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Mr Percival's

This stunning overwater bar-restaurant is in the heart of the iconic Howard Smith Wharves precinct

Want to know which are the best hotels in Brisbane? Where to find the must-see galleries, museums and historical places? Where to head for wining and dining? Or just trying to figure out the best ways of getting around?

Newmarket

Wilston House

Wilston House has had a long and illustrious history since its construction in 1876 for William Wilson

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Brisbane

Old Windmill

Brisbane’s oldest building has many facets to its sometimes dark and brutal history and the oldest windmill in existence in Australia

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Windsor

Windsor Shire Council Chambers

The cuttings of busy Lutwyche Rd through Windsor's historical pocket have left the old Windsor Council Chambers on something of an island

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Woollangabba

Woolloongabba Post Office

The old Woolloongabba Post and Telegraph Office c1905 has a striking presence in the streetscape of Stanley St, thanks to its rich detailing and parapet.

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New Farm

Wynberg

Named after the South African town, this grand residence was built in the 1880’s and acquired by a stonemason G.C Willcock

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Milton

XXXX Brewery

There has been a brewery on this site since 1878 when the first Castlemaine Brewery was established alongside the Milton Distillery

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Petrie Terrace

Young's Shop House

This house c 1878 is unusual for both its two storey brick terrace style with only two rooms downstairs and one and a half bedrooms upstairs.

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Kingston

Kingston Butter Factory

The Kingston Butter Factory began life in 1907, at the height of Kingston's dairy farming days and as a timber structure

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Beenleigh

Beenleigh Historical Village

Leave the 21st century behind and time travel back to another century at Beenleigh Historical Village, a well-kept secret that which would have to rate as

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Ipswich

Mary's Place B&B

Authentic heritage charm and old-fashioned hospitality sum up Mary's Place, a peaceful B&B in central Ipswich

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Ipswich

Hardings Paddock

Hardings Paddock is an exclusive scenic campground that is surrounded by bushland, just 20 minutes from Ipswich

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Toowoomba

Cobb + Co Museum

Cobb + Co Museum, a must visit if in Toowoomba, is home to Australia’s finest collection of horse-drawn vehicles

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Brisbane & SE Queensland

Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights

Up, up and away! Discover the magic of ballooning with Floating Images, Brisbane’s closest hot air balloon flights

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Moreton Island

Glamping At Castaways

For those who have dreamed about camping on the paradise that is Moreton Island then glamping at Castaways is a dream come true

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Ocean View

Worldsaway Retreat

Worldsaway Retreat is a stunning eco friendly Ocean View retreat, just 50 minutes by car from Brisbane, yet literally worlds away

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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

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

Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival 2026

Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival 2026 is bringing colour, fashion and plenty of trackside fun from 10 Oct to 14 Nov

Oct 10 - Nov 14

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

Supanova Comic Con & Gaming 2026

Dust off your costumes! Supanova Comic Con is returning to Brisbane

Nov 6-8

Botanic By Night: NightGlow

A spectacular after-dark experience has transformed Brisbane's Botanic Gardens into an illuminated wonderland of native wildlife

Botanic By Night: NightGlow

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 Oct 2-4

A massive Jim Henson exhibition, Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, Anastasia The Musical, a lantern-lit trail and endless school holiday fun! Here are the top things to do in Brisbane and beyond this weekend:

This Weekend Oct 2-4

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

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)

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