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Brisbane Jetski Adventure Tours

Experience Brisbane and the bay a whole new way with Trident Jetskis, offering two epic guided experiences designed to showcase the city’s river and bay from the water

Read On Brisbane Jetski Adventure Tours

Experience Brisbane and the bay a whole new way with Trident Jetskis, offering two epic guided experiences designed to showcase the city’s river and bay from the water

Read On Brisbane Jetski Adventure Tours

With its wealth of nature and mild climate, life in Brisbane is best lived outdoors, with hundreds of walks, parks, bike rides, beaches and pools as well as river activities, theme parks and games to choose from below:

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Mt Coot-Tha Picnic Spots

Mt Coot-Tha boasts some of Brisbane's most beautiful bush picnic and BBQ areas, which are also the gateway to a myriad of popular bushwalks
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Grey Gum Picnic Area, Mt Coot-Tha, Brisbane, State Forest, bush walks, wheelchair friendly, eucalypt forest
Mt Coot-Tha
Grey Gum Picnic Area
Grey Gum Picnic Area is a shady picnic spot on the eastern side of Mt Coot-Tha
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Logan Gardens Water Park
Logan Central
Logan Gardens Water Park
Cool down at Logan Gardens' water park featuring totem poles, a pop jet plaza, and dumping bucket
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Herd of llamas at the Llama Farm, Ipswich
Ipswich
Llama Farm
Roam around with a herd of llamas at Ipswich's very own Llama Farm
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Beenleigh BMX and Skate Park
Beenleigh
Beenleigh BMX and Skate Park
Australia's first international-standard BMX freestyle and skate park cane be found in Beenleigh
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Scenic Rim Golf Adventure
Pterodactyl Helicopters
Scenic Rim Helicopter Golf
Experience the ultimate golfing adventure with Pterodactyl Helicopters in the stunning Scenic Rim
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Statue & steps in Phoenix Sculpture Garden
Mt Glorious
Phoenix Sculpture Garden
Phoenix Sculpture Garden is a contemplative paradise high up on beautiful Mt Glorious
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Eagleby Wetlands
Eagleby
Eagleby Wetlands
Eagleby Wetlands is home to a flourishing bird population, diverse walking trails and secluded picnic spots
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Forest Lake Parklands Forest Lake
Forest Lake
The Lake Parklands
The Lake Parklands is an idyllic spot to enjoy nature, with plenty of picnic areas and playgrounds dotted alongside picturesque Forest Lake
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Mt Edwards Moogerah Peaks National Park
Moogerah Peaks National Park
Mt Edwards Hike
Mt Edwards is one of the peaks overlooking the magnificent Lake Moogerah, and is part of Moogerah Peaks National Park
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Cougal Cascades Springbrook National Park Currumbin Valley
Currumbin Valley
Cougal Cascades
A part of Springbrook National Park, Cougal Cascades is home to a stunning waterfall and an easy, but beautiful, rainforest walk
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North Lakes Environmental Park Woodside
Environmental Park
North Lakes
North Lakes Environmental Park is like a mini-Kakadu near Brisbane - a protected wetland eco-system home to 29 species of native birds
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Tamborine Mountain
Palm Grove Rainforest Circuit
Pademelons, palm trees and cathedral buttresses are all features of this exclusive easy grade walk of around 1 hr via this etherereal circuit
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Goomburra Valley Hikes
Hikes
Goomburra Valley
Goomburra Valley offers a world of unspoiled natural beauty for bush walkers who like to get off the beaten track, with a variety of unique walks to be had
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White Rock, Spring Mountain Conservation Park
Spring Mountain Conservation Park
White Rock Hike
The hike to majestic White Rock in Spring Mountain Conservation Park is approximately 6 km return and is great for the whole family
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Mt Cordeaux, Cunningham's Gap, Scenic Rim
Hike
Mt Cordeaux
The 6.8km Mt Cordeaux hike is a really great option for families wanting to do a walk that is a bit of a challenge for young kids
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Weddings & Parties Over Coffee

Weddings & Parties Over Coffee

Experience the beauty, wit and timeless brilliance of Bach
Aug 5
Second Coming La Boite Theatre

Second Coming

La Boite Theatre presents Second Coming, a love letter to Earth wrapped in corporate salvation
Aug 6-22
Vanessa Amorosi

Final Night Show - Queensland Fringe Festival

Australia’s biggest voices come together for Queensland Fringe’s spectacular Final Night.
Aug 7
Table Mation 3D Dining Experience Waterloo Bay Hotel, Wynnum

Table Mation 3D Dining Experience

Table Mation at Waterloo Bay Hotel is about to transform the way Brisbane dines
From Aug 7
Bundaberg Rum Country Music Raceday

Bundaberg Rum Country Music Raceday

Round up your mates and get ready for a raceday like no other!
Aug 15
Better Off Red Night Feast

Better Off Red

Better Off Red blends bold flavours, fine wine and unforgettable entertainment
Aug 16
Night Feast Three Food Memories – Live Brisbane Powerhouse

Three Food Memories – Live

Brisbane audiences are invited to experience the connection between memory and food
Aug 16
Jonathan Biggins in The Gospel According to Paul

The Gospel According to Paul

The critically-acclaimed one-hander play returns to QPAC's Playhouse
Aug 18-23
Alexandra Flood with Jonathan Henderson & Vatche Jambazian: There’s nothing like a Dame

There’s nothing like a Dame

Experience an unforgettable evening of soaring vocals and timeless classics
Aug 20-22
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EDITOR'S PICK

GreazeFest 2026

GreazeFest, the iconic hot rod and rockabilly festival, is back for three huge days of cool cars, live music and kustom kulture
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GreazeFest 2026
People in cake class
MUST DO

International Cake Show Australia

From full day workshops to mini decorating classes, there's something for everyone at the International Cake Show Australia
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International Cake Show Australia
Luminous Lantern Parade
THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do July 31- Aug 2

Australia's favourite hot red fest cruises into town, Ben Lee takes the stage at On The Green, Luminous Lantern Parade returns to South Bank Parklands and an American-style sports bar opens in the city
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This Weekend July 31 - Aug 2
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:
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What's on in September 2026
DINING DESTINATION

Sipping and Snacking on King St

King Street has become one of Brisbane's premier dining destinations, serving up everything from award-winning restaurants and global flavours to casual eats, cocktails and decadent desserts
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Sipping and Snacking on King St
The Summit Restaurant
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
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Best Restaurants in Brisbane
The Gatsby Bar
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
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Best Bars in Brisbane
A Spectacular Barbra Streisand Tribute Hits QPAC
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