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Best Things to Do in Kangaroo Point

The historic inner city suburb of Kangaroo Point may be known for the Story Bridge Hotel and colonial cottages but its streets are packed with hidden gems, from Japanese tapas to a rooftop and clifftop bars, a microbrewery, French bakery, riverfront cafe and more.

Here's some of the best things to do for both visitors and locals in Kangaroo Point:

An ambient garden-style American BBQ restaurant and smokehouse tucked away in a side street
One Fish Two Fish is a seafood restaurant and bar with the wow factor in a beautifully renovated Queenslander
Sea Legs Brewing Co is Kangaroo Point’s first craft brewery, located in a giant strikingly refurbished warehouse
A contemporary Japanese restaurant and tapas bar tucked away in a Kangaroo Point side street
Christian Jacques Artisan Boulanger is a tiny gem of an authentic French bakery tucked away under the Story Bridge
Eagles Nest Rooftop Bar is an exclusive rooftop bar with jaw-dropping views atop a swish Kangaroo Point hotel
A breezy sprawling riverside cafe and bar with stunning views at the base of Dockside apartments
Nestled at the base of the Story Bridge’s imposing south pylon is this park with one of the city’s most striking outlooks.
This cool tropical restaurant and bar sits perched on top of the Kangaroo Point cliffs with jaw-dropping views
A stunning desert-themed oasis with Mediterranean-style restaurant and bar perched on top of a residential tower
Medley KP commands a prime riverfront position at Kangaroo Point, nestled in the exclusive history-laden Yungaba enclave
Moonshine Coffee is a bolt-hole cafe nestled underneath the iconic Story Bridge in Kangaroo Point
A thriving hotspot for all on-river and riverside activities is housed in the city’s singular remaining naval defence depot (circa 1888)
This would have to be the most picturesque and varied of Brisbane's inner city river walk and cycling trails
The park with arguably the most stunning views in Brisbane is a legacy of Queensland's 150 year celebrations
Helsby’s Alehouse is an ambient old world craft beer bar nestled within Kangaroo Point’s historic Pineapple Hotel

The historic weatherboard club by the river has for decades been the home of jazz in Brisbane, including evenings and monthly brunch

Built in 1873, this gorgeous clifftop church, made from tuff stone from the ex-quarry below, is home to Queensland's oldest organ and hosts music events and concerts

Last but not least, the iconic Story Bridge Hotel, which has been serving thirsty visitors for more than 100 years, is home to Deery's Restaurant, the Corner Bar and Main Street Bar and Eatery.

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