums and bubs
Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens is by far the best oasis for families to spend the day. Take time in the morning to wander through the rich and beautiful gardens before setting up the picnic rug and bottles of water down by the duck pond. Make sure to bring food for the ducks as well as yourself and get lost in the tranquil surroundings...more
Ideal for: Families
By Katherine Lamont
