A Chef’s Guide to Dining Out in the Brisbane CBD
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Brisbane
Brisbane is a sophisticated urban city, jam-packed with cultural experiences, shopping precincts and world-class sporting events. So whether you're here for a few days or a few weeks, make the most of your stay in Brissie (as the locals know it) with our travel guide.
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Places to stay
Whether you're travelling for business or pleasure, a week or weekend, the Brisbane CBD offers a wide range of accommodation options from luxury hotels to family-friendly apartments and motels.
For a romantic escape or a girl’s weekend away, look no further than The Carlie Hotel. With a tropical poolside vibe and day-spa, it’s the place to stay in James Street. Fortitude Valley also offers a range of contemporary guest rooms and luxury hotels, close to boutique clothing stores, happening nightlife and upbeat music stores.
Visiting Brisbane for a major sporting event? Sports fans have plenty of hotels to select from near Suncorp stadium, a short walk to the action. Let us help you plan your stay to find a great hotel deal available in Brisbane city.
Things to do
You haven’t really seen Brisbane until you’ve been on a CityCat ferry – the smoothest way to travel to the CBD, South Bank and New Farm Park. Another fun outing is the picturesque walk along the over-water pathway from New Farm to the CBD stopping at Howard Smith Wharves precinct. Refuel at one of the many trendy restaurants.
South Bank and Roma Street Parkland are Brisbane’s premier inner-city outdoor recreation spots. Refresh for free in the sparkling lagoon surrounded by white, sandy beaches and sub-tropical plants.
But venture beyond the city limits to the leafy riverside neighbourhood of Sheewood and you’ll be rewarded with sprawling lush parkland, along with wetlands and lagoons that are home to an array flora and fauna. Take the time to plan your visit and discover one of the many attractions on offer.
Where to go
South Bank
Known as Brisbane’s living room, South Bank is where locals go to unwind. Stretching from the Gallery of Modern Art in the north to the Queensland Maritime Museum in the south, it's famous for its mix of entertainment, recreation and leisure activities that are all within walking distance of each other.
Food and drink
Kick back in a beer garden in one of the transformed shipping containers in Fortitude valley, the hip space spans three levels, including a rooftop bar and alfresco courtyard. A delightfully organic alternative is the area at Wandering Coos in South Brisbane, where you can dine on fresh produce in an urban herb garden.
Getting around
At the airport: from Brisbane Airport, travel into the city centre via taxi or the AirTrain. Alternatively, you can pre-purchase an arrival transfer shuttle.
In and around the city: Brisbane has an excellent integrated transport system with buses, trains and ferries. There are a range of ticket options including a daily ticket. Walking and cycling are also a great way to get around on more than 1,100km of dedicated pathways.
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