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With balmy temperatures permeating year-round, Brisbane’s unwaveringly sunny disposition is embedded into the city’s DNA. Open-air dining precincts, rooftop bars, and outdoor arts, culture and shopping hubs—a roof in this subtropical city is practically obsolete.
Streetscapes like Fish Lane and James Street have transformed former
industrial spaces into luxurious shopping and arts precincts, where streetside diners bask below awnings draped with creeping vines, sprawling monstera, and pops of bright neon.
Dreamed up by the hometown architects at Richards & Spence, The Calile Hotel snagged the 12th spot on the World's 50 Best Hotels List—the only Aussie pad to make the cut last year. Known for its imposing brutalist aesthetic and throwback '60s motel charm, this place is putting Brisbane on the map as a hot spot for luxe travel. With its killer pool, decadent spa, and eateries like Hellenika and SK Steak & Oyster Bar, The Calile is turning heads and making waves in the world of upscale getaways.
The Calile Hotel
Inspired by the culinary flavours of Guatalajara, Maya Mexican is a striking destination eatery with one-of-a-kind CBD views. Champions of local produce, their polished menu of Mexican street food and artisanal tequila are perfect for sunny arvos that merge into balmy Brisbane nights. Lush greenery and panoramic views provide a twinkling backdrop as the sun sets over the courtyard—perfect for those margarita-fuelled evenings.
Maya Rooftop
A huge maze of open-air spaces perched on the edge of the Brisbane River, Howard Smith Wharves is an ever-evolving dining and entertainment destination that brings together the city’s diversity of food, music and community. Here you can sample local frothies at Felons Brewing, slurp oysters and sip spritzes with views of the river at Mr Percival’s, or kick back in sustainable luxury at the five-star Crystalbrook Vincent Hotel.
Howard Smith Wharves
Also known as Queensland Art Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art—both spaces constantly mix it up with experimental exhibitions and a dynamic program of events. An absolute artist’s playground, they showcase a huge range of paintings, sculptures, installations, and multimedia wonders.
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As the only Australian city to be named in the NYT’s annual reveal, there’s a rising sense—from the inside and out—that a revolution is underway. For culture seekers, Brisbane is now widely seen as a place punching above its weight; those in the know booking trips to get in before the masses, getting their fill of top-tier hospitality, gigs and galleries, and basking in the light-filled design.
Bold creative and entrepreneurial vision inspires exploration and investment up and down its banks. Brisbane has hit a cultural tipping point, the success of each new venture providing fuel for future dreams—an environment that’s drawing world-leading projects and on-trend travellers to experience it for themselves, with a slice of sunshine on the side.
Culture's cooking in Queensland's capital.
Over in the culinary world, Agnes’ fire-fuelled mastery has claimed them the title of Australia’s best restaurant; the Calile Hotel’s immaculate digs snagged them a spot on the World's 50 Best Hotels List; and multi-billion dollar investments are taking leisure to new heights and opening up opportunities—landing future hot spots for the city like the $3.6 billion-dollar
Queen’s Wharf.
Relationships are core to the city's culture; a canvas for creative and commercial collaboration that elevates the existing and enables the new. You can feel it as you stroll the streets, roll from restaurant to bar, hit a gallery or gig. There's a thread that connects—an undercurrent of support for one another, ensuring opportunities are provided and talent thrives, contributing to the future of the city they wish to see and be.
Dotted through suburbs, local architects bring a fresh aesthetic that embraces the city's native light. There's a prevalence of local and indie stores; a hospitality scene that's largely owner operated and boldly playing their own
game. Sky-high views, decadent eats and experimental cocktails are pushing the city to new heights, with slick rooftop bars like Sunsets, Maya, Lina Rooftop and Valley Hops Brewing leading the charge.
Everything old is new again—heritage buildings converted to open-air cultural hubs across the city. West Village’s grounds of an old ice cream factory are packed full of sun-soaked dining spots and a stunning rooftop bathhouse. Brisbane Powerhouse (an old electrical station) buzzes day and night, playing host to a full calendar of exhibitions, festivals and performances, some of the city’s best restaurants and bars, and the iconic farmer’s market each Saturday.
Retail mecca, James Street, plays home to a mural from Archibald Prize winner, Ben Quilty; installations from Venice Biennale alumni, urban indigenous artist Vernon Ah Kee; and an ongoing collaboration between The Calile and Jan Murphy serving exhibitions from esteemed visual artists like Gerwyn Davies and Michael Cook.
