7 days in Brisbane Itinerary

Queensland’s biggest town and state capital, Brisbane has an attractive, manicured image based around its riverside aesthetic as well as the contrast between its high-rise center and extensive urban greenery.

Change things up with these side-trips from Brisbane: Sea World Theme Park (in Main Beach), Surfers Paradise Beach (in Surfers Paradise) and Warner Bros. Movie World (in Oxenford). There's still lots to do: walk around South Bank Parklands, contemplate the waterfront views at The Brisbane River, admire the natural beauty at City Botanic Gardens, and get great views at Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout.

To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Brisbane trip planner.

If you are flying in from New Zealand, the closest major aiports are Brisbane International Airport and Gold Coast Airport. In February, daily temperatures in Brisbane can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 24°C.