Queensland - Harvey World Travel

welcome to BRISBANE
Have you ever woken up, looked outside and been greeted by a morning that has literally taken your breath away? You walk
outside… the gentlest breeze wraps around you, the sun kisses you as if to say good morning, and the sky, well, heavenly
could almost describe it. These mornings, these days are commonplace in Brisbane. As the natural starting and finishing
point of your Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast holiday, Queenslands vibrant capital city is the centre of a region rich in world
class beaches, river, rainforest and mountain experiences. To the north and south, you will find rainforest vistas, jutted
mountain ranges and dramatic waterfalls, glass clear streams, lush ferns and forests and brilliant wildlife. Brisbane’s regions
include over seventy beaches, as well as Moreton Bay whose aqua clear waters host nautical wrecks, coral coves, abundant
sea life and a magnificent series of islands. An all year round destination – enjoy!
Welcome to Brisbane
Must See & Do
EVENTS
Brisbane Arcade: Built in 1923. The arcade is one of the city’s
oldest shopping destinations with just 50 specialist retailers. From
Terazzo floors and balustrades to daldo panelling, it reflects the
elegance of its award winning fashion designers, manufacturing
jewellers and antique and gift stores.
Roma Street Parkland: A short walk from the Queen Street Mall.
The Parkland is not only a garden lover’s paradise, but is also a
regular host to many events throughout the year. Join one of the
many guided walks offered twice daily, a 15-minute trackless train
ride or a self guided tour!
The Pier Markets: Open every Sunday. Exciting, atmospheric,
fabulous markets!! Set amidst some of the finest cafes and
restaurants in the Brisbane CBD these markets provide an exciting
Sunday attraction where you can shop and dine with great views of
the Brisbane River and the Story Bridge.
Out of the Box: June
NRL State of Origin: July
The Ekka (Royal Queensland Show): August
Brisbane Festival: September
River Fire: September – October
St George Bank Brisbane International Film Festival: November
Brisbane International Tennis: January
Queen Street Mall: The centre of fashion and retail in Queensland.
This vibrant shopping and lifestyle precinct lies at the heart of
Brisbane City with an unrivalled mix of local, national and international
labels and flagship stores. A visit to Queen Street Mall guarantees a
complete leisure encounter. Restaurants, cafes, bars, cinemas, salons
and day spas, five star hotels and a grand casino sit right on the mall.
South Bank: Brisbane’s vibrant inner city playground! A stunning
riverside location, man made lagoon and white sand beaches
that have skyscrapers, passenger boats and speeding ferries as a
backdrop. South Bank is so much more than a place to take it easy
in the sun. There’s a real energy here, and the place always seems
to be buzzing with action.
Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art: located
in architecturally acclaimed buildings at South Bank. Experience
Australian and international art in its many forms. The Gallery of
Modern Art is Australia’s largest gallery of modern and contemporary
art focusing on the art of the 20th and 21st centuries.
City Botanic Gardens: The city’s oldest park originally planted by
convicts in 1825 with food crops to feed the prison colony! These
gardens include ancient trees, rainforest glades and exotic species
running the full length of Alice Street, bordered by Parliament House
on one side and the northern banks of the Brisbane River on the
other.
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