Day to Night in Paddington

With its leafy streets, heritage charm and vibrant village atmosphere, Paddington is one of Brisbane's most stylish destinations for a day out. 

Just 5km from the CBD, the picture-perfect suburb is home to an eclectic mix of boutiques, antique stores, vintage treasures, cafés and restaurants, making it the perfect place to explore from morning through to night. It's the perfect destination to experience alongside the Lexus NX - a medium SUV designed to complement urban adventures with style, comfort and sophistication.

Follow our Must Do-approved itinerary for the ultimate day-to-night adventure through Paddington.

Kick off your Paddington adventure with a specialty coffee from local favourite Blackout Coffee. Grab a seat, soak up the neighbourhood atmosphere and fuel up for a day of exploring one of Brisbane's most stylish suburbs.

Paddington is renowned for its boutique shopping scene, and Latrobe & Given Terrace are the perfect place to begin. Wander through the strip's collection of independent retailers, discovering everything from fashion and accessories to gifts, homewares and unique local finds.

Our top picks? Olive Paddington and Green Tangerine for beautiful homewares, fashion and gifts, Biome for natural skincare and sustainable household products, and The Little Black Dress Shop for designer women's fashion.

Music lovers won't want to miss Dutch Vinyl, home to Brisbane's largest record collection. Spend some time flicking through shelves packed with new and pre-loved vinyl spanning every genre imaginable - you never know what hidden gem you might uncover.

Next, make your way to Empire Revival, Paddington's iconic marketplace housed within a historic theatre. Inside you'll find a treasure trove of antiques, vintage furniture, homewares, art, fashion and collectables from dozens of local traders.

After a busy morning, settle in for lunch at Naim. Known for its vibrant Middle Eastern-inspired menu, this Paddington favourite serves up flavour-packed dishes in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

The afternoon is best spent exploring Paddington's collection of vintage stores, retro boutiques and op shops. Whether you're hunting for a statement wardrobe piece or a one-of-a-kind vintage find, there are treasures waiting around every corner.

Our picks? Retro Metro, Barbarella's Vintage and Vinnies.

As the day winds down, head to nearby Rosalie Village and settle into a session at Cinebar. Combining a boutique cinema experience with food and drinks delivered directly to your seat, it's the perfect way to unwind before dinner.

For dinner, book a table at Solina, the newest addition to Given Terrace's dining scene. Bringing contemporary flavours and a stylish atmosphere to Paddington, it's the perfect place to toast a day well spent exploring the neighbourhood.

Finish your Paddington adventure with a late-night cocktail. 

Our picks? Frank's Social Club for signature cocktails and unique wines or LouisB Bar for old-world charm and Limoncello. 

From boutique shopping and vintage treasure hunting to long lunches, movies and cocktails, Paddington is a suburb that rewards a day spent wandering. Whether you're visiting for a few hours or making a full day of it, Paddington offers the perfect blend of style, character and local charm - with the Lexus NX making it easy to explore it all.

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