River Activities

Tides of Brisbane
Editor's Pick

Tides of Brisbane Boat Tour

A 2-hour guided boat ride that sees Museum of Brisbane’s skilled tour guides lead you on a fascinating expedition to uncover some of the River City’s best stories

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A 2-hour guided boat ride that sees Museum of Brisbane’s skilled tour guides lead you on a fascinating expedition to uncover some of the River City’s best stories

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Here's a list of some of the best water activities for couples and families to be had out on the calm waters of the Brisbane River.

One Tree Canoe Adventures
Hire & Tours

One Tree Canoe Adventures

A family-owned canoe company offering a range of canoe hire and tours for a wide range of ages, abilities and skill levels
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Fiesta de Kayak, Riverlife Adventure Centre, Kangaroo Point
Riverlife Adventure Centre

Fiesta de Kayak

Riverlife brings fun fiesta vibes to Friday nights with a Mexican-themed twilight kayak adventure on the Brisbane River
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Cocktail Cruise River to Bay

River to Bay Cocktail Cruise

Take a river cruise on a custom-built boat to some of Brisbane's best cocktail bars
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Tides of Brisbane MoB

Tides of Brisbane Boat Tour

From Nov 2
The Tide returns! Museum of Brisbane’s Tides of Brisbane Boat Tour is back by popular demand for a second voyage this summer
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GoBoat Electric Picnic Boats Brisbane
Brisbane

GoBoat Electric Picnic Boats

Cruise the Brisbane River and see a whole new side to Brisbane on an electric picnic boat - and they're dog friendly!
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Brisbane Brewery Tours
Brisbane River

Brewery Tours

Gather your pals for a bar crawl with a difference - a brewery tour river cruise
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Coasting Around
Main Beach

Coasting Around Round Boat Hire

Coasting Around is the most fun and unique boating experience you can have with your family or friends
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Brisbane

Kayak Fun Tours

Ever wanted to try kayaking but don't know where to begin? Then check out these fun personal tours on the Brisbane river
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People on bikes and getting ready to canoe on Brisbane River next to Riverlife Adventure Centre in Kangaroo Pt
Kangaroo Pt

Riverlife Adventure

A thriving hotspot for all on-river and riverside activities is housed in the city’s singular remaining naval defence depot (circa 1888)
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Dirty Dancing

Dirty Dancing plus Hits of the 1980’s

Dirty Dancing comes to life on the big screen
Jun 9

Savour: Gin Botanicals

Take a Friday night deep dive into the world of sublime cocktails
Jun 9
Matthew Cheyne, Mitchell Fine Art

Matthew Cheyne - Keep Off The Grass

A new exhibition for Ipswich artist Matthew Cheyne
Until Jun 24
Australian Tattoo Expo, Brisbane

Australian Tattoo Expo

A world-leading tattoo event is coming to Brisbane
Jun 9-11
Pride Month Cruise Brisbane

Pride Month Cruise

Set sail for night of celebration and love on the Brisbane River
Jun 10
The Lost Thing QPAC

The Lost Thing

Shaun Tan's children's book is coming to life as a magical concert experience
Jun 10
Eagle Farm Racecourse

The Star Stradbroke Day

The season ends with a memorable end with a spectacular grand finale
Jun 10
Botanical High Tea

Botanical High Tea

Treat yourself to a little luxury at Brisbane’s newest high tea
Cloudland

Vintopia: Pretty in Pink

You’ll be tickled pink at this curated wine-tasting session
Jun 16
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RACQ Motorfest
EDITOR'S PICK

RACQ Motorfest

The ultimate car lover's day out returns to the iconic Brisbane Showgrounds with a spectacular auto exhibition
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RACQ Motorfest
Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular
MUST DO

Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular

The 2 day spectacular will feature Clydesdales great & small, Scottish pipe bands, caber tossing, haggis, a whisky bar, plus fun for all ages
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Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular
COMING UP

What's on in June in & Around Brisbane

From ABBA & Aretha Franklin tribute concerts, Pride cruise, Monet & The Impressionists exhibition, lantern parade & eco fair, some of the top things
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What's On in June 2023
This Weekend in Brisbane
THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to do Jun 9-11

From a spectacular lantern parade , mega tattoo expo, Pride cruise and gin-tasting to a new Latin American laneway bar & eatery, some top things to do
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This Weekend Jun 9-11
TOP VALUE

The Workshops Rail Museum Annual Pass

Whether you're a trainspotter, a rail romantic or a curious young explorer, take you an eye-opening journey through the state’s history
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The Workshops Rail Museum Annual Pass
Kangaroo Point Green Bridge coming soon
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