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Founded in 1824 on the banks of the wide, meandering Brisbane River, the former penal colony of Brisbane was for many years regarded as just a big country town. Many beautiful timber Queenslander homes, built in the 1800s, still dot the riverbanks and suburbs, and in spring the city's numerous parks erupt in a riot of colorful jacaranda, poinciana, and bougainvillea blossoms. Today the Queensland capital is one of Australia's up-and-coming cities: glittering high-rises mark its polished business center, fashion boutiques abound, and numerous outdoor attractions beckon. In summer, temperatures here are broilingly hot and days are often humid, a reminder that this city is part of a subtropical region: wear SPF 30-plus sunscreen and a broad-brimmed hat outdoors even on overcast days.
Brisbane Hotels
Twenty years ago Brisbane's accommodation options consisted of a few big hotels and some welcoming but nondescript motels and B&Bs. These days the inner-city...read more
Fodor's Choice
Brisbane Restaurants
In the past decade Brisbane has transformed from a culinary backwater into a city full of inventive dining options. Top chefs have decamped to Brisbane's...read more
Things To Do in Brisbane
Brisbane's city-center landmarks—a mix of Victorian...read more
Travel Deals in Brisbane
- Book Now & Save! Brisbane Fr $216+/Nt Travelocity
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- 16 Nt Cruise on Sale: See Brisbane Fr $2,599 Expedia
- $122 & Up: Park Regis North Quay 3.5-Star Hotel in Brisbane — $122 Save with Expedia, $30/night less
- Hot Deal on a 11 Nt Cruise! Princess Cruises Fr $1,699 — $1,699 Expedia
Brisbane Experiences
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Enjoying the Outdoors: Choose from rain forests and reefs, unspoiled beaches and islands, rushing rivers, dramatic gorges, distinctive wildlife... Read more
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Queensland's Sunshine Coast stretches from Caloundra in the south to Noosa Heads in the north. Along it you'll find everything from family-friendly... Read more
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Southeast Queensland lays claim to some of the world's most superb wilderness areas, and the best way to explore them is on foot. Behind the... Read more
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Trip Ideas
From backpackers to businessmen, luxury seekers to religious pilgrims, all kinds of travelers are draw ... Read more
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Trip Ideas
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