Down at Howard Smith Wharves, Crystalbrook Vincent has a house collection from Vince Fantuzzo, a rolling collection of street artists adorning Felon’s Barrel Hall and projections lighting up the cliffs above. The same precinct is known for its collaboration with the music scene too, with pop up festivals like No Tomorrow drawing international acts and crowds keen to blend beats with local brews.
The city has always been known for producing extraordinary bands and talent, and there’s a gig to catch every evening. Local property developers with a passion for the sector have leant in to enhancing the scene, creating and elevating cracking venues like The Triffid, Princess Theatre, Fortitude Music Hall, Stranded,
If performing arts are your vibe, this city is truly up with the best—companies like Queensland Ballet, ADC, Queensland Theatre Company and the State’s Opera and Symphony gaining global recognition for their fresh collaborations with drones, authors, visual and digital artists, fashion and interior designers, and more.
There’s a full cal of cultural festivals rolling, too. Brisbane Festival and Big Sound are solid shouts to catch.
With summery temperatures permeating year-round, Brisbane’s sunny disposition is embedded into the city’s DNA. Alfresco architecture features across gyms, open-air dining, outdoor arts and retail precincts—a roof in this subtropical climate is practically obsolete.
Streetscapes like Fish Lane and James Street have transformed
former industrial spaces into luxurious open-air experiences, where shoppers and streetside diners bask amongst sprawling monstera, balmy breezes carrying them from one venue to the next.
Closer to home, you’ll find lush parklands that sprawl across the city and into the suburbs. New Farm Park, City Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-Tha and South Bank Parklands are all welcome grounds for a stroll, cycle or siesta under expansive blue skies.
And as though that weren’t enough, Brisbane is blessed with extraordinary natural beauty too—from lush rainforests to rural retreats and subtropical islands. A hike in the Hinterlands will lead you through ancient, and sun-dappled canopies, and the islands of North Stradbroke/Minjerribah and Moreton/Mulgumpin are well worth the short and sweet trip, with breathtaking bleached white sands and crystal waters.
Inspired by the culinary flavours of Guatalajara, Maya Mexican is a striking destination eatery with one-of-a-kind city centre views. Champions of local produce, their polished menu of Mexican street food and artisanal tequila are perfect for sunny arvos in the courtyard that merge into balmy Brisbane nights.
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Exuding unapologetic main character energy, Brisbane proudly champions home-grown artists, creators and innovators, carving their work into the bricks and mortar of the city. Sprawling along the river and permeating every urban enclave, the city hums with an underlying current of energy, paving the way for genre-bending collaboration between crafts.
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Best Hotels List; and multi-billion dollar investments are taking leisure to new heights and opening up opportunities—landing future hot spots for the city like the $3.6 billion-dollar Queen’s Wharf.
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A citywide celebration of the arts, theatre, music and dance, Brisbane Festival dominates the events calendar in September—serving up hundreds of performances, installations and unmissable parties. The huge festivities kick off with Riverfire, a dazzling after-dark display of lights that illuminate Brisane’s skies.
Brisbane Festival
Also known as Queensland Art Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art—both spaces constantly mix it up with experimental exhibitions and a dynamic program of events. An absolute artist’s playground, they showcase a huge range of paintings, sculptures, installations, and multimedia wonders. In an Australian first, GOMA is exclusively showing fashion designer Iris van Herpen's collection until 7 October.
QAGOMA
A former power station on the edge of the Brisbane River, the Brisbane Powerhouse is an arts centre serving up cutting-edge cultural events and experiences with panache. Hosting over 1,250 performances a year, it's also home to groundbreaking events like Vertigo—Brisbane's first vertical dining experience, Melt Open—an open-access festival of Queer art and culture, plus Night Feast and Brisbane Comedy Festival.
Brisbane Powerhouse
Australia’s leading artist showcase—and Brisbane's answer to SXSW —this annual music gathering brings together a global assembly of musicians, industry, brands, media and music lovers each year in September. Some of the nation’s greatest exports have cut their teeth on the Bigsound stage, with the likes of Flume, Courtney Barnett, Gang of Youths and Rufus Du Sol.
