Attractions

Described as Australia's "most liveable city", Brisbane is the capital of Queensland, the Sunshine State. Brisbane is a vibrant but relaxed city with so much to see and do. Many of major attractions are listed below. When you arrive at Tinbilly Travellers we would love to help you plan your stay in Brisbane to ensure you get to most from your time spent here.

Brisbane has bright, sunny days and some balmy nights as it is a subtropical city. It's quite warm in summer and mild in winter and there is really no 'bad' time to visit, though physically most locals prefer the Spring when the city is in full bloom.

Tours operate all year round, if you need to plan ahead and would like to book tours in advance, send us an email and we would are happy to help.

Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens Only a short bus ride away, the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens feature a magnificent tropical display dome, a lagoon, Japanese gardens, themed gardens on 52 hectares and the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium. www.botanicalgardens.qld.gov.au

Old Government House Take the opportunity to visit the original home of Queensland's early Governors. Built 1860 to 1862, the house was the home and administrative base for the Governor. Regarded as one of this city and state's 'most important heritage sites', it is significant both for its past and present residents and because, in early colonial Brisbane, it was one of only two major buildings. www.oldgovernmenthouse.com.au

St Johns Cathedral St John's Anglican Cathedral is a true example of 19th century Gothic-Revival architecture, designed in 1888 by John Loughborough Pearson, and still under construction. The first two stages, 1906 to 1910 and 1964 to 1968, have created a superb gothic building. www.stjohnscathedral.com.au

Lone Pine Koala Santuary Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is the world's first and largest koala sanctuary, with over 130 koalas. Hold a koala, feed a kangaroo, hear a talk about reptiles- it all makes for a great day out. www.koala.net

Mt Coot-tha Lookout The breathtaking panorama of Brisbane City and it's surrounds greets you as you step onto the observation deck. By day, you can see the sun shining over Brisbane, out to Moreton Bay and by night, a fairyland of glittering lights and starlit sky surrounds you. www.brisbanelookout.com

Roma St Parklands Over the road from Tinbilly Travellers are the Roma Street Parklands. You will experience themed gardens such as the topiary maze, rainforest walks, a lake, celebration lawn and ampthitheatre. There are many public artworks to admire and a good cafe too. www.romastreetparkland.com

City Cats Brisbane CityCats operate on the Brisbane River from 5.50am until 11.30pm daily. The CityCats glide over the water and you'll see million dollar houses, travel under the Story Bridge and get a whole new perspective on living in Brisbane. www.citycat.com

Southbank Australia’s only beach in the middle of the city, is located at the South Bank. A unique, man-made swimming beach overlooks the brilliant Brisbane River and Central Business District. There is a crystal clear lagoon with enough water to fill five Olympic swimming pools. There are also markets, cafes, resturants and bars to enjoy, definately on the must see list for Brisbane attractions. www.southbank.com

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