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Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

This family and pooch-friendly holiday park is like staying in a fun-filled adventure park

Brisbane is recognised as one of Australia's child-friendliest cities: from it's offerings in the arts (see our What's On For Kids in Brisbane section) to the abundance of open air spaces, fun kids parks and free outdoor activities and the year round climate to enjoy them.

Along with a spate of indoor options, including the brilliant free children's art centre at GOMA, the performing arts also get a look in with regular children's theatre, concerts and festival programs.

Eating out with young ones needn't be formulaic, with a decent helping of cafes and restaurants catering for families.

Plus, specialist shops and markets for growing needs can help make the shopping experience memorable for the right reasons.

And, Brisbane is a top spot when it comes to kids birthday party venues and ideas to make their special day a memorable one.

We've got everything covered for kids in Brisbane in this section.

Albion

Olive Thyme Turkish Cuisine

Olive Thyme Turkish Cuisine is arguably Brisbane’s best Turkish restaurant, located in a gorgeous heritage-listed 1920’s Albion building

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Bulimba

King Crab Co

King Crab Co in Bulimba is a casual American-style crab house and bar that is one of Oxford Street’s dining hotspots

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Harry Potter at Home

JK Rowling has launched the interactive website Harry Potter at Home to beat boredom

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Oxley

Black Milk Coffee

Black Milk Coffee is a hidden gem of a child and dog friendly cafe, with a creative industrial vibe and a Mexican influenced menu

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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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Morningside

1up Arcade

1UP Arcade at Morningside is the largest freeplay retro arcade in Australia, with over 400 sqm of arcade games, pinball machines & retro consoles

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Stones Corner

Stones Throw

Stones Throw is a funky café with a cool vibe serving single origins alongside a top-notch house blend with an inspired menu

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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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Binna Burra

Bellbird Lookout Walk

This rewarding and easy hike in the Binna Burra section of Lamington Park has many vantage points to enjoy three stunning vistas

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Coorparoo

Beyond The Pale

Beyond the Pale is a contemporary casual eatery and bar - the first dedicated bar for Coorparoo

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Tamborine Mountain

St Bernards Hotel

St Bernards Hotel, founded in 1911, is a historic hotel perched atop Mt Tamborine on the edge of an ancient volcanic escarpment

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Newstead

Mrs Brown's Bar & Kitchen

Mrs Brown's Bar & Kitchen serves up top-notch bar snacks and share plates alongside local craft beer, fine wine and top shelf spirits.

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Eagle Height Mountain Resort, Mt Tamborine

Tamborine Mountain

Eagle Heights Mountain Resort

Eagle Heights Mountain Resort boasts one of the best beer gardens in South East Queensland

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Birkdale

Ginger & Lime Café

Ginger & Lime is a cute café tucked away on Birkdale Road in the bayside suburb serving top-notch food and coffee

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Waterford

Castle Rumble

Logan’s best kept secret is Castle Rumble, a medieval-style 'castle' built brick by brick by Brian Rumble, an artist and sculptor

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Fun Historical Places For Kids Around Brisbane

Brisbane offers children and families a wide range of opportunities to experience living history. From an old world tram ride to

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