8 days in Brisbane & Bundaberg 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.

Brisbane is known for parks, wildlife, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: identify plant and animal life at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, examine the collection at Queensland Museum & Sciencentre, admire the natural beauty at City Botanic Gardens, and explore the activities along The Brisbane River.

For reviews, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Brisbane trip planner.

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Brisbane. September in Brisbane sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to drive to Bundaberg.

Bundaberg is a city in Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bundaberg: Childers (Palace Backpackers Memorial & Old Pharmacy Museum) and Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Hervey Bay). The adventure continues: indulge your thirst for a good beer at Bundaberg Rum Distillery, catch some excitement at Australian Sugar Cane Railway, take a peaceful walk through Promisedland Cordalba State Forest, and relax in the rural setting at Tinaberries.

For traveler tips, photos, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Bundaberg trip planner.

You can drive from Brisbane to Bundaberg in 4.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) to allow time to drive back home.