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Best Things to do in Red Hill

Updated: Feb 16, 2026

The charming historic inner Brisbane suburb of Red Hill, with its tin-roofed Queenslanders, steep windy streets and sweeping views is well worth checking out for the many hidden gems tucked away in its leafy locale. At its highest point of Waterworks Rd stands St Brigid's church, which was built in 1912, its striking design by Robin Dods inspired by the 15th century French Albi Cathedral.

From a banh-mi bakery to charming cafes, art house cinema in an historic skate centre, food-themed book shop, one of Brisbane's largest op shops, a longtime art gallery and gorgeous parks, here are some of the best things to do and check out in Red Hill:

Atelier Mimi Patisserie

Tucked away on a quiet corner in Red Hill, Atelier Mimi Patisserie is home to some of Brisbane’s finest French sweet treats

Scrumptious Reads

Scrumptious Reads in Red Hill is not only a cute suburban book nook, it’s also an event space and a private dining room.

Brolly Coffee

Brolly Coffee is a chic little coffee bar in Red Hill, serving up canned brews and a selection of sweet eats.

Red Hill Salvos

Located in a back street in a leafy suburb, this comprehensive op shop is one of the largest around Brisbane

Gramps Cafe

Gramps Café is a cool, corner café housed in an old weather board clad cottage in the leafy suburb of Red Hill

Botanica

Gourmet providore, real foods peddler, new age takeaway or "substitute home-baking Gran" to the westside's time-poor residents

Little Red Bakery

Housed in a colonial corner store in Red Hill, Little Red Bakery, is a foodie’s haven offering fresh baked goods and delicious brunch fare

Arthur Terrace Coffee Shop

Arthur Terrace Coffee Shop is a charming dog and child-friendly cafe, located in a line-up of colonial shops off the beaten track in Red Hill.

Red Hill Cinemas

Red Hill Cinemas have risen from the ashes of the old Red Hill skate arena and the original picture theatre on that site

Woolcock Park

A peaceful family friendly park nestled in a green hollow on the Ithaca Creek bike route, this is especially suited to those with small children and not just because there are no nearby traffic temptations.

Red Hill Gallery

Red Hill Gallery is one of Brisbane’s most esteemed commercial galleries, which boasts an impressive stable of leading Australian artists

BanhMi7Days

This little Vietnamese kitchen offers a variety of authentic Vietnamese fare including some of Brisbane's best banh mi

Bancroft Park

This is one of a handful of parks where children and dogs can happily co-exist as they run free under the watchful eye of their owners.

No No's Lebanese Cuisine

A colourful and basic Lebanese eatery that has been on this bend of Waterworks Road since time immemorial

Home On The Green

Home on the Green is a open-air cafe located at the entrance of the Red Hill Community Sports Club

A treasure trove of homewares and gifts from around the world nestled in half a colonial shop

Simply For Strings

Ensconced in the original 1885 Ithaca Shire Presbyterian church atop a ridge is this simply beautiful violin shop with spectacular city views.

Red Hill To Newmarket

This 6-7km return trail cuts a green swathe through the inner west and north, taking in wooded glades, parklands

Looking to discover more hidden gems of Brisbane, check out our Guide to Brisbane Suburbs HERE! Happy exploring!

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