Joanna James
No tour of Brisbane would be complete without a stopover at South Bank. It is often regarded as one of the main recreational areas of the city. From exploring the area's cultural landmarks to enjoying some time in the water, here are 5 of the best thing to do in this vibrant part of the city.
As the main reason why most tourists head to South Bank in the first place, no visit to this recreational wonderland would be satisfactory without splashing around the area's only manmade beach. Aptly named Streets Beach, this city beach is the perfect venue to enjoy a swim in the ocean or the pool. There are lifeguards on duty all day long so families with small children need not worry about the safety of their offspring when spending time at the only artificial beach to occupy a city centre in all of Australia. Accessible to all free of charge, those who visit Brisbane during Christmas time will be able to catch a film at an open-air movie theatre that is set up for the holiday season.
Tourists based at The Milton Brisbane or any other Milton accommodation providers should take time out to shop at the South Bank Brisbane Market. Taking place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, this bustling thoroughfare, which is a collective market, takes place from 12 pm onwards on Fridays while the weekend market is open to the public from 10 am to 9 pm. As a collection of several markets, a majority of the stalls are located at the Stanley Street plaza and those in search of locally produced food items and souvenirs will find enticing options to take back home as gifts or keepsakes.
Whether one is an art enthusiast or simply a tourist interested in South Bank's cultural attractions, a tour of the Queensland Art Gallery of Modern Art is bound to be a memorable experience. Affectionately called GOMA, the exquisite exhibitions on show at the gallery include some of Australia's finest painters and sculptors. The Queensland Art Gallery of Modern Art's most popular exhibitions in the recent past has included a series by Yayoi Kusama.
Home to some of Brisbane's top restaurants and cafes, wining and dining in South Bank is a true treat for the senses. In addition to exploring newer additions to the area's restaurant scene such as Cowch Dessert Cocktail Bar and the Hop and Pickle Pub, visitors should also sit down for a scrumptious meal at the Mado Turkish Restaurant, The Stokehouse, and Julius Pizzeria.
Another fantastic free access attraction in Brisbane is, of course, the interactive splash centre known as Aquativity. This one of a kind activity base offers children and adults of all ages the chance to take part in a host of water-bound adventures with lifeguards patrolling the enclave to ensure the safety of visitors. Designed with family fun in mind, a few hours at Aquativity is the best way to cool off during a warm summer day in Brisbane.
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