Top 5 things to do in Brisbane

Australia’s third largest city after Sydney and Melbourne, Brisbane is a major city as well as being the capital of the state of Queensland. As in the rest of Australia, the climate is ideal for a pleasant stay. The sun will be out, whatever the time of year. It’s always a good idea to remember that the seasons are not the same as in Europe. In Australia, summer runs from December to February, autumn from March to May, winter from June to August, and spring from September to November. Brisbane is a perfect destination for discovering Australia’s flora and fauna, with Moreton Island nearby, as well as tourist towns such as the Gold Coast.

1- Take an excursion to Moreton Island

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Description: As you saw a little earlier in the introduction, Moreton Island is a jewel of nature that’s a must-see during a stay in Brussels. To get to the island, you’ll need to take the ferry for a short 75-minute cruise on the clear waters of the Pacific Ocean. Once there, you’ll have the chance to try your hand at a number of activities, including snorkelling, kayaking and sand sliding on the dunes. Diving in these waters is an absolute marvel. Swim between the wrecks of Tangalooma, admire turtles, rays and all kinds of aquatic animals. You can also explore the island in 4×4 vehicles accompanied by a guide.

2- Sail the Brisbane River and visit the koala sanctuary

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Description : Aboard Mirimar Cruises, you’ll cruise the Brisbane River, an original way to discover the city while listening to anecdotes and history told by your captain. After just over an hour and a quarter of cruising, you’ll arrive at Lone Pine, the world’s largest koala sanctuary. You’ll have three hours to observe these animals, which are found exclusively in Australia. As well as discovering these very cute animals, you’ll have the chance to feed kangaroos and wallabies and, with a bit of luck, you might spot the platypus, which is found only in Australia. The return journey is by boat in an idyllic setting.

3- Discover THE Queensland brewery

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Description: Australians are great beer lovers. It’s common to have a drink at a traditional Australian barbecue. Each region has its own brewery, and in Queensland, this one is known throughout the country. It’s called XXXX Beer (pronounced “four X beer”). In an hour and a half, you’ll retrace more than a century of history. You’ll discover the brewing process right through to bottling. To round off the visit, you’ll be invited to taste a freshly-served beer.

4- Discover Brisbane’s sordid tales

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Description: Many people are interested in criminology. This is understandable, as crime stories generate a lot of interest and reaction in the media. For an hour and a half, you’ll follow your guide through the streets of historic Brisbane, discovering the dark stories that lurk on the streets, giving you a completely different perspective of Brisbane.

5- Climb Brisbane’s most iconic bridge

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Description: Inaugurated in 1940, the Story Bridge has become a symbol of Brisbane. It links the Fortitude Valley and Kangaroo Point districts. To do this, go under the Story Bridge to receive safety instructions. Once equipped, you will climb the stairs to begin your short ascent. During this activity, you’ll learn about the history of this bridge and Brisbane. Climbing this iconic bridge will give you a 360-degree view of the city.