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Our reputation as a ‘big country town’ no longer applies; sure we’re country at our core, but today we’re plenty cosmopolitan with a shiny collection of cultural offerings to match.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EResiding within our city’s walls aren’t just 2.4 million people, but a burgeoning population of cafes, restaurants, bars, galleries, green spaces and more, all worthy of any of our southern cousins. That’s not mentioning the multiple multi-million dollar precincts arising, from \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/06/03/howard-smith-wharves-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EHoward Smith Wharves\u003C/a\u003E to Queen’s Wharf.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf that’s not enough justification as to why you should visit Brisbane, read on.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhy visit Brisbane?\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-407462 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/teq-brisbane-shoot-190719_south-bank-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"TEQ Brisbane Shoot 190719_South Bank\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/teq-brisbane-shoot-190719_south-bank-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/teq-brisbane-shoot-190719_south-bank-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/teq-brisbane-shoot-190719_south-bank-768x512.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/teq-brisbane-shoot-190719_south-bank-335x223.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/teq-brisbane-shoot-190719_south-bank-1050x700.jpg 1050w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/teq-brisbane-shoot-190719_south-bank-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe’re not ones to brag, but our River City these days gives the likes of Sydney and Melbourne a run for their money. Some of the country’s best restaurants reside within Brisbane, neighbouring a plethora of cafes, coffee houses, bars, pubs, and clubs that wouldn’t be out of place in a far larger metropolis. And that’s not mentioning the collection of craft breweries we have up our sleeve; Brisbane is after all, home to the biggest collection of them in Australia.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EConsider us culturally devoid? Not only is Brisbane home to one of the country’s most revered art galleries (\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/en-id/attraction/queensland-art-gallery-and-gallery-of-modern-art-qagoma\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGOMA\u003C/a\u003E of course), but a flourishing live music community, and annual festivals to incubate local talent. Especially in \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/west-end-and-south-brisbane\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EWest End\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/fortitude-valley\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EFortitude Valley\u003C/a\u003E, which houses the annual BIGSOUND and Valley Fiesta.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBut it’s not just what’s inside our city’s borders that will tempt you to visit. Our surrounding natural wonders are plentiful, with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2017/05/29/how-to-do-australias-largest-sand-islands-in-9-days/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ethree sand islands\u003C/a\u003E off the neighbouring coast, and the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/gold-coast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGold Coast\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/sunshine-coast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E both within arm’s reach (or around 100km anyway).\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhen should you plan a trip?\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_401336\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-401336\" class=\"wp-image-401336\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brisbane-city-vickijanefletcher-.jpg\" alt=\"Why visit Brisbane: Brisbane weather\" width=\"691\" height=\"864\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brisbane-city-vickijanefletcher-.jpg 1080w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brisbane-city-vickijanefletcher--240x300.jpg 240w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brisbane-city-vickijanefletcher--768x960.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brisbane-city-vickijanefletcher--553x691.jpg 553w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brisbane-city-vickijanefletcher--335x419.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brisbane-city-vickijanefletcher--1050x1313.jpg 1050w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-401336\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/vickijanefletcher/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@vickijanefletcher\u003C/a\u003E via \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/visitbrisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@visitbrisbane\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe’re rather lovely year-round, if we do say so ourselves. Brisbane boasts warm weather and sunny skies the majority of the time; 261 days of sunshine to be exact. We are located in the Sunshine State after all.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESummer runs from November through March. This period is hot and muggy, with temperatures hovering between 31-33°C, so don’t forget to pack your swimwear. You will be relieved to hear, however, that \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/11/22/brisbane-forecast-things-to-do-when-it-rains/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Esummer storms are common\u003C/a\u003E, offering a welcome reprieve from the lingering humidity. If you tend to gravitate towards cooler weather, save your visit for winter (June through August), when the thermometer reads 20-25°C (68-77°F). Conveniently, this also means you won’t need your jacket.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThose armed with a camera should wait for spring. This is the most picturesque time of year, with the Jacaranda trees in bloom, sending a sea of purple flowers across the city.