Bigsound
Specialising in perfectly cooked steaks, fresh seafood and smooth martinis, SK Steak and Oyster is the brainchild of Hellenika's Simon Gloftis. Channelling an airy, Palm Springs vibe, decadently dine within a light-filled space with long rows of circular, cushioned booths, a curved, marble-topped bar and a baby grand piano.
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Any diner worth their salt has heard whispers of Gerard’s Bistro, and with Executive Chef Adam Wolfers at the helm, this Middle Eastern spot is leading foodies into their densest fever dreams. Changing regularly, the menu features an array of flavour-packed dishes made for sharing, epic house-made breads, and next-level cocktails.
Gerard's
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Occupying a heritage-listed building at Howard Smith Wharves, Stanley dishes up epic Cantonese fare with a generous side of extravagance—with caviar station and oyster bar to boot. Overlooking the river from the ground floor, their outdoor terrace and bar provides the perfect breezy spot for long lunches and boozy catch-ups.
Stanley
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Bringing sleek Euro vibes to Fortitude Valley, this small but mighty restaurant and wine bar makes the most of its space with a mezzanine level tucked under a domed ceiling. Stop by for a drop of orange wine at the bar, or upgrade to a full Italian feast with risotto milanese with seared scallops and rabbit raviolo with broad bean and almond.
Mosconi
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For music lovers, head to Newstead’s Ruby, My Dear—a neighbourhood vinyl bar with live music, records, and a menu stacked with tasty bites and cracking wines. Inspired by Japanese jazz cafes, this cosy, dimly-lit venue serves up izakaya-style eats, tasty cocktails, and sweet sweet tunes for your ears.
Ruby, My Dear
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Rothwell’s offers a timelessly designed space of cosy green leather booths, sparkling chandeliers and a massive U-shaped marble bar in the main dining area. Choose to snack on oysters drizzled in mignonette or steak tartare with potato crisps, go for a main affair of Beef Wellington to share, or just drop in for a drink—their house martini is one of the best in town.
Rothwell’s Bar & Grill
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Looking for New York-style cookies, the chunkier the better? You'll find them at Fortitude Valley’s Brooki Bakehouse in the form of signature milk chocolate chip and walnut—with a soft, chewy centre and crunchy exterior. Other sweet treats include red velvet, Biscoff, white chocolate raspberry and Nutella Bueno.
Brooki Bakehouse
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One of the best fashion boutiques on James Street, Camargue is the go-to shopping destination for Australian fashionistas thanks to their quirky mix of casual cool labels and lust-worthy designer wares. Expect everything from Bassike’s wardrobe must-haves, to cult labels Haider Ackermann, Dries Van Noten and Stella Jean.
Camargue
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In this flagship boutique on James Street, you'll find stunning pieces designed and handcrafted in Australia, with fine materials and natural stones sourced from all over the globe. Schweitzer's high-end jewellery line combines '70s vibes with fresh modernity—it's a wearable combo that's earned this luxe label a spot in many a glossy.
Natascha Schweitzer
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Nestled in Ada Lane next to The Calile, Same Same is an airy, minimalist space serving up a modern take on traditional Thai. The restaurant has its fair share of cult classics—the betel leaf snacks, prawn tacos and duck and lychee red curry all make our list of drool-worthy feeds. The centrepiece of the venue is its long share table, positioned beneath a towering arched ceiling for a sleek, sophisticated feel.
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Fortitude Valley's dark and moody ESSA comes to us from Phil Marchant, ex-head chef of South Brisbane’s iconic Gauge, and Angela Sclavos, owner of nearby The Green, and is an ideal spot for date night, especially if you can nab a seat at the bar overlooking the open kitchen. Expect harvest-driven dishes in gloriously intimate, stripped back interiors.
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The Tivoli has long been considered one of the best live music venues in Brisbane, playing host to both big and up-and-coming acts. Known for its intimate atmosphere and regal decor, if your favourite band is playing in Brisbane, there's a good chance they'll be playing at The Tivoli.
The Tivoli
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Sitting on the banks of the Brisbane River within the Howard Smith Wharves precinct, sling back good brews at Felons Barrel Hall and take in some of the best views going around. It’s a 1000-square-metre 500-seat monster serving up beers brewed with Brisbane’s climate in mind. Swing by on a Friday night for frothy brews, live music and oh-so-many German steins.
