Day Tripping In Logan
South of Brisbane and a short detour off the Pacific Motorway, the city of Logan is a convenient and relatively undiscovered destination for day trippers and tourists.
Yet for those with a sense of adventure there’s plenty of great things, from temples to historic villages, parks to cafes and bush tea rooms, koalas, art galleries and multicultural markets to explore.
Here’s a sample of the many gems buried within the realms of Logan city’s many interconnected villages, with plenty to fill a day if you know where to look:
Start the day with breakfast at the Berlin Bistro in the small hamlet of Waterford or The Pantry HQ in Springwood, enjoy a coffee from Italian roastery cafe Simply Beans, take Devonshire Tea or High Tea in a bush setting at Devon Pixies and feast on some traditional NZ food at Grandma’s Kiwi Kitchen...more
One of Queensland’s best regional galleries, Logan Art Gallery plays host to some excellent touring exhibitions as well as showcasing works by great local artists in its Logan Art collection. Entry is free and there’s also a great gallery shop selling ceramics, jewellery, gifts and collectibles...more
Take a trip back in time to colonial days at this fascinating historic village and museum, incorporating cottages, post office, general store, council chambers, on-teacher school, fire brigade, lock up gaol cell, manned by mannequins in period dress and decked out with real paraphernalia from the past...more
The jewel in Logan’s crown would have to be these multicultural markets on Sundays. Here colourful ethnic crowds descend to barter for the region’s cheapest & most exotic fruit and vegetables, many from local market gardeners. Must try is the amazing South East Asian street food alley...more
Take an easy stroll through these picturesque wetlands, which feature a pelican-inhabited lake, boardwalks, bridges, paths through glades of scribbly gums and she oaks, with plenty of outlooks along the way. Near the car park is an interactive information centre, picnic and BBQ facilities...more
Hidden away in a commercial centre warehouse in Underwood is this virtual Aladdin’s cave of beautiful bespoke, sustainable and affordable furniture and unique homewares in a mix of retro, industrial and modern styles, much of it made from old buildings, boats, railway sleepers and doors...more
A rare chance to get up close and personal with koalas for free, Daisy Hill’s centre features a walk through an outdoor koala enclosure and a tower to climb for spotting them in the wild. There’s also an indoor educational centre screening films and some fun interactive activities...more
The old heritage-listed butter factory has been transformed into the Butterbox Theatre, an interesting local history museum (open 10-4 daily) and a mezzanine that is home to a local artists’ Arts and Crafts Co-Operative which is a great place to pick up handmade gifts...more
The local go-to for delicious traditional Middle Eastern sweets (pay by weight), Woodridge’s Mn-Oushy is also a good spot to stop for home-made falafel and a coffee, and there’s also a mini deli providore attached. In the shopping strip round the corner are other Mid-Eastern and African providores...more
