Joanna James
The third-largest city of Australia and the capital of Queensland, Brisbane attracts visitors to soak in the sun at a riverside setting with lush green parklands and plenty of walking and cycling paths. Take time to explore this clean and safe city, the cultural centres, museums and many more.
A fabulous attraction standing at a 60metres height, right at the South Bank Parklands, a must-try ride to have that rush of adrenaline, a feeling of adventure culminating in a breathtaking view of Brisbane stretching far into the distance. Taking just under 15 minutes, a daytime ride makes you get a panoramic view from atop the wheel. An evening ride makes it a magical experience with the capsules lit up against the twinkling of lights from the city below. Quite easy to access from your serviced apartments Brisbane CBD.
Being home to two well laid out botanic gardens, 'Botanic Gardens Mount Coot-tha' situated right at the foot of this tallest mountain in Brisbane and a little away from the city and 'City Botanic Gardens' snuggling at a curve of the Brisbane River right at the heart of the city. Pick the one of your choice to wander around an entire day. Both botanic gardens are well maintained and are a treat for your eyes and senses. Each of them has several interesting sections to see such as wild rainforest, Japanese Garden, ferns and cactus, Bonsai House etc. Pack a picnic and have a lazy day looking around and being serene as done by many guests from Oaks Brisbane on Margaret Suites.
Nestled between two parklands, New Farm Park and Powerhouse Park along the Brisbane River, this crowd-pulling venue used to be an abandoned powerhouse. The interior is unusual, still holding some of the old machinery, walls carrying novel graffiti art. The Power House is home to various cultural events, art exhibitions, comedy shows and many more with a packed event calendar. Complementing these are two excellent restaurants fuelling up the young and old who come to enjoy a show and to chill out here.
A bustling, modern development at the waterfront offering Brisbane's best foodie delights, exciting breweries as well as lifestyle options with spectacular views under the Story Bridge. Plan to visit the Wharves as dusk falls to enjoy your brew, the twinkling of the lights and stars and to satiate your gastronomic delights.
Make the most of the outdoor fun by visiting South Bank's Street Beach at the heart of the city. Enjoy the cool and clear water against your skin as you enjoy the view from the beach and have a frolicking time in the water. Alternately join a Brisbane Bicycle Tour or hire a bicycle and explore this fascinating city truly as a visitor using the dedicated paths. You would see and learn much in the process.
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