Felons Barrel Hall
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Brisbane’s leading classical dance company, the Queensland Ballet is renowned for its talented choreographers, immersive, world-leading productions, and brilliant dancers. Each new season brings beloved ballet classics and new, contemporary stories to the city—like the reimagining of Coppélia in sun-soaked regional Australia and Coco Chanel: the Life of a Fashion Icon.
Queensland Ballet
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Named after the celebrated Aussie poet and activist, Judith Wright, JWAC is a breeding ground for the development of original, innovative contemporary performance. Offering up an eclectic program of cabaret, circus, dance, music and contemporary theatre, there’s always something magical inhabiting this creative arts hub.
Judith Wright Arts Centre
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Just a stroll away from South Bank, this state-of-the-art performance auditorium is an absolute jewel in the crown of Woolloongabba’s emerging entertainment and lifestyle precinct. With four bars, private event spaces, and an outdoor courtyard—along with a stacked calendar of world-class music, this gem has something to perk up everyone’s ears.
The Princess Theatre
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The Scenic Rim is a huge natural paradise in South-East Queensland, just 60 minutes from Brisbane. Home to six national parks, world heritage-listed rainforests, a bounty of incredible produce, colourful characters and loads of adorable animals, the Scenic Rim is the ultimate outdoor adventurer’s playground.
Scenic Rim Rainforests
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There’s more to Moreton Island/Mulgumpin than meets the eye. Not only is it the third largest sand island in the world, it is a protected piece of paradise that has to be seen to be believed. Think crystal clear aqua seas, jaw-dropping snorkelling sites or impressive sandy deserts.
Moreton Island/Mulgumpin
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Straddie—as the locals call it—is the perfect island escape just off the Redlands Coast. Think wildlife spotting, 4WD tours, surfing, snorkelling, bushwalking, guided tours, art trails and cultural festivals. Better still, the ferry to North Stradbroke Island/Minjerribah is no more than 40 minutes from Brisbane.
North Stradbroke Island/Minjerribah
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With over 40 different class types and 170 classes scheduled per week, Total Fusion Platinum is a mix of all your favourite fitness classes under one slick as hell roof. Featuring a fully heat-controlled, 5-studio building, a Himalayan salt wall to purify the air, a health bar with kombucha on tap, a bone broth and tonic stations.
Total Fusion Platinum
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Housed on the rooftop of The Calile and overlooking the hotel’s open-air pool, Hellenika is peak summer hangs—giving off serious Greek island vibes. With a fresh Mediterranean menu and extensive poolside cocktail list, It’s the perfect drinking and dining haunt for revellers looking to take their festivities from day to night.
Hellenika
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Inside Fish Lane’s Southside, you'll find a sleek, two-level venue with interiors that sit somewhere between a ruined jungle temple and a concrete industrial warehouse. Expect to wine and dine on a mix of dishes and flavours from across Asia, starting with classic dim sum bites and moving on to share dishes like coral trout with sea herbs and fried pork belly with candied chilli and macadamia.
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Harveys serves up classic, produce-driven, bistro-style meals in a chic dining space encased by expansive glass windows and an abundance of hanging vines. The bar and evening tapas menu attracts in-the-know locals, while the famed breakfasts have wooed food lovers from across Brisbane for over twenty years.
Harveys Bar + Bistro
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A stunning eatery draped in lush vegetation, The Green is part plant store, part cafe and restaurant. But while the plants and rich pink interiors grab your focus upon entry, the Middle Eastern menu is what holds it—whether you visit for breakfast, lunch or weekend dinners.
The Green
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A huge maze of open-air spaces perched on the edge of the Brisbane River, Howard Smith Wharves is an ever-evolving dining and entertainment destination with community at its core. Sample local frothies at Felons Brewing Co, slurp oysters and sip spritzes with river views at Mr Percival’s, or kick back in sustainable luxury at the five-star Crystalbrook Vincent Hotel.
Howard Smith Wharves
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From quaint bayside towns to lush hinterland retreats and sparkling swimming holes, Moreton Bay Region is teeming with stunning natural sights and hidden treasures. Explore the idyllic Samford Village with al fresco cafes and old-school country bars or discover seaside towns like Redcliffe.
Moreton Bay Region
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A revolution is underway, and those in the know are booking trips to get in before the masses, getting their fill of top-tier hospitality, gigs and galleries, and basking in the light-filled design.
Bold creative and entrepreneurial vision inspires exploration and investment up and down its banks. Brisbane has hit a cultural tipping point, the success of each new venture providing fuel for
future dreams–an environment that's drawing world-leading projects and on-trend travellers to experience it for themselves, with a slice of sunshine on the side.
