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heading Here The guide to www.experiencebrisbane.com experiencebrisbane.com BRISBANE 1 BMK 0012 BNE Visitors Guide Cover FA.indd 1 23/10/08 9:17:36 AM heading Here 2 BRISBANE VISITORS’ GUIDE experiencebrisbane.com MACARTHUR CENTRAL FASHION, For whoever you are today MACARTHURCENTRAL.COM YOUR CITY CENTRE SHOPPING CNR QUEEN & EDWARD STS 28 contents 12 Introduction ........................................................4 A welcome insight Brisbane City ......................................................6 Culture, dining, shopping & adventure Adventure ..................................................6 Parks & Gardens ........................................7 Tours ...........................................................8 Family Fun ..................................................9 Culture ..................................................... 10 Local Shopping ....................................... 12 44 Shopping Hot Spots ................................ 14 Dining ...................................................... 15 Bars & Clubs ............................................ 18 Accommodation ...................................... 20 Events Calendar .............................................. 22 Always something to do 40 Day Trips .......................................................... 24 Creating the Perfect Day Urban Villages ................................................. 28 Unique lifestyles in every community South Bank .............................................. 28 Fortitude Valley ...................................... 30 This guide is proudly produced by Brisbane Marketing New Farm/Teneriffe .............................. 32 Level 12, 15 Adelaide Street, Brisbane Queensland 4000 PO Box 12260, George Street, Brisbane Queensland 4003 West End ................................................. 34 T +61 7 3006 6200 F +61 7 3006 6250 Hamilton/Ascot ...................................... 35 E [email protected] W experiencebrisbane.com Paddington/Rosalie/Milton .................. 36 DISCLAIMER: The material contained within this guide has been researched, assembled and included with all due care. Greater Brisbane ............................................ 39 Brisbane Marketing Pty Ltd should not be held responsible or Surrounded by beauty liable, however, for any costs, losses, damages, charges and/or expenses incurred or sustained by any party relying on the material contained, incorporated or included in this guide. Advertisements Moreton Bay & Islands ................................... 40 in this guide are the responsibility of the advertiser and neither the publishers nor producers can accept responsibility for the contents Paradise waiting or offers made. All editorial, maps and photographs appearing in this guide are strictly protected by copyright. Any unauthorised use of same will result in prosecution. All enquiries should be directed Ipswich & the Scenic Rim .............................. 44 to Brisbane Marketing Pty Ltd. From rainforests to mountains COVER: REDDACL NO IFF PLACE, BRI VA SBANE. DRESSED BY THE M ASK, BROADW Country Valleys ............................................... 46 AY ON T HE MALL. A charmed life For more information visit experiencebrisbane.com Traveller’s Information ................................... 48 How to get where The following TransLink icons – Bus, Train and Ferry – appear Bus throughout the guide and indicate Essential Maps ................................................ 49 A bird’s eye view the particular mode/s of transport that will deliver you to your destination. Train Ferry T 13 12 30 W translink.com.au A selection of images in this guide have been kindly supplied by Map Creative. experiencebrisbane.com The perfect outlook it’s a positive attitude and creative confidence that makes Brisbane a genuine new-world city. And, even though Brisbane is rapidly developing and forward thinking, we still do things a little differently, maintaining a youthful enthusiasm and flexibility that allows innovative ideas, from the playful [a beach in the middle of the city] to the contemporary [a splendoured creative arts precinct] to flourish. From Australia’s premier live music scene in The Valley to exclusive world class exhibitions at Australia’s largest Gallery of Modern Art to the natural splendour of Moreton Bay and the Scenic Rim, we have plenty of time to relax and enjoy a lifestyle that the world envies. This guide will help you discover the unique events and attractions that have made millions of people visit Brisbane every year. Take a day trip through our beautiful heritage-listed fringes or indulge in some shopping and dining in our friendly and diverse urban villages… you’ll find there’s a memorable Brisbane experience for everyone. 