Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Brisbane City

"Cuddle a cute l’il Koala Bear at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and then head to the city centre to climb City Hall’s bell tower before finishing off the day with one of 200 beers from the Brews Brothers Microbrewery. One of my favourite places to stay in the city is Brisbane City Backpackers, which has its own onsite pub and a rooftop swimming pool with views across the entire skyline. All this from 21 bucks a night."

"The Parliament house is a glorious building made in 1867 that houses the Parliament of Queensland. It is fascinating to experience the atmosphere of the parliament, with its many chambers and rooms, each having interesting political stories hidden in the walls. The High Tea that is held on specific dates is highly popular for its lavish spread and variety of teas laid out by the resident chefs....Read more"

"Brisbane Parliament House is the seat of the Queensland State Parliament, which is a unicameral institution and the only parliament of its kind in Australia. Following the separation of Queensland from New South Wales in 1859, a grand building was ordered to be built. Robert Tiffin’s design was selected in 1863 following an Australia wide competition."

"Address: 373 Ann Street, Brisbane, Queensland (QLD), 4000, Australia Tel: +61 (0)7 3369 3301 St. Mary's Anglican Church was built in the mid-20th century and welcomes all religions. With striking architecture and a tall bell tower, Brisbane's St. Mary's also features many seasonal events throughout the calendar. Open hours: daily - hours vary Admission: free"

"OK, so technically this may not be one of the must-visit places IN Brisbane, but the capital of Queensland is the perfect jumping-off point for exploring some of the other magical places just a short drive away. From the Glasshouse Mountains to Noosa, and the Natural Bridge at Springbrook National Park to Cedar Creek and Surfers Paradise or Burleigh Heads, there is as much to see and do just outside of Brisbane as there is to see and do in the city. Additional reporting by Cassie Wilkins"

"Address: & Wharf Street, Brisbane, Queensland (QLD), 4000, Australia Tel: +61 (0)7 3831 9106 Located in the city centre, St. Andrews Lutheran Church is a traditional building, completed in 1905. Highlights at St. Andrews include stylish architecture, regular services and a number of concert events staged throughout the year. Open hours: hours vary Admission: free"

"Nitrogenie is a popular franchise that prepares some of the yummiest premium ice-cream. They use authentic ingredients and prepare their ice-cream with liquid nitrogen, hence the name of the franchise. They have a wide range of delicious flavors such as Dark Belgian Chocolate Vegan, Caramel Cafe Latte, and Lemon Sugar Pikelet."

"Shop 30, Stanley Street Plaza, South BankIndooroopilly Shopping Centre, Indooroopilly. Nitrogenie gets is name as their ice cream is made using liquid Nitrogen. Using only real food ingredients like actual creamy milk and real eggs, only quality ingredients are used to make their delectable flavours."

"Named after a city in Italy’s central northern region, Gelateria Cremona is surely a colourful taste of Italy in Brisbane. Sitting just a short stroll away from Gregory Park, the gelateria uses traditional Italian gelato making methods to create a mouthwatering range of gelato, sorbet and even granita. Visitors can expect to enjoy regular flavours like Cappuccino or Pistachio alongside some of their specials like Saffron & Rosewater, Dark Chocolate Sorbet and even Strawberry and Balsamic Vinegar gelato."

"If that’s not your thing though, there’s always flavours like Thai milk tea and liquorice, Anzac biscuits or durian. The flavours here are on a constant rotation, so make sure you get in regularly to try them all out. The ice cream is just like pure silk and the parlour itself has such an old-school vibe."

"Made fresh daily by a Swiss Italian artisan who sources his fruit and products personally, the gelati sold here has gained a reputation as the best in Brisbane."

"Our NEW Chocolate Oat dairy free treat comes served with banana and your choice of sauce - delicious!. Try it at a parlour near you. You’ll have an opportunity to enjoy the tastes of New Zealand when visiting this stylish ice-cream parlor."

"Situated at the Central Cafes, New Zealand Natural stocks premium ice cream, frozen yoghurt and sorbet in a range of flavours."

"28 Logan Road, Woolloongabba www.facebook.com/pearl.cafe.brisbane One of the early additions to Woolloongabba’s revamped Logan Rd Dining Precinct was Pearl. The Bistro-style eatery is open from Tuesday through Sunday, from 7am till late. Allpress Espresso Coffee is partnered with a seasonal menu that falls towards the creative over the standard in breakfast options."

"The Springwood Hotel’s Feast Buffet hosts a generous range that everyone can appreciate. The buffet offers soups, roasted meats, pizza, pasta, Asian dishes, fresh salads, and dessert. The Feast is open 7 days a week."

"Trove Bar & Restaurant is a stylish late-night eatery and bar in Brisbane's CBD housed in a stunning historic hotel"

"Being in the heart of fortitude valley, the mall is an easy-to-go option when you just want to relax and don’t want to enter much of the limelight. To satiate your hunger pangs, you can visit the small shops nearby!. You can enjoy the whole mall while walking up and down or by sitting still at one place!"