Things to see & do

Around Brisbane

As well as the below, there are also a lot of free things you can do around Fortitude Valley, Brisbane. For a full list please visit this website.

Brisbane River Dinner Cruise
For an evening to remember, this Brisbane River dinner cruise includes a live cabaret performance and more coupled with a delicious three course meal. Come aboard an old-world style paddle wheel vessel on any night from Thursday to Sunday for a lively and upbeat evening cruising along the Brisbane River as all of the city’s major highlights pass you by.
Adult = $69
Senior = $59
Child = $49
Infant = Free
For more information Click Here
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Story Bridge Climbing Experience

Climbing Brisbane’s iconic Story Bridge is an adventure like no other. Standing on top of the bridge above the glistening landscape is a very special moment – you’ll feel like you’re on top of the world. This is your chance to see Brisbane truly shining. From far above the river gleams, the city sparkles, cars look like toys and you can see all the way out to Moreton Bay in the east and the rolling green hills of the Scenic Rim to the west.

Prices range from $80 – $150 depending on the time of day you wish to visit.

For more information Click Here
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Hop on Brewery Tour

Come with us and discover some of Brisbane’s best beer. Visit craft breweries at some of Brisbane’s best inner-city venues, get treated to a tour of at least one brewery, chat with the people that produce this liquid gold and even enjoy some history with your beer education.

We visit some of Brisbane’s funkiest neighbourhoods to find incredible local flavours. A craft beer tour for all!

Tour lasts roughly 6 hours
Visit 3 breweries: lunch included
Must be 18+ to participate
$160 pp

For more information Click Here

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The Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha

The Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha are Queensland’s premier subtropical botanic gardens. These 52ha gardens are situated seven kilometres from the city centre, and offer a variety of environments and natural wildlife.

For location of the Brisbane Botanical Gardens Click Here

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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Only 12 km from Brisbane City, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is the world’s first and largest koala sanctuary with over 130 koalas. Hold a koala anytime, hand feed kangaroos and meet a large variety of Australian wildlife in beautiful, natural settings.

Adult day pass = $32.40
Concession day pass = $21.60
Child day pass $19.80

For more information Click Here

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Brisbane DFO

With big brands and big savings of up to 70%, DFO (Direct Factory Outlets) is the best place for a day out bargain shopping. DFO Brisbane is open seven days from 10am – 6pm and is located Skygate, 18th Avenue, Brisbane Airport.

For more information Click Here

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Coffee places close by 

Bell Bros Coffee House – 82 Abbotsford Road – (07) 3252 5858 – 5 minute walk
Gloria Jeans – McWhirters Urban Markets Brunswick Street Mall – (07) 3852 4788 – 7 minute tram / 12 minute walk
Flick N Beans – 65 O’Connell Terrace – 0433 543 739 –  11 minute walk
Stellarossa Greensquare – 1/15 Green Square Close – (07) 3161 3271 – 7 minute walk
Merlo Coffee – 104 McLachlan Street – (07) 3257 0465 – 14 minute walk
Bellissimo Coffee – 30 Wandoo Street – (07) 3666 0554 – 17 minute walk
Blue Sky Coffee Cafe – 32 Commercial Road – 1300 232 575 –  17 minute tram/ 19 minute walk
Di Bella Coffee – 82 Abbotsford Road – (07) 3252 5858 – 20 minute walk

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Restaurants close by 

Six Acres – Australian Restaurant – 601 Gregory Terrace – (07) 3188 3028 – 1 minute walk
Alfredo’s Pizzeria – 39 Alfred Street – (07) 3251 6555 – 7 minute walk
Ribs and Rumps – 540 Wickham Street – (07) 3252 7611 – 13 minute walk
Full Moon – Thai Restaurant – 178 Wickham Street – (07) 3252 2992 –  8 minute tram / 14 minute walk
Wagaya – Japanese Restaurant – 315 Brunswick Street – (07) 3252 8888 – 8 minute tram / 13 minute walk
Ristorante Tartufo – Italian Cuisine – Emporium Hotel Brisbane – (07) 3852 1500 – 15 minute walk
Reef Seafood & Sushi – 76 Skyring Terrace – (07) 3257 7554 – 23 minute walk
Buzz Bistro Gasworks – 76 Skyring Terrace – (07) 3252 3333 –  26 minute walk

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