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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?

City of Logan's Visitor Attractions

The City of Logan has plenty of unique visitor attractions that are worth taking a detour from the M1

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Wacol

Wolston Farmhouse

Wolston House is the oldest surviving residential farmhouse in the district, located on a property fronting onto the Brisbane River

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Stradbroke Island

Scooters On Straddie

Discovering stunning Stradbroke Island has never been easier or as much fun than Scooters on Straddie.

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Brisbane Cbd

Capri By Fraser

Capri by Fraser is a hidden stylish urban hotel in one of Brisbane CBD's most convenient locations

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South Bank

Emporium Hotel

Emporium Hotel South Bank is an exquisite boutique hotel that is the absolute jewel in the crown of Brisbane hotels.

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Ipswich

Cumquat House

Cumquat House is an elegant heritage-listed B&B that makes an ideal base to spend a night or two in Ipswich

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Mt Glorious

Phoenix Sculpture Garden

Phoenix Sculpture Garden is a contemplative paradise high up on beautiful Mt Glorious

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Holiday Resort

Big4 Sandstone Point Holiday Resort

Luxury villas and safari glamping tents nestled within the 34 hectare grounds of the iconic Sandstone Point Hotel

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Darlington

Cedar Glen Farmstay

Overlooking Lamington National Park, historic Cedar Glen Farmstay offers a unique opportunity to experience life on a real working farm

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Brisbane Cbd

Four Points By Sheraton

Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane offers fantastic inner-city Brisbane accommodation, perfect for couples, families or groups looking to explore the CBD

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View over Brisbane from Mt Coot-tha Summit

Best Free Things To Do In Brisbane

Check out these 20+ great free things to see and do in Brisbane for both visitors and locals

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Amberley

RAAF Aviation Heritage Centre

The RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre offers a fascinating display of aircraft and insight into SEQ’s military aviation history and opens to the general public

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Toowong & South Brisbane Cemetery

Brisbane Ghost Tours

Discover Brisbane's haunted cemeteries with mainland Australia's longest running Ghost Tours

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Qag

Australian Collection

An expansive reimagined collection of great artworks from our country is permanently on show at QAG

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Fortitude Valley

Sage Hotel James Street

Sage Hotel James Street is a stunning boutique hotel perfectly located in the bustling James St precinct, and within easy walking distance to

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Stradbroke Island

Minjerribah Camping

Go glamping on one of North Stradbroke Island’s best beaches, with 10 beachside luxury tents the jewel in the crown

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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