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EHow to spend your time\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_401333\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-401333\" class=\"wp-image-401333 size-standard-portrait\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brisbane-street-art-jadekristel--691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"Why visit Brisbane: Brisbane street art\" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-401333\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EStreet art by r_o_n_e, part of \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/thepillarsproject/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@thepillarsproject\u003C/a\u003E | Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/jadekristel/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@jadekristel\u003C/a\u003E via \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/visitbrisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@visitbrisbane\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EChoose your own adventure; Brisbane has something to cater to every interest and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/11/06/cheap-and-free-things-to-do-in-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eevery budget.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFoodies will find themselves in a city armed with a blossoming number of fine diners, specialty bars and craft breweries. While the culturally inclined will find solace in the impressive array of artistic precincts in South Bank and Fortitude Valley; \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/queensland-art-gallery-and-gallery-of-modern-art-qagoma\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGOMA\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/queensland-performing-arts-centre-qpac\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EQPAC\u003C/a\u003E, Judith Wright Centre, and Brisbane Powerhouse are just the beginning.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOr perhaps working up a sweat in the great outdoors is more up your alley. There’s plenty on offer here for the adventurous. Hike or cycle your way to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/08/07/must-do-brisbane-mount-coottha/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMt Coot-tha summit\u003C/a\u003E, cool off with a\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/09/23/waterfalls-swimming-holes-near-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E dip in a local waterfall\u003C/a\u003E, or abseil your way down the iconic \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/kangaroo-point-cliffs\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EKangaroo Point Cliffs\u003C/a\u003E. That’s not forgetting the city’s most famous resident, the Brisbane River. Get better acquainted with the watery stretch with a kayak down its length, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/07/25/things-to-do-in-brisbane-at-night/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eday or night.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhere to eat and drink\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_401335\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-401335\" class=\"wp-image-401335\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/grecarestaurant.jpg\" alt=\"Greca restaurant\" width=\"691\" height=\"864\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/grecarestaurant.jpg 1080w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/grecarestaurant-240x300.jpg 240w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/grecarestaurant-768x960.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/grecarestaurant-553x691.jpg 553w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/grecarestaurant-335x419.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/grecarestaurant-1050x1313.jpg 1050w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-401335\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/grecarestaurant/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@grecarestaurant\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe have no shortage of eateries here in Brisbane, so we hope you’ve brought your appetite. Cafes, bars, and restaurants reside in clusters, not just in the inner city, but further afield in the suburbs.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECafe culture is alive and well in the Sunshine State, with brunch a particular specialty. Make your way to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/new-farm-and-teneriffe\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ENew Farm\u003C/a\u003E, Fortitude Valley or \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/paddington\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EPaddington\u003C/a\u003E for a quality coffee and a morning meal. James Street, Latrobe Terrace, and Merthyr Road are awash with options for all budgets.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECasual bites? We’ve also got them in ample supply. Forage through the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/11/28/best-brisbane-laneways/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EValley’s laneways\u003C/a\u003E for a quick bite, or West End for a bevy of BYO options. And then there’s the growing collection of fine diners, clustered among \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/06/03/howard-smith-wharves-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EHoward Smith Wharves\u003C/a\u003E, James Street, and the heart of the CBD.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDrinking holes? We’ve got them too. \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/04/26/brisbane-craft-beer-crawl/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EAn impressive population of craft breweries\u003C/a\u003E line the streets of Newstead, West End, and Albion. But specialty bars are just as bountiful, from the clandestine alley of Burnett Lane to the outer suburbs of Ashgrove.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EBest day trips\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-26038 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/hiking-in-the-scenic-rim-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Hiking in the Scenic Rim\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/hiking-in-the-scenic-rim.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/hiking-in-the-scenic-rim-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/hiking-in-the-scenic-rim-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe conveniently sit on the doorstep of two of Australia’s favourite coastal stretches; to the north is the Sunshine Coast and south is the Gold Coast. Those eager to venture a little further for a swim can choose to escape the mainland to splash about in the shallows at nearby islands \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/08/02/48-hours-north-stradbroke-island/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EStradbroke\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2017/01/05/48-hours-on-moreton-island/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMoreton\u003C/a\u003E or \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/10/17/48-hours-on-fraser-island/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EFraser\u003C/a\u003E. But if you’re feeling lazy you need not travel far; \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2014/05/06/what-to-do-in-brisbane-and-moreton-island/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane’s bayside\u003C/a\u003E sits just a 25 minute drive away from the CBD.