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Founded in 1823 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, flame tree, and bougainvillea blossoms. Today the Queensland capital is one of Australia's up-and-coming cities: glittering high-rises mark its polished business center, 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 15+ 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
- $1158* -- Australia from L.A. w/New Zealand Stop (R/T w/Tax) Air New Zealand
- Australia Experience IExplore
- $1158* -- Australia from L.A. w/New Zealand Stop (R/T w/Tax) — $1,158 Air New Zealand
- Australia & New Zealand Experience — $4,829 IExplore
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