Best Things To Do In The Gap
Updated: May 10, 2026
The early settlers followed dirt tracks along Waterworks Road in order to reach Fish Creek for a picnic. Today The Gap is a large sprawling green suburb with plenty of parks, playgrounds, bike tracks and clear waterways to explore. With Mt Coot-tha on one side and Mt Nebo on the other, a cool vintage bar and al fresco eateries, this leafy suburb has become a popular suburb for families and nature lovers alike. Here's 10 of the best places to eat and drink and things to do in The Gap:
The Gap has its very own beach sitting on the edge of Enoggera Reservoir, where swimming and kayaks are welcome. Walkers may stretch their legs along The Araucaria Track, followed by a swim among the lily pads...more
One of the funkiest suburban bars in Brisbane, this vintage-inspired venue features luxurious leather lounges, animal murals and retro paraphernalia such as antique telephones, stuffed parrots and miniature boats... more
Set high in the trees within Walkabout Creek Wildlife Centre, it is possible to drink your coffee, eat breakfast and watch the resident wombat at the same time....more
Tucked away just off Waterworks Road, this espresso bar serves excellent coffee. Sit beneath the amazing mural while you enjoy a quiet brunch or lunch. Just look out for the black picket fence...more
Set among the trees on the edge of Brisbane Forest Park, Walkabout Creek is a wildlife centre and park headquarters rolled into one. They have park rangers on site and plenty of native wildlife to watch, pat and even feed...more
With a push bike adorning one wall as well as silk lanterns, colourful cushions and bamboo hat decorations ,this unassuming little cafe brings all of the fresh traditional flavours of Vietnam to The Gap Village.... more
Located in the old quarry overlooking Taylor Range, this child friendly venue is a great spot for parents to enjoy their meal while the kids run around the playground. The outdoor verandah is often filled with diners enjoying the cool evening air...more
This green leafy oasis is located under and around historic Walton Bridge (circa 1900), with a playground, BBQ and picnic facilities, war memorial and walk and cycle paths that pass along bushy creek beds and under the bridge to open green spaces and another playground on the other side.... more
Two beautiful bush walks originate at the Walkabout Creek Information Centre and car park – the shorter a wet eucalypt forest circuit and the other hemming the shores of historic Enoggera Reservoir... more
Also recommended by locals are Vecino Cafe, Happy Days Food Co and longtime institution Cafe Tara.
By Lucy Hordern
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