Susannah George, Urban List Founder
Brisbane’s put in the hard yards and the world’s starting to take notice. With a tap to host the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics, and name-checks from travel tastemakers like The New York Times, Time Magazine and Frommers—the accolades are rolling in and pushing Brisbane to the top of the world’s 2024 travel list.
Coming to the Brisbane River in August 2024, Queen's Wharf is the new entertainment hotspot that’s set to embrace the subtropical climate with open arms—and honour the area's heritage through interpretive trails and experiences spanning the river and ridgeline. With over 50 bars, cafes and restaurants to dive into, the wharf will also be home to three luxury hotels, including the six-star Rosewood and five-star Star Grand.
Queen's Wharf
Dreamed up by the hospitality heavyweights at Anyday, Agnes was tapped as top restaurant for its impeccable service and primal, stripped-back cooking. And with no electricity or gas, everything is masterfully prepared over coals, woodfire and smoke. The menu is entirely dependent on what’s local and in season—but unfailingly, jaw-droppingly good.
Agnes
Known for its throwback '60s motel charm and imposing brutalist aesthetic, this pioneering hotel from Richards & Spence is cemented on the map as a hotspot for luxe travel. With its killer pool, decadent spa, and eateries like Hellenika and SK Steak & Oyster Bar, The Calile is turning heads and making waves in the world of upscale getaways.
The Calile Hotel
Brooke Saward, Owner of Brooki Bakehouse
Ty Simon, Co-founder of Anyday
With an epic line-up of musical acts, this 3000-person venue bridges the gap between the Valley's smaller live music venues and the Brisbane Entertainment Centre. Lit by chandeliers, the main auditorium features mezzanine levels and retractable curtains—with a smaller space dubbed the Outpost for more intimate gigs—and five scattered bars scattered to satisfy all your drinking needs.
Fortitude Music Hall
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The city has always been known for producing extraordinary bands and talent, and there’s a gig to catch every evening. Local property developers with a passion for the sector have leant in to enhancing the scene, creating and elevating cracking venues like The Triffid, Princess Theatre, Fortitude Music Hall, Stranded, The Zoo and The Tivoli.
If performing arts are your vibe, this city is truly up with the best—companies like
Symphony gaining global recognition for their fresh collaborations with drones, authors, visual and digital artists, fashion and interior designers, and more.
Retail mecca, James Street, plays home to a mural from Archibald Prize winner, Ben Quilty; installations from Venice Biennale alumni, urban indigenous artist Vernon Ah Kee; and an ongoing collaboration between The Calile and Jan
Murphy serving exhibitions from esteemed visual artists like Gerwyn Davies
and Michael Cook.
Down at Howard Smith Wharves,
Crystalbrook Vincent has a house
artists adorning Felon’s Barrel
Hall and projections lighting up
the cliffs above. The same
collaboration with the music scene too, with pop up festivals like No Tomorrow drawing international acts and crowds keen to blend beats with local brews.
collection from Vince Fantuzzo,
a rolling collection of street
precinct is known for its
Queensland Ballet, ADC, Queensland Theatre Company and the State’s Opera and
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With over 40 different class types and 170 classes scheduled per week, Total Fusion Platinum is a mix of all your favourite fitness classes under one slick as hell roof. Featuring a fully heat-controlled, 5-studio building, a Himilayan salt wall to purify the air, a health bar with kombucha on tap, a bone broth and tonic stations.
Total Fusion Platinum
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This two-hour tour ascends 80 metres above sea level to the top of the iconic Brisbane Story Bridge, with 360-degree panoramic views across to Moreton Bay, the Glasshouse Mountains, Mt Coot-tha and Lamington National Park. While you can climb any time of day (and any time of year), the twilight tour is breathtaking, when the city transforms from a golden hue to a glittering skyline.
Story Bridge
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With summery temperatures permeating year-round, Brisbane’s sunny disposition is embedded into the city’s DNA. Alfresco architecture features across gyms, open-air dining, outdoor arts and retail precincts—a roof in this subtropical climate is practically obsolete.
Streetscapes like Fish Lane and James Street have transformed
former industrial spaces into luxurious open-air experiences, where shoppers and streetside diners bask amongst sprawling monstera, balmy breezes carrying them from one venue to the next.
