Joanna James
South Bank – a sophisticated tourist hotspot in Brisbane! It offers something to all ages; may it be dining, drinks, things to see, or do, this inner neighbourhood of Melbourne has them all! Here are some of the free things that can be enjoyed by visitors to this wonderful city.
South Brisbane's Cultural Precinct is where you may come across the Queensland Art Gallery, which was opened in 1982. With so much art and architecture to embrace, it is considered as a fabulous place to visit during a vacation spent in South bank. Nature lovers would particularly love the recreation of scenery where animals of all kinds are gathered around a pristine lake, drinking away to quench their thirst. It is currently open to the public with COVID-19 measures in place with free timed-entry tickets ensuring only a limited number of visitors are in at a given time.
A landmark destination in Southbank, Streets Beach is Australia's only human-made beach. It boasts of a glistening blue lagoon that is nestled among soft white beaches and lush green vegetation. It is truly an oasis of striking beauty right in the heart of Brisbane City. Streets Beach is open all year round, and one may look forward to a relaxing time with their loved ones at this place. From this beach, some of the best restaurants, ice-cream bars and even pubs are situated within a walking distance. And there are lifeguards patrolling the beach at all times so it is quite a safe place to spend-a-day for the young and old alike.
Arts Centre in Southbank, Victoria has staged over 4,000 performances for over three decades. Located close to some of the best hotels Southbank has to offer such as WRAP on Southbank, it is a cultural and even an architectural icon in Melbourne, the cultural capital of Australia. Right under the venue's remarkable spire, you may find three theatres – the State Theatre, the Playhouse, and the Fairfax Studio. The State Theatre has one of the largest stages in the world. You can look forward to guided tours and even free exhibitions at this fascination place.
One of the most treasured architectural gems in Southbank, Nepalese Pagoda came into being in Brisbane as Nepal's contribution to World Expo 88 – it is the only remaining foreign exhibit on the site! A masterpiece by German architect Jochen Reier, this Peace Pagoda was furnished out of 80 metric tonnes of native Nepalese timber, directly from the Terai Jungle Forest in Nepal.
With an area of around one hectare is a privately-owned, rocky island called the Picnic Island. It is a great place to spot mutton birds and little penguins. It lies off the eastern coast of Tasmania. With a massive fig playground and a barbeque pavilion, it is an ideal destination to spend the day with your loved ones.
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