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Best Day Trips to Brisbane's Bayside

Updated: Sep 20, 2025

Take time out to discover Brisbane's beautiful bayside villages and beaches, from Scarborough down to Cleveland, with these 6 great day trips:

Day Tripping In Cleveland

A selection of some of the best things to do and sights to see on a day trip to Cleveland.

Scarborough In A Day

Scarborough Beach and park by the sea surrounded by Norfolk Pine trees

At the northern tip of the Redcliffe peninsula the picturesque seaside village of Scarborough is a destination well worth traveling the extra mile for.

Day Tripping In Redcliffe

Redcliffe is enjoying a renaissance, thanks to a world famous pop group and the rediscovery of its natural charms

Historic Sandgate is one of Brisbane’s most picturesque seaside villages and one that has been enjoyed by day trippers for over 130 years.

Wynnum's summer temperatures may be several degrees cooler than Brisbane central but there are plenty more reasons to visit this charming seaside village.

Day Tripping In Raby Bay

There’s something for everyone, including families with children and dogs - on a day trip to Cleveland’s Raby Bay

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