And as though that weren’t enough, Brisbane is blessed with extraordinary natural beauty too—from lush rainforests to rural retreats and subtropical islands. A hike in the Hinterlands will lead you through ancient, and sun-dappled canopies, and the islands of North Stradbroke/Minjerribah and Moreton/Mulgumpin are well worth the short and sweet trip, with breathtaking bleached white sands and crystal waters.
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From quaint bayside towns to lush hinterland retreats and sparkling swimming holes, Moreton Bay Region is teeming with stunning natural sights and hidden treasures. Explore the idyllic Samford Village with al fresco cafes and old-school country bars or discover seaside towns like Redcliffe.
Moreton Bay Region
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There’s more to Moreton Island/Mulgumpin than meets the eye. Not only is it the third largest sand island in the world, it is a protected piece of paradise that has to be seen to be believed. Think crystal clear aqua seas, jaw-dropping snorkelling sites or impressive sandy deserts.
Moreton Island/Mulgumpin
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This two-hour tour ascends 80 metres above sea level to the top of the iconic Brisbane Story Bridge, with 360-degree panoramic views across to Moreton Bay, the Glasshouse Mountains, Mt Coot-tha and Lamington National Park. While you can climb any time of day (and any time of year), the twilight tour is breathtaking, when the city transforms from a golden hue to a glittering skyline.
Story Bridge Adventure Climb
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Housed on the rooftop of The Calile and overlooking the hotel’s open-air pool, Hellenika is peak summer hangs—giving off serious Greek island vibes. With a fresh Mediterranean menu and extensive poolside cocktail list, It’s the perfect drinking and dining haunt for revellers looking to take their festivities from day to night.
Hellenika
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Inside Fish Lane’s Southside, you'll find a sleek, two-level venue with interiors that sit somewhere between a ruined jungle temple and a concrete industrial warehouse. Expect to wine and dine on a mix of dishes and flavours from across Asia, starting with classic dim sum bites and moving on to share dishes like coral trout with sea herbs and fried pork belly with candied chilli and macadamia.
Southside
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Straddie—as the locals call it—is the perfect island escape just off the Redlands Coast. Think wildlife spotting, 4WD tours, surfing, snorkelling, bushwalking, guided tours, art trails and cultural festivals. Better still, the ferry to North Stradbroke Island/Minjerribah is no more than 40 minutes from Brisbane.
North Stradbroke Island/Minjerribah
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Harveys serves up classic, produce-driven, bistro-style meals in a chic dining space encased by expansive glass windows and an abundance of hanging vines. The bar and evening tapas menu attracts in-the-know locals, while the famed breakfasts have wooed food lovers from across Brisbane for over twenty years.
Harveys Bar + Bistro
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A stunning eatery draped in lush vegetation, The Green is part plant store, part cafe and restaurant. But while the plants and rich pink interiors grab your focus upon entry, the Middle Eastern menu is what holds it—whether you visit for breakfast, lunch or weekend dinners.
The Green
Total Fusion Platinum
Brisbane’s laid-back vibe has forever been its trademark, but a slow-burning rise in wellness culture has taken that label to new heights—transforming the city into a haven for holistic health and wellbeing.
Yoga studios, wellness retreats, upscale spas and organic eateries grace every corner, with the meandering river and green surrounds drawing in visitors and locals with open arms and a healthy dose of vitamin D. Cold plunges, cryotherapy, Himalayan salt walls, IV infusions—cutting-edge hubs are drawing trending treatments to our shores, with Atama Head Spa first off the mark to share the secrets of Japanese scalp care. Over at The Calile’s award-winning spa, KAILO has been drawing global awards with their peach-toned digs and state-of-the-art body treatments.
Some of the city’s best hotels are offering up a slice of the good life, with Away Spa and Heavenly Spa offering state-of-the-art
relaxation within lavish digs. Meanwhile, in the sprawling
hinterlands, Stephanie’s Mountain Spa, Verandah House
and Sol Elements are setting the bar for luxury health
retreats—serving up their healing mind and body rituals
with a side of stunning natural surrounds.
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Contro Wellness's private and bespoke services include float therapy (with both open and pod options available), infrared therapy and traditional saunas paired with ice baths for contrast therapy, mineral soakers, steam rooms, red light therapy and salt therapy. Here, all the service rooms are totally private, meaning whether you’re floating, having contrast therapy or a good steam, you won’t have to share your moment of bliss with a soul.
