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GOMA

During its relatively short existence GOMA has quickly established itself as the proverbial jewel in Brisbane’s visual arts crown.

During its relatively short existence GOMA has quickly established itself as the proverbial jewel in Brisbane’s visual arts crown.

Brisbane’s arts and cultural scene is thriving, with world class theatre, art galleries, dance and music, film and theatre as well as a host of museums and excellent libraries. Highlights are GOMA, Australia’s leading modern art gallery, the Queensland Ballet directed by Li Cunxin (Mao’s Last Dancer), Queensland Theatre and Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Brisbane’s unique indie arts centre the Brisbane Powerhouse. Brisbane also hosts first class festivals such as the annual 3 week Brisbane Festival and Brisbane International Film Festival and Brisbane Writers Festival.

Brisbane's Art Trails

Discover Brisbane's abundance of outdoor art with these 4 public art walking trails, each focusing on different themes

Brisbane's Secret Tiny Doors

Take a careful look around Brisbane and you'll find these secret little doors - on trees, in laneways and in the art gallery

Mew Tiny Door, Crystalbrook Vincent, HSW

Howard Smith Wharves

Find out what’s behind this tiny green door hidden away in a popular HSW restaurant

Medieval Door, Fish Lane, South Brisbane

Medieval Tiny Door

There's a new kid on the lane! This stylish miniature door that looks like it would be right at home on a medieval castle

The Cistern Chapel, Maryborough QLD

The Cistern Chapel

Queensland's quirkiest 'divine dunnies' are definitely a must-visit this side of the Great Dividing Range

Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct

Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct

A vibrant cultural heritage and performing arts hub at the iconic Kingston Butter Factory

Brisbane Treasury, State Library of Queensland, 1896, heritage listed, art deco

Treasury Brisbane's History

Although the original building was first erected in 1886, the building turned 25 years old in 2020

People looking at art on the walls of Queensland Art Gallery, South Brisbane

Queensland Art Gallery

The Qld Art Gallery has moved five times and amassed a collection of more than 14,000 Australian and International artworks

Brisbane’s Best Boutique Cinemas

13 of Brisbane's best boutique and art house cinemas dating from the 1920's to 2023

Anzac Square Memorial Galleries

Visit the awe-inspiring Anzac Square and Memorial Galleries and delve deeper into Queensland’s military past

Red Hill Cinemas Red Hill

Red Hill Cinemas

Red Hill Cinemas have risen from the ashes of the old Red Hill skate arena and the original picture theatre on that site

Wolston House

Wolston Farmhouse

Wolston House is the oldest surviving residential farmhouse in the district, located on a property fronting onto the Brisbane River

Statue & steps in Phoenix Sculpture Garden

Phoenix Sculpture Garden

Phoenix Sculpture Garden is a contemplative paradise high up on beautiful Mt Glorious

RAAF Aviation Heritage Centre

The RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre offers a fascinating display of aircraft and insight into SEQ’s military aviation history and opens to the general public

Brisbane Ghost Tours

Toowong & South Brisbane Cemetery

Brisbane Ghost Tours

Discover Brisbane's haunted cemeteries with mainland Australia's longest running Ghost Tours

Australian Collection Queensland Art Gallery

Australian Collection

An expansive reimagined collection of great artworks from our country is permanently on show at QAG

Woodford Folk Festival

Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Professor Brian Cox: Emergence

Professor Brian Cox is back with his new show, Emergence

The Gatsby Bar

Best Of Brisbane

Brisbane's Best 50 Bars

Whether you're after breezy drinks by the river, a stiff whiskey in an underground bar, a cosy laneway hideaway or a rooftop with views, here's 50 of Brisbane's best bars

Best Bars in Brisbane

Queensland Ballet's favourite festive tradition returns

Win a $3,200 Luxury Off-Grid Escape at The Firebreak!