Joanna James
Brisbane is the busy capital of Queensland and is an amazing place to visit. From history to nature and entertainment, the city has much to offer. Here are a few places you ought to visit during your staycation here to make the most of Brisbane.
A visit to Brisbane is just not complete without a visit to the oldest koala sanctuary in the world, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. This sanctuary shelters about 100 species of animals including koalas who are indigenous to Australia. You will see kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, wombats, kookaburras, parrots and much more. It's perfect for animal lovers to discover the wildlife of Australia.
The collection of 13 volcanic mountains located on the coast of Brisbane was added to the Australian National Heritage List in the year 2006. Ngungun and Tibrogargan are the main mountains that are open to the public for a hike to the top. Grand views await at the peak and you'll find yourself surrounded by flora that is native to the country as well. It is a must-visit attraction recommended by many Brisbane hotels for tourists to explore.
For nature lovers, City Botanic Gardens is where you need to be when you visit Brisbane. The Weeping Fig Avenue, Riverstage and Bamboo Grove a just a few of the interesting places you will find within the garden complex. There are many beautiful ponds and you might even spot a few lovely birds. It is definitely one of the most relaxing places in this busy city and is just an 8-minute drive away from Oaks Brisbane Aurora Suites.
This is one of the most iconic attractions in Brisbane and makes for a wonderful photo backdrop as well. This bridge connects 3 of the most visited points in the city which are Brisbane CBD, Kangaroo Point and Fortitude Valley.
Of all the attractions in Brisbane, this 60-metre-tall Ferris Wheel allows you to get a 360-degree view of the city. Each of the capsules is equipped with air-conditioning and when each pod reaches the very top, it stops and an audio stating the best places to visit in Brisbane plays in the background. The ride is 12 minutes long which amounts to a total of 4 rounds.
This is one of the most visited places in Brisbane and is a centre for the display of very creative modern art. The place also has a Children's Art Centre and a Cinematheque as well. This art gallery also hosts exhibitions and other events that involve artists from across the globe.
This Peace Pagoda has been carefully worked on and is a beautiful piece of art that stands right in the middle of a forest grove in the parklands of Brisbane. You can check this out for a glimpse at Nepalese architecture in Brisbane.
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