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOutdoor types will be relieved to hear that a day trip visit from \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/06/25/best-day-trips-from-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane isn’t limited to seaside escapes\u003C/a\u003E. A saunter west will see you greet a gathering of quaint regional towns, and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2017/08/09/48-hours-in-the-scenic-rim-for-couples/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ehinterland\u003C/a\u003E well worth a day’s exploration.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhere to stay\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_409945\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-409945\" class=\"wp-image-409945 size-standard-portrait\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/litzwashere-instagram-61-ig-17878843714426329-691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"The Calile Hotel\" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-409945\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/litzwashere/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@litzwashere\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou’ll find \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/02/27/best-brisbane-accommodation/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eno shortage of hotels \u003C/a\u003Ewithin our city walls, particularly for the design-inclined. We’re in the midst of an accommodation boom, with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/10/23/new-hotels-in-brisbane-city/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E13 new hotels\u003C/a\u003E welcomed to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/brisbane/places-to-visit/brisbane-city\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane City\u003C/a\u003E in 2018 alone.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe more discerning of guests will want to take a look at Fortitude Valley, where suave new additions \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/the-calile-hotel\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EThe Calile Hotel\u003C/a\u003E, and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/ovolo-the-valley\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EOvolo The Valley\u003C/a\u003E reside. Nearby in the midst of the CBD sits the lavish new \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/w-brisbane\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EW Hotel \u003C/a\u003E(the brand’s first in Australia), and The Westin. Just slightly further afield is \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/emporium-hotel-south-bank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EEmporium South Bank\u003C/a\u003E, and Art Design Hotels’ \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/art-series-the-fantauzzo\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EThe Fantauzzo\u003C/a\u003E in the Howard Smith Wharves.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf the concrete jungle isn’t for your, don’t fret. There’s ample accommodation scattered across the beaches and hinterland fringing our borders, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/06/07/snuggle-up-cabin-and-cottage-near-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ecabins and cottages\u003C/a\u003E included. Forgoing the city altogether is an option too; Brisbane’s outskirts offer plenty of potential for those who prefer to sleep under the stars. Some of the city’s \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/02/16/family-camping-near-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ebest campsites\u003C/a\u003E are just a 30 minute drive away.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhat’s the best way to travel?\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45132\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/brisbane-citycat1.jpg\" alt=\"CityCat | A complete backpackers guide to Brisbane\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/brisbane-citycat1.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/brisbane-citycat1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/brisbane-citycat1-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe’re not short on space in this city, which means if you’ve come armed only with your own two feet, you may find yourself in trouble.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBrisbane winds its way around a river, which means a car can be handy for covering ground. If you do find yourself without a set of wheels, follow the locals’ lead and utilise the CityCat ferry system which makes its way throughout. The CityHopper in particular will even take you throughout the inner-city circuit for free.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you are less inclined to take to the waterways, grab a Lime Scooter or City Cycle and make your own way.\u003C/p\u003E\n","title":"Content",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"date":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1575572448000,"title":"Date",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"date_modified":{"dataType":"calendar","value":1580941500000,"title":"Date Modified",":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"excerpt":{"dataType":"string","value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Queensland capital is all grown up.\u003C/p\u003E\n","title":"Excerpt",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"slug":{"dataType":"string","value":"why-visit-brisbane","title":"Slug",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"featured_image":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/136980-56.jpg","title":"Featured Image",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"post_thumbnail":{"dataType":"string","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/136980-56.jpg","title":"Post Thumbnail",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false}}},"editorial_introducti":{":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-introduction"},"editorial_hero_banne":{"title":"Why you should visit Brisbane: here's everything you need to know","layoutVariation":"standardWidth","tag":{"colour":"#365ABD","text":"Guide"},"breadcrumbItems":[{"active":false,"title":"Home","url":"/content/teq/in/en/home.html"},{"active":false,"title":"Brisbane ","url":"/content/teq/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane.html"},{"active":true,"title":"Why visit