Brisbane holiday travel

Brisbane is a vibrant, happening city on the Sunshine Coast. It is a modern city of that lies on the banks of the Brisbane River. Its allure as a tourist destination is in part its agreeable weather, its diverse mix of cultures, cosmopolitan atmosphere, its location on the coastline and wild inland bush hinterlands.

Where to stay – hotels

Some of the areas best for Brisbane hotel accommodation are Spring Hill, Petrie Terrace, Fortitude Valley, the north-east district of Brisbane and the West End District in Southern Brisbane. Book Brisbane hotels on-line.

The outer suburbs of Brisbane also offer a number of smaller guest houses and family run hotels. Particularly scenic areas include South Bank, Milton and Paddington. Many of the Brisbane hotels outside the centre are very reasonably priced. For advance bookings of hotels in Brisbane visit here.

There are a wide range of Brisbane based hotels online. It is a top backpacker destination complete with small friendly guest houses but if world class splendour is what you are after some of the city centre hotels are the finest many of which also have amazing views of the city and coastline.

What to do

Besides the eating, drinking, clubbing, and music scene that Brisbane has to offer there is a whole host of things to see and do.

The sunshine coastline stretches for approximately 45 miles, and the clean sand beaches are without doubt among the finest in Australia.

The city has a number of famous landmarks, museums and art galleries. Popular are the walking tours with visits to Brisbane City Hall or Parliament House.

For a taste of entertainment Brisbane style head on down to the Double Helix. It plays host to many of the city’s music festivals, rock and pop concerts and general live entertainment.

What to see – by car hire

It is worth hiring a car in Brisbane just to travel alongside the miles of pure white sandy beach. Brisbane has also some fascinating hinterland and bush areas.

Beaches of merit include Manly, Nudgee and Sandgate. The Noosa National Park is also a popular location outside of Brisbane for surfers. It is known for its large waves and strong undercurrents. There are also a number of small inlet coves.

The Greater Brisbane area has four major theme parks to choose from, Seaworld, Dreamworld, Wet n’ Wild and Movieworld.

Other attractions worth visiting by hire car include Mount Coo-tha with its splendid views of the city of Brisbane. Travelling by hire car northbound will take you to the Glass Mountains and Steve Irwins croc and wildlife sanctuary. To book Brisbane car hire go online.