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City Botanic Gardens

These splendid gardens are culturally significant as the only place in Queensland to have had a continuous uninterrupted horticultural history for a very long time

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These splendid gardens are culturally significant as the only place in Queensland to have had a continuous uninterrupted horticultural history for a very long time

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All the best parks in Brisbane listed from A to Z. Reviews and pictures.

Milton

Frew Park

Frew Park stands on the hallowed grounds of the iconic Milton Tennis Centre, where everyone from Australian tennis greats to international rock stars and boxers once held court.

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Brisbane's Secret Parks

Look hard enough around Brisbane and there's a myriad of secret pocket-sized parks and gardens

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Lota

Lota Park

A spectacular foreshore park with state of the art facilities and playground

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Red Hill

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.

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Coorparoo

Bowie's Flat Wetland

Bowies Reserve is a small and surprising retreat from the bustling revamped shopping centre nearby

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Bardon

Bowman Park

This park nestled in Bardon’s foothills is a peaceful shady ground for picnicking and small child’s play

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Yeronga

Brisbane Corso Reserve

Spread in a narrow ribbon along Yeronga’s riverfront is this peaceful park which is both a great locale for cycling, rollerblading and strolling

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Bulimba

Bulimba Riverside Park

With cross-river views to Teneriffe, this wide open green space has a playground, dog offleash area and BBQs

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Joyner

Bullocky Rest

Hugging the shores of Lake Samsonvale, this tranquil and spacious eucalypt treed reserve is arguably one of the best picnic and barbecue spots around

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Camp Mountain

Camp Mountain Recreation Reserve

While crowds flock to nearby Jollys Lookout, up on Camp Mountain a much smaller group of picnickers enjoy views of city and bay that are just as spectacular

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Capalaba

Capalaba Regional Park

This splendid green oasis features all abilities playground, a spacious dog off leash area, lily ponds and a myriad of paths.

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Kangaroo Point

Captain Burke Park

Nestled at the base of the Story Bridge’s imposing south pylon is this park with one of the city’s most striking outlooks

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Walk near river inside the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, CBD

CBD

City Botanic Gardens

Hugging the river, these splendid gardens have had a continuous horticultural history for 150+ years

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Murarrie

Colmslie Beach Reserve

Colmslie Reserve is an eden-like grove and parkland, complete with sandy beach, that appears like a mirage down a long tree-lined drive in the midst of an industrial area of Murarrie

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Ipswich Central

Denmark Hill Conservation Park

There are two entrances to this tract of preserved bushland over the top of sealed off mine tunnels in Ipswich's heart.

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Ashgrove

Dorrington Park Enchanted Forest

Aside from the cockatoo and galah hillside gatherings, the best part of Dorrington Park is the colourful storybook Enchanted Forest

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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Xavier Rudd – Raising Funds for HEAL

See Xavier Rudd live in Brisbane for a powerful night of music supporting HEAL

Aug 26

Burning of the Vines

The spectacular event has it all - fire, food and (most importantly) fine wine!

Aug 29

Grand View Hotel 175 Year Anniversary

The iconic Grand View Hotel will celebrate 175 years with a huge one-day celebration

Aug 29

Strong is the New Pretty - Brisbane Festival

Suzie Miller brings Strong is the New Pretty to the Playhouse for Brisbane Festival

Sep 1-19

Koreaboo

The sharply funny Koreaboo makes its La Boite Theatre debut from 2 to 19 September.

2-19 Sep

The Choir of Man - Brisbane Festival

The Choir of Man features sensational singers perform foot-stomping singalongs, brimming with hits.

Sep 3-26

Mama Does Derby - Brisbane Festival

Mama Does Derby is a theatre show about a single mum, daughter and a new life coming to the Brisbane Powerhouse.

Sep 3-5

Galvanized - A Festival of Heritage

Galvanized showcases the finest heritage experiences & events

Sep 4-13

Bright Nights by ANZ

Bright Nights by ANZ transforms the Brisbane River into a dazzling, choreographed canvas of water, light, and sound

Sep 4-26

Table Mation 3D Dining Experience

The world's #1 3D dining experience has landed at Waterloo Bay Hotel in Wynnum

Table Mation 3D Dining Experience

MUST DO

Origins Italian Cooking Classes

Bring a taste of Italy to your kitchen with Origins Italian Cooking Classes, where authentic recipes, family traditions and the joy of gathering around the table take centre stage

Origins Italian Cooking Classes

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Aug 21-23

From a vibrant Ukrainian festival, a medieval fantasy weekend and Brisbane’s biggest trackside party of the year, to a dazzling Barbra Streisand tribute and a brand-new romance-only bookstore

This Weekend Aug 21-23

Brisbane Festival - Festival Village South Bank

COMING UP

What's on in September in & near Brisbane

From Brisbane Festival taking over the city to the magical Jim Henson blockbuster at QAGOMA and Laidley Spring Festival, the best things to do in and around Brisbane in September:

What's on in September 2026

FATHER'S DAY

Father's Day at Walkabout Creek

Escape to the bush this Father’s Day and treat Dad to a delicious buffet breakfast or lunch at Walkabout Creek Cafe

Father's Day at Walkabout Creek

BEST OF BRISBANE

50+ Best Restaurants in Brisbane

Looking for the best restaurants in Brisbane? Then check out this guide for the must-do dining experiences from the city to the suburbs

Best Restaurants in Brisbane

Best Of Brisbane

Brisbane's Best 50 Bars

Whether you're after breezy drinks by the river, a stiff whiskey in an underground bar, a cosy laneway hideaway or a rooftop with views, here's 50 of Brisbane's best bars

Best Bars in Brisbane

Experience the wit, elegance and enduring brilliance of Gilbert & Sullivan