Brisbane","url":"/content/teq/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/why-visit-brisbane.html"}],"gallery":{"mediaCollection":[{"mediaType":"image","mediaProps":{"fileFormat":"","sku":"","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/editorial-hero-banner/2020_BNE_Southbank_CityExperience_136980.jpg","alt":"southbank","title":null,"link":null,"mobileSrc":"","attribution":null,"quality":60},"mediaPropsSlide":null}]},":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-hero-banner"},"editorialauthor":{"name":"Sarah Bristow","resourcePath":"/content/teq/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/why-visit-brisbane/jcr:content/root/responsivegrid/editorialauthor","publishedDateISO":"2020-05-08T12:30:42.742Z",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorialauthor","image":{"src":"/home/users/p/pZkvHY4rgWa9z9nLWRp2/profile.profile.image","alt":"Sarah Bristow"}},"editorial_description":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/brisbane\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E may be underestimated in Australia’s city stakes, but we don’t hold grudges. Our reputation as a ‘big country town’ no longer applies; sure we’re country at our core, but today we’re plenty cosmopolitan with a shiny collection of cultural offerings to match.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EResiding within our city’s walls aren’t just 2.4 million people, but a burgeoning population of cafes, restaurants, bars, galleries, green spaces and more, all worthy of any of our southern cousins. That’s not mentioning the multiple multi-million dollar precincts arising, from \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/06/03/howard-smith-wharves-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EHoward Smith Wharves\u003C/a\u003E to Queen’s Wharf.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf that’s not enough justification as to why you should visit Brisbane, read on.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhy visit Brisbane?\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"imagea667e51d-e8da-4840-9fa2-aded5454bf1c":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_BrisbaneSignSouthbank_CityExperiences.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_BrisbaneSignSouthbank_CityExperiences.jpg","alt":"TEQ Brisbane Shoot 190719_South Bank","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/why-visit-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imagea667e51d-e8da-4840-9fa2-aded5454bf1c.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1710804654892/2020-bne-brisbanesignsouthbank-cityexperiences.jpeg","uuid":"2ea17377-15d1-4802-8716-883b331ac631","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text9fd23aa2-cdb8-4aae-9bc2-b8295d7ef481":{"text":"\n\u003Cp\u003EWe’re not ones to brag, but our River City these days gives the likes of Sydney and Melbourne a run for their money. Some of the country’s best restaurants reside within Brisbane, neighbouring a plethora of cafes, coffee houses, bars, pubs, and clubs that wouldn’t be out of place in a far larger metropolis. And that’s not mentioning the collection of craft breweries we have up our sleeve; Brisbane is after all, home to the biggest collection of them in Australia.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EConsider us culturally devoid? Not only is Brisbane home to one of the country’s most revered art galleries (\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/en-id/attraction/queensland-art-gallery-and-gallery-of-modern-art-qagoma\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGOMA\u003C/a\u003E of course), but a flourishing live music community, and annual festivals to incubate local talent. Especially in \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/west-end-and-south-brisbane\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EWest End\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/fortitude-valley\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EFortitude Valley\u003C/a\u003E, which houses the annual BIGSOUND and Valley Fiesta.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBut it’s not just what’s inside our city’s borders that will tempt you to visit. Our surrounding natural wonders are plentiful, with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2017/05/29/how-to-do-australias-largest-sand-islands-in-9-days/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ethree sand islands\u003C/a\u003E off the neighbouring coast, and the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/gold-coast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGold Coast\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/sunshine-coast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E both within arm’s reach (or around 100km anyway).\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhen should you plan a trip?\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_401336\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image73a57985-cad5-40d2-bd55-2875cdc97648":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_BrisbaneCityView_CityExperiences_@visitbrisbane.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_BrisbaneCityView_CityExperiences_@visitbrisbane.jpg","alt":"Why visit Brisbane: Brisbane weather","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/why-visit-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image73a57985-cad5-40d2-bd55-2875cdc97648.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1710804654910/2020-bne-brisbanecityview-cityexperiences--visitbrisbane.jpeg","uuid":"232399c7-1b3b-4b46-a051-91fa46873d07","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"via \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/visitbrisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@visitbrisbane\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text9134924e-35bc-40ff-90ec-4c9de3f4e2e7":{"text":"\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe’re rather lovely year-round, if we do say so ourselves. Brisbane boasts warm weather and sunny skies the majority of the time; 261 days of sunshine to be exact. We are located in the Sunshine State after all.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESummer runs from November through March. This period is hot and muggy, with temperatures hovering between 31-33°C, so don’t forget to pack your swimwear. You will be relieved to hear, however, that \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/11/22/brisbane-forecast-things-to-do-when-it-rains/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Esummer storms are common\u003C/a\u003E, offering a welcome reprieve from the lingering humidity. If you tend to gravitate towards cooler weather, save your visit for winter (June through August), when the thermometer reads 20-25°C (68-77°F). Conveniently, this also means you won’t need your jacket.