Brisbane, Australia- or, as the Lonely Planet dubs it, “Australia’s hippest city”. Brisbane borders the scenic Brisbane River, and is the third most populous city in all of Australia. Why pay a visit to the capital of the Australian state of Queensland? These three reasons might convince you: Brisbane is home to mountains and koalas and art galore, oh my! Read on to discover 5 reasons to visit Brisbane Australia!
1. Weather To Write Home About: Brisbane’s climate is perfect for people who enjoy a variety of weathers throughout the seasons, but are not partial to extreme cold. Brisbane summers are pleasantly warm and humid, while Brisbane winters remain dry and fairly warm. That means you can take a spin on Brisbane’s famous Ferris Wheel, The Wheel of Brisbane, all year round!
2. Say Hello to The Koalas: That’s right. Brisbane is home to the world’s very first Koala Sanctuary. The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary was founded in 1927, and to this day, remains the largest Koala Sanctuary in the world. Fancy a cuddle with a koala? Then hurry down to The Lone Pine: it’s one of the only places on the planet that allows humans to hold koalas. The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary also houses a kangaroo reserve that is home to over a hundred and fifty free kangaroos! Visitors are allowed to pet and feed the kangaroos, who roam happily and freely throughout the property. The Sanctuary is located just twenty five minutes from the downtown core by bus- that means it’s just a four dollar trip that will buy you memories to last a life time!
3. Kangaroo Point Cliffs: After making friends with the kangaroos at The Lone Pine, why not pay homage to the cliffs that share their name? The Kangaroo Point Cliffs sit at the center of the city of Brisbane. Stretching nearly sixty feet into the sky, the Cliffs offer a beautiful scenic view of the entire city. Spend the day climbing to the top, and reward yourself with a stroll through the charming Scout Park that rests atop the cliffs. Climbing not your strong suit? Hang out at the base of Kangaroo Point, in the parkland that overlooks the Brisbane River. Take a walk down the Story Bridge, a majestic bridge of steel and that holds the record for being the longest cantilever bridge in Australia.
4. Let’s go to the GOMA: Calling art lovers everywhere! Brisbane is home to the always-captivating Gallery of Modern Art. The GOMA is home to over 16,000 works of modern, historical, and contemporary art- there’s something for everyone to get lost in.
5. Compete the Trip with Coot-tha: Take a day trip to this Brisbane mountain and allow your mind to be blown by the panoramic views. Reaching to three hundred feet above sea level, Mount Coot-tha rests just six km from Brisbane’s central business district- close enough that it’s an easy trip to make, far enough that you get to feel like you’re being whisked away on yet another Brisbane adventure. On a clear day, you can see all the way to Moreton Island from the peak.
From climbing cliffs to admiring art to cuddling koalas, it’s clear that Brisbane is a destination location. Now that you’re familiar with the 5 reasons to visit Brisbane Australia, book your plane ticket, and get exploring!