Contro Wellness
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Crowned by Luxe Global as the Best Luxury Beauty Spa globally, KAILO Spa offers an incredible range of cutting-edge treatments in a super chic, light-filled space—hidden away within the walls of the world-renowned Calile Hotel. From their BBL laser treatments to skin needling, IV vitamin infusions, aromatherapy massages and exclusive Biologigue Recherche body treatments, there's something for every skin type and requirement.
KAILO Spa
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At Merse Wellness Spa, it’s not just the spas that leave visitors feeling relaxed—the stunning interiors and state-of-the-art facilities are an oasis of calm in themselves. Once you’ve had a long soak, you can hit the traditional and infrared saunas, magnesium float pools, compression therapy room, or book in for a massage.
Merse Wellness
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With Japanese-style ganbanyoku, massages, facial acupoint and reflexology, this is one of the best day spas in Brisbane for an indulgent day out. Housed within Emporium Hotel's beautiful rooftop, kick back with a tipple and enjoy the hotel amenities after your treatment’s wrapped.
The Healing Stone
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An elemental bathhouse hidden away within ancient green forests, SOL is the latest luxury wellness offering to arrive in Tamborine Mountain. Coming to the hinterland in late 2024, it will feature traditional Japanese onsens, float therapy rooms, cold plunge pools, a Himalayan salt cave and infrared saunas.
Sol Elements
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Located within the stunning grounds of Verandah House Country Estate in Tamborine Mountain, this unique day spa is relaxation at its finest—breathtaking views, picturesque grounds and peaceful quiet. Verandah House offers a range of body rituals and massage treatments, facials and add-on treatments like scalp massages, decompression and magnesium elixirs.
Veranda House Spa
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This stunning rooftop bathhouse boasts no fewer than seven spas, an indoor/outdoor warm mineral pool, sauna, steam room and cold plunge pool—plus sweeping views of the city—making it just the place to wind down and engage in a little self-care.
Soak Bathhouse
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Featuring a heated vitality pool, cold plunge, ice bath, steam room, float room, traditional and infrared saunas, The Bathhouse Albion has been designed by award-winning architects Hogg & Lamb to look and feel like an ancient Roman bathhouse—complete with lofty ceilings, walls and floors lined with natural stone, moodily lit spaces, and meditative scents and sounds.
The Bathhouse Albion
Yoga studios, wellness retreats, upscale spas and organic eateries grace every corner, with the meandering river and green surrounds drawing in visitors and locals with open arms and a healthy dose of vitamin D. Cold plunges, cryotherapy, Himalayan salt walls, IV infusions—cutting-edge hubs are drawing trending treatments to our
shores, with Atama Head Spa first
off the mark to share the secrets of Japanese scalp care.
Brisbane’s laid-back vibe has forever been its trademark, but a slow-burning rise in wellness culture has taken that label to new heights—transforming the city into a haven for holistic health and wellbeing.
Yoga studios, wellness retreats, upscale spas and organic eateries grace every corner,
with the meandering river and green surrounds drawing in visitors and locals with open
arms and a healthy dose of vitamin D. Cold plunges, cryotherapy, Himalayan salt walls,
IV infusions—cutting-edge hubs are drawing trending treatments to our shores, with
Atama Head Spa first off the mark to share the secrets of Japanese scalp care. Over
at The Calile’s award-winning spa, KAILO has been drawing global awards with
their peach-toned digs and state-of-the-art body treatments.
Some of the city’s best hotels are offering up a slice of the good life,
with Away Spa and Heavenly Spa offering state-of-the-art relaxation
within lavish digs. Meanwhile, in the sprawling hinterlands,
Stephanie’s Mountain Spa, Verandah House and Sol Elements are
setting the bar for luxury health retreats—serving up their healing mind and body rituals with a side of stunning natural surrounds.
Yoga studios, wellness retreats, upscale spas and organic eateries grace every corner, with the meandering river and green surrounds drawing in visitors and locals with open arms and a healthy dose of vitamin D. Cold plunges, cryotherapy, Himalayan salt walls, IV infusions—cutting-edge hubs are
drawing trending treatments to
our shores, with Atama Head
Spa first off the mark to share the secrets of Japanese scalp care.
Over at The Calile’s award-winning spa, KAILO has been drawing global awards with their peach-toned digs and state-of-the-art body treatments.