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThose armed with a camera should wait for spring. This is the most picturesque time of year, with the Jacaranda trees in bloom, sending a sea of purple flowers across the city.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EHow to spend your time\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_401333\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"imagee51718cd-fb34-4ddf-b9f0-d5f0b2f2629b":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_BrisbaneCityArt_CityExperiences_@jadekristel.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_BrisbaneCityArt_CityExperiences_@jadekristel.jpg","alt":"Why visit Brisbane: Brisbane street art","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/why-visit-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imagee51718cd-fb34-4ddf-b9f0-d5f0b2f2629b.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1710804654928/2020-bne-brisbanecityart-cityexperiences--jadekristel.jpeg","uuid":"acaecb6e-fd8a-4c1f-8768-adc44acd38a7","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/jadekristel/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@jadekristel\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text075ef385-7156-4195-b1ec-4c4ffd0f08ae":{"text":"\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EChoose your own adventure; Brisbane has something to cater to every interest and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/11/06/cheap-and-free-things-to-do-in-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eevery budget.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFoodies will find themselves in a city armed with a blossoming number of fine diners, specialty bars and craft breweries. While the culturally inclined will find solace in the impressive array of artistic precincts in South Bank and Fortitude Valley; \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/queensland-art-gallery-and-gallery-of-modern-art-qagoma\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGOMA\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/queensland-performing-arts-centre-qpac\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EQPAC\u003C/a\u003E, Judith Wright Centre, and Brisbane Powerhouse are just the beginning.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOr perhaps working up a sweat in the great outdoors is more up your alley. There’s plenty on offer here for the adventurous. Hike or cycle your way to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/08/07/must-do-brisbane-mount-coottha/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMt Coot-tha summit\u003C/a\u003E, cool off with a\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/09/23/waterfalls-swimming-holes-near-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E dip in a local waterfall\u003C/a\u003E, or abseil your way down the iconic \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/kangaroo-point-cliffs\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EKangaroo Point Cliffs\u003C/a\u003E. That’s not forgetting the city’s most famous resident, the Brisbane River. Get better acquainted with the watery stretch with a kayak down its length, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/07/25/things-to-do-in-brisbane-at-night/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eday or night.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhere to eat and drink\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_401335\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image39b60934-49cb-407d-86be-bf45d0571bab":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_Grecarestaurant_FoodAndBeverage_@grecarestaurant.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_Grecarestaurant_FoodAndBeverage_@grecarestaurant.jpg","alt":"Greca restaurant","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/why-visit-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image39b60934-49cb-407d-86be-bf45d0571bab.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1710804654946/2020-bne-grecarestaurant-foodandbeverage--grecarestaurant.jpeg","uuid":"d1cc5b23-240a-4795-af37-69e270ce0c3c","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/grecarestaurant/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@grecarestaurant\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"textfd0d204a-08bc-4a65-ab21-85e4873a07f4":{"text":"\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe have no shortage of eateries here in Brisbane, so we hope you’ve brought your appetite. Cafes, bars, and restaurants reside in clusters, not just in the inner city, but further afield in the suburbs.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECafe culture is alive and well in the Sunshine State, with brunch a particular specialty. Make your way to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/new-farm-and-teneriffe\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ENew Farm\u003C/a\u003E, Fortitude Valley or \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination-information/paddington\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EPaddington\u003C/a\u003E for a quality coffee and a morning meal. James Street, Latrobe Terrace, and Merthyr Road are awash with options for all budgets.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ECasual bites? We’ve also got them in ample supply. Forage through the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/11/28/best-brisbane-laneways/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EValley’s laneways\u003C/a\u003E for a quick bite, or West End for a bevy of BYO options. And then there’s the growing collection of fine diners, clustered among \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/06/03/howard-smith-wharves-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EHoward Smith Wharves\u003C/a\u003E, James Street, and the heart of the CBD.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDrinking holes? We’ve got them too. \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/04/26/brisbane-craft-beer-crawl/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EAn impressive population of craft breweries\u003C/a\u003E line the streets of Newstead, West End, and Albion. But specialty bars are just as bountiful, from the clandestine alley of Burnett Lane to the outer suburbs of Ashgrove.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EBest day trips\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"imagec9a46b27-1f78-403c-84f1-5a1ed437a90c":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_ScenicRim_WalkingAndHiking.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_ScenicRim_WalkingAndHiking.jpg","alt":"Scenic Rim","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/why-visit-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imagec9a46b27-1f78-403c-84f1-5a1ed437a90c.