6 BRISBANE VISITORS’ GUIDE introductiontoBrisbane experiencebrisbane.com BRISBANE 7 cityliving LIFE ON THE RIVEr’S EDGE EXPERIENCE BRISBANE’S RIVER LIFE… WITHOUT GETTING YOUR FEET WET. Like the Aboriginal Dreamtime stories that tell of the great serpent that awoke and gave colour and life to the land, the beautiful Brisbane River snakes lazily through the heart of the city before awakening and offering a life source of fun and adventure… for anyone who dares! Hold your breath as you abseil 20 metres down The good news is, this is all in the heart of the the 20 million year old Kangaroo Point cliffs in city, so get out and experience a Brisbane River only 20 seconds or rock climb your way to the life! top like an ancient mountain lion. Riverlife Adventure Centre Want to be closer to the water? Then kayak T 07 3891 5766 W riverlife.com.au your way around every bend of the river to Operates 7 days experience every surprise first hand; morning, day or night, no matter what the weather! Story Bridge Adventure Climb T 1300 CLIMBS (254 627) Get a bird’s eye view of how the river shapes W storybridgeadventureclimb.com.au our city when you do the Story Bridge Operates 7 days Adventure Climb. When you get to the top of Brisbane’s most famous 1940’s icon, catch your The Wheel of Brisbane breath and look around for a glimpse of the T 07 3844 3464 beautiful Moreton Bay and some of the world’s W worldtouristattractions.com.au biggest sand islands. Operates 7 days A view on the move! Experience the freshest Valet Cycle Hire and Tours view of Brisbane upon the Wheel of Brisbane. T 0408 003 198 W cyclebrisbane.com How about cycling or rollerblading along the Operates 7 days RiverWalk – over 20 km of riverside paths and bikeways? TOP TEN RIVERSIDE ACTIVITIES Climb the Story Bridge Kookaburra River Queen A relaxing way to cruise the Brisbane Abseil or climb the KangarooKayak Point the cliffs river River is to enjoy the elegant ambience of cruising on an authentic paddle wheeler. Jump on a CityCat and discover our riverside precincts Commentary and entertainment are also provided. Lunch and dinner cruises include a fresh seafood/hot dish buffet. Ride the Wheel of Brisbane at South Bank Rollerblade through the CityCycle Botanic the RiverWalk Gardens Eagle Street Pier, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane T 07 3221 1300 Visit the Gallery of Modern Art E [email protected] Enjoy riverside Dining W kookaburrariverqueens.com Swim in Australia’s only inner city beach at South Bank 8 BRISBANE VISITORS’ GUIDE cityliving NEED AN OASIS? YOU’RE CLOSER THAN YOU THINK... Discover spectacular gardens, beautiful views and luxurious swimming holes, right in the heart of the city. Yes, Brisbane is a little different and yes, we do love our water and outdoor life… and yes, we did build a beach in the middle of the city. Grab your sunscreen and swimmers and find out at the Parklands at South Bank, stretching right along the river on the southern banks of the City. The Parklands boasts its own lifeguards to watch over your family so you can really lay back, relax and soak up the Brisbane sun. Just around the bend of the river are the beautiful City Botanic Gardens where open parklands intertwine with ancient trees, rainforest glades and exotic species. Brisbane’s oldest park nestles between Parliament House and the river’s northern banks, providing a lush green haven for visitors. You just might also be impressed with Roma Street Parkland, the world’s largest subtropical garden in a city centre, and home to over 1800 unique species of plants. A guided tour will open your eyes to spectacularly designed gardens and Australia’s largest collection of outdoor public art. Been over the Story Bridge? Now lay down a blanket and laze by the river, right under the Story Bridge at the beautiful Captain Burke Park. don’t get up, take your time, as the sun sets behind Brisbane’s glistening skyline. Maybe you want more open spaces? The historic New Farm Park is famous for the long line of imposing jacaranda trees, shady picnic areas and its large rose gardens that contain hundreds of varieties of roses, and over 40,000 individual plants. A favourite with the locals, the beautiful TOP TEN RIVERSIDE ACTIVITIES Brisbane Botanical Gardens at Mt Coot-tha offers amazing views of Brisbane and out to Moreton Bay, great picnic spots and many delightful bushwalking trails. The Parklands at South Bank T 07 3867 2000 W visitsouthbank.com.au City Botanic Gardens & Brisbane Botanical Gardens T 07 3403 8888 W brisbane.qld.gov.au/botanicgardens Roma Street Parkland T 07 3006 4545 W romastreetparkland.com New Farm Park T 07 3403 8888 experiencebrisbane.com BRISBANE 9 cityliving COLOUR LET US TAKE YOU BY THE HAND From painting at the Queensland There’s so many ways