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GOMA

During its relatively short existence GOMA has quickly established itself as the proverbial jewel in Brisbane’s visual arts crown.

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During its relatively short existence GOMA has quickly established itself as the proverbial jewel in Brisbane’s visual arts crown.

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Brisbane’s arts and cultural scene is thriving, with world class theatre, art galleries, dance and music, film and theatre as well as a host of museums and excellent libraries. Highlights are GOMA, Australia’s leading modern art gallery, the Queensland Ballet directed by Li Cunxin (Mao’s Last Dancer), Queensland Theatre and Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Brisbane’s unique indie arts centre the Brisbane Powerhouse. Brisbane also hosts first class festivals such as the annual 3 week Brisbane Festival and Brisbane International Film Festival and Brisbane Writers Festival.

New Farm

Bertholme

In the late 19th century the riverside of this part of new farm was lined with grand residences and ornate villas such as this sandstone one.

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Graceville

Beth Eden

Courier newspaper proprieter Charles Buzzacott was so impressed with the Courier building designed for him by the talented and ubiquitous Richard Gailey that he commissioned him to design this gracious villa.

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Milton

Bishopsbourne

Hidden amongst the trees on the hill behind the XXXX Brewery is this old brick See house, built in 1865-68 for Edward Tufnell, the first Anglican Bishop of Brisbane.

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Dutton Park

Boggo Road Gaol

Boggo Road Gaol opened in 1883 as a replacement for the dreaded Brisbane Gaol on Petrie Terrace and closed its heavy reinforced doors for the last time in 1992.

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Newstead

Booroodabin Bowls Club

As Queensland’s oldest bowls club, Booroodabin was founded in 1888 under the patronage of Lord Lamington

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Windsor

Boothville

The imposing Victorian villa Boothville began life as a stroke of luck for a lucky office manager of the Queensland National Bank.

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CBD

Brisbane Arcade

Built in 1923 on the site of notorious Patrick Mayne’s butcher shop, Brisbane Arcade is a splendid Edwardian baroque alley

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Brisbane City Hall

Brisbane’s first Town Hall was built in Queen St in 1864 and by 1882 was already inadequate to house the council chambers.

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Bulimba

Bulimba House

Built in 1849-1850 by early settler Andrew Petrie, this fine hand crafted Tudor style stone manor is one of Brisbane’s earliest surviving homes

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Fortitude Valley

Bulolo Flats

This brick Romanesque 2 storey building whose insides have seen better days, was built in 1934 at the behest of TC Beirne as a form of ‘safe’ accommodation for the girls who worked in his department store.

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CBD

Burnett Lane

Brisbane’s oldest lane dates from convict days when the block it cuts through on the Queens St side was the site of the Prisoner’s Cells and Barracks

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Wilston

Carpenter Hall House

This extraordinary four-storey tower was designed by architect Russell Hall for his sister in 1985 and subsequently became his most widely recognised work.

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Cbd

Central Railway Station

Central Railway Station forms a significant part of a heritage precinct that includes Anzac Square, the Shrine of Remembrance, the GPO and St Stephen’s

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john Mills Himself sign on building in Brisbane's Charlotte street.

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Charlotte St Group

A series of intact early 20th century buildings in a row, in what was once a light industry precinct just off the government precinct of George St.

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Deagon

Evergreen Taoist Temple

Within the 1991 built walls of this temple, the largest Taoist place of worship in the Southern Hemisphere, rituals that have been observed for thousands of years take place in four exquisitely ornate halls.

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Milton

Christ Church

Prolific Anglican church architect JH Buckeridge designed Christ Church, a simple Arts and Crafts inspired structure with a shingle roof that was built in 1891

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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Art of the Score: The Music of Joe Hisaishi

Experience Joe Hisaishi’s iconic Studio Ghibli music live with Queensland Symphony Orchestra in Brisbane.

Oct 2-3

Radiohead for Solo Piano: Live AV Set

Australian pianist Josh Cohen returns to QPAC with his acclaimed reimagining of Radiohead's iconic songs

Oct 3

MS Moonlight Walk

Brisbane’s annual lantern-lit moonlight walk to fight MS

Oct 10

Brisbane Celtic Festival

Brisbane Celtic Festival is a lively celebration of Celtic culture,

Oct 11

Cinematic: The Wonder of Animation

Experience the most beloved animated movie soundtracks

Oct 23-24

Horror Movie Campout

Horror Movie Campout is a full-on immersive overnight horror camping experience

Oct 24-25

Ladies standing in an art studio looking at art

Sandgate Art Society Creative Trail

Discover this northside art trail over two art-filled weekends

Oct 24-25, 30 & Oct 31 - Nov 1

WSW MEGA MANIA

Brisbane is in for a serious dose of international wrestling action

Oct 30

The Big Bounce

The world's biggest inflatable fun park has landed on the Gold Coast

7-8 Nov

Anastasia The Musical

The hit Broadway musical ANASTASIA arrives in Brisbane this September, bringing romance and adventure to QPAC

Anastasia The Musical

MUST DO

The Book of Mormon

Brisbane, the Mormons are back! The Tony®, Olivier® and Grammy® Award-winning The Book of Mormon is now playing at QPAC

The Book of Mormon

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Sep 25-27

School holiday fun, The Book of Mormon, a massive Jim Henson exhibition, Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, Anastasia The Musical, a lantern-lit trail kicks off and Brisbane Festival continues

This Weekend Sep 25-27

COMING UP

What's On in October In & Around Brisbane

From beloved musicals, unique exhibitions and live shows to Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers events, cinema programs and culinary experiences, the top things to do in and around Brisbane in October

What's on in October

EAT & DRINK

Sea High Tea

Landing at The Westin Brisbane's signature restaurant Batica Dining Sea High Tea trades the usual finger sandwiches for Australia's finest ocean produce

Sea High Tea

HOT TICKET

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

Jane Austen gets a hilarious musical makeover in this Olivier Award-winning comedy coming to Brisbane

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

MUST VISIT

Brisbane Festival 2026 at Brisbane Quarter

Brisbane Quarter is blooming this September, with a striking new installation, limited-edition dining experiences and plenty of pink-inspired treats in celebration of Brisbane Festival 2026

Brisbane Festival 2026 at Brisbane Quarter

THE GUIDE

September School Holiday Guide

Spring into the September school holidays with these fantastic activities, shows and events in and around Brisbane

September School Holidays 2026

MUSIC

Art of the Score: The Music of Joe Hisaishi

Experience Joe Hisaishi’s iconic Studio Ghibli music live with Queensland Symphony Orchestra in Brisbane

Art of the Score: The Music of Joe Hisaishi

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

A brand-new Nutcracker is coming to Brisbane

WIN a transformative escape to Eden Retreat valued at $8,000!

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WIN a 2-Night Stay over New Year's at BIG4 Gold Coast valued at $1300

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