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1710804654964/2020-bne-scenicrim-walkingandhiking.jpeg","uuid":"2e3c441c-be52-422d-92a8-260c9115e41c","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"texta5f235b1-9ab7-43ff-8097-6084aee24520":{"text":"\n\u003Cp\u003EWe conveniently sit on the doorstep of two of Australia’s favourite coastal stretches; to the north is the Sunshine Coast and south is the Gold Coast. Those eager to venture a little further for a swim can choose to escape the mainland to splash about in the shallows at nearby islands \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/08/02/48-hours-north-stradbroke-island/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EStradbroke\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2017/01/05/48-hours-on-moreton-island/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMoreton\u003C/a\u003E or \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/10/17/48-hours-on-fraser-island/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EFraser\u003C/a\u003E. But if you’re feeling lazy you need not travel far; \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2014/05/06/what-to-do-in-brisbane-and-moreton-island/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane’s bayside\u003C/a\u003E sits just a 25 minute drive away from the CBD.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOutdoor types will be relieved to hear that a day trip visit from \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/06/25/best-day-trips-from-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane isn’t limited to seaside escapes\u003C/a\u003E. A saunter west will see you greet a gathering of quaint regional towns, and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2017/08/09/48-hours-in-the-scenic-rim-for-couples/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ehinterland\u003C/a\u003E well worth a day’s exploration.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhere to stay\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_409945\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"imaged94097b7-78b7-479f-b727-0e194e9ff8b5":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_TheCallieHotel_HotelsAndMotels_@litzwashere.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_TheCallieHotel_HotelsAndMotels_@litzwashere.jpg","alt":"The Calile Hotel","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/why-visit-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imaged94097b7-78b7-479f-b727-0e194e9ff8b5.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1710804654982/2020-bne-thecalliehotel-hotelsandmotels--litzwashere.jpeg","uuid":"53dc79a5-ae92-4081-89d1-c8613ab011d3","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/litzwashere/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@litzwashere\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text4f97b348-7dc7-4b26-8a6e-6800c90adc36":{"text":"\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou’ll find \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/02/27/best-brisbane-accommodation/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eno shortage of hotels \u003C/a\u003Ewithin our city walls, particularly for the design-inclined. We’re in the midst of an accommodation boom, with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/10/23/new-hotels-in-brisbane-city/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E13 new hotels\u003C/a\u003E welcomed to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/brisbane/places-to-visit/brisbane-city\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane City\u003C/a\u003E in 2018 alone.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe more discerning of guests will want to take a look at Fortitude Valley, where suave new additions \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/the-calile-hotel\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EThe Calile Hotel\u003C/a\u003E, and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/ovolo-the-valley\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EOvolo The Valley\u003C/a\u003E reside. Nearby in the midst of the CBD sits the lavish new \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/w-brisbane\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EW Hotel \u003C/a\u003E(the brand’s first in Australia), and The Westin. Just slightly further afield is \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/emporium-hotel-south-bank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EEmporium South Bank\u003C/a\u003E, and Art Design Hotels’ \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/art-series-the-fantauzzo\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EThe Fantauzzo\u003C/a\u003E in the Howard Smith Wharves.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf the concrete jungle isn’t for your, don’t fret. There’s ample accommodation scattered across the beaches and hinterland fringing our borders, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/06/07/snuggle-up-cabin-and-cottage-near-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ecabins and cottages\u003C/a\u003E included. Forgoing the city altogether is an option too; Brisbane’s outskirts offer plenty of potential for those who prefer to sleep under the stars. Some of the city’s \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/02/16/family-camping-near-brisbane/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ebest campsites\u003C/a\u003E are just a 30 minute drive away.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhat’s the best way to travel?\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image8d74933a-22cd-4ab0-ad5a-e6e74a7f7b9d":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_BrisbaneCityCat_CityExperiences.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2020_BNE_BrisbaneCityCat_CityExperiences.jpg","alt":"CityCat | A complete backpackers guide to Brisbane","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/why-visit-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image8d74933a-22cd-4ab0-ad5a-e6e74a7f7b9d.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1710804655000/2020-bne-brisbanecitycat-cityexperiences.jpeg","uuid":"fe70d980-8a62-414d-bb1e-83016f039305","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text931dbb59-1f7b-4c2a-91ab-0e22e5f741d4":{"text":"\n\u003Cp\u003EWe’re not short on space in this city, which means if you’ve come armed only with your own two feet, you may find yourself in trouble.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBrisbane winds its way around a river, which means a car can be handy for covering ground. If you do find yourself without a set of wheels, follow the locals’ lead and utilise the CityCat ferry system which makes its way throughout. 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