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CityCat Ferry
Ollie #1 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 196 reviews
Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats
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Riverlife Adventure Centre
Ollie #2 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
5 of 5 stars 181 reviews

Riverlife offers different outdoor activities for everybody. Beginning from biking or rollerblading along the riverside, to rock climbing or abseiling at the Kangaroo Point... more »

Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
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South Bank Parklands
Ollie #3 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 165 reviews
Owner description: Choose from restaurants, cafes, a lagoon, a beautiful beach, playgrounds, gardens and walkways or barbecue and picnic areas to enjoy your day at South...... more » Owner description: Choose from restaurants, cafes, a lagoon, a beautiful beach, playgrounds, gardens and walkways or barbecue and picnic areas to enjoy your day at South Bank Parklands. « less
Attraction type  Parks; Game/ Entertainment Centres; Playgrounds
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Ollie #4 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 268 reviews

Keeps tourists & travelers informed about World of traveling. Very well article!  very simply in love with it and if you ask  to describe it in a word. Anyone can to know by... more »

Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  9.4 km from city centre
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Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha
Ollie #5 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 65 reviews
Owner description: An oasis for wildlife, the Gardens feature 52 hectares of plants from Australia and all around the world. Horticultural and art and craft shows are...... more » Owner description: An oasis for wildlife, the Gardens feature 52 hectares of plants from Australia and all around the world. Horticultural and art and craft shows are displayed in the Auditorium most weekends and free volunteer guided walks leave the Information Centre, Monday to Saturday (except public holidays) at 11 am and 1 pm. Alternatively you may like to explore the Gardens via one, or all, of the three self-guided trails available. « less
Attraction type  Gardens; Lookouts; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  5.0 km from city centre
The Brisbane River
Ollie #6 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 95 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
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Roma Street Parkland
Ollie #7 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 56 reviews
Owner description: Scenic park located right in the middle of the city features colorful subtropical gardens and Celebration Lawn, a green oasis for picnicking, flying...... more » Owner description: Scenic park located right in the middle of the city features colorful subtropical gardens and Celebration Lawn, a green oasis for picnicking, flying kites or just relaxing. « less
Attraction type  Gardens; Parks
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Suncorp Stadium
Ollie #8 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  43.6 km from city centre
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Bunya Mountains National Park
Ollie #9 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Attraction type  National Parks
Distance  159.3 km from city centre
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State Library Of Queensland
Ollie #10 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Attraction type  Libraries
Distance  2.0 km from city centre
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Queensland Performing Arts Centre
Ollie #11 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Owner description: One of Australia's best construction projects, this center is home to a performing arts complex, an art gallery, a museum and the State Library of...... more » Owner description: One of Australia's best construction projects, this center is home to a performing arts complex, an art gallery, a museum and the State Library of Queensland. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Theatres; Art Museums
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Story Bridge
Ollie #12 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 49 reviews
Attraction type  Bridges
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
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Brisbane Powerhouse
Ollie #13 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  2.5 km from city centre
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Story Bridge Adventure Climb
Ollie #14 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  43.6 km from city centre
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Harbour Day Spa
Ollie #15 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  43.6 km from city centre
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Mount Coot-tha Lookout
Ollie #16 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4 of 5 stars 107 reviews
Attraction type  Lookouts
Distance  7.0 km from city centre
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Eagle Street Pier
Ollie #17 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Attraction type  Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
Ollie #18 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Observatories/ Planetariums
Distance  5.5 km from city centre
Wheel of Brisbane
Ollie #19 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4 of 5 stars 71 reviews

This 60-metre ferris wheel is located in Brisbane's South Bank Parklands, and gives extensive views of the Brisbane Central Business District and surrounding suburbs. more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Museum of Brisbane
Ollie #20 of 112 attractions in Brisbane
4.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Owner description: Museum of Brisbane (MoB) celebrates Brisbane's contemporary culture, heritage and people. The museum's displays combine social history, visual arts,...... more » Owner description: Museum of Brisbane (MoB) celebrates Brisbane's contemporary culture, heritage and people. The museum's displays combine social history, visual arts, craft and design. MoB's exhibitions feature local and international artists, writers and craftspeople. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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