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Mr Percival's

This stunning overwater bar-restaurant is in the heart of the iconic Howard Smith Wharves precinct

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New Farm

Spicers Balfour Hotel

Spicers Balfour is a traditional Queenslander converted into this sublime guest hotel that is in a class of its own

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Rosalie

Cinebar Rosalie Village

Cinebar Rosalie Village is a hidden gem - a quartet of tiny boutique cinemas

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Ravensbourne

The Stonehouse Retreat

The Stonehouse Retreat is a grand rustic hand-crafted stone lodge perched atop a mountain ridge near Ravensbourne National Park, with jaw-dropping sweeping vistas as far as Brisbane

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By Spicers

Scenic Rim Trail

The Scenic Rim Trail is without peer in Queensland - a multi-day trek through the stunning mountain habitats of the Scenic Rim combined with luxury eco-accommodation

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New Farm

New Farm Cinemas

The iconic Village Twin Cinema, renamed New Farm Cinemas, features the famous Purple Room in fully restored glory

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Brisbane

Airtrain

Travellers in Brisbane have been enjoying the benefits of hopping on the Airtrain since it started operating in 2001.

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Indooroopilly

Walter Taylor Bridge

The gothic white towers of Indooroopilly’s Walter Taylor Bridge have long been a source of public fascination

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Brisbane

Queensland Police Museum

The Queensland Police Museum is a fascinating secret trove that contains the history of crime, law and order

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Cbd

St Stephen's Chapel

St Stephen’s Chapel, the first church built on this site, sits like the child of the much larger cathedral beside it.

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Passengers waving on board Rivercat Ferry in fron of Brisbane's Story Bridge.

Transport

Brisbane's largely modern network of buses, RiverCats, ferries and trains are by and large a pleasant and amenable - although sadly, not cheap- way to get around.

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Brisbane

Macarthur Chambers Hotel

This elegant apartment hotel occupies the building that played a pivotal role in World War II, as the chief headquarters of US General Douglas MacArthur.

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Kangaroo Pt

Il Mondo Boutique Hotel

A wide range of individually decorated accommodation is on offer within this brick tower in the quiet back streets of Kangaroo Point.

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Milton

Lucerne On Fernberg Cottage

These two charming beautifully-equipped cottages are secreted within a private rustic garden just outside of Rosalie Village in the inner west.

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New Farm

Edward Lodge Guest House

Nestled in a leafy enclave, this character low-rise hotel with tranquil garden occupies a converted block of inter-war flats

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St Lucia

Antiquities Museum

This fascinating little trove of ancient artefacts belonging to UQ and dating back 4000 years is one of the best kept secrets around.

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Lytton

Fort Lytton

On a grassy outpost in the industrial reaches of Lytton lies Fort Lytton, the heritage listed remains of Australia's only surviving moated 19th century fortress.

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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

JAWS In Concert

Celebrating 50 years since the film’s original release, JAWS returns to the big screen

Nov 22

Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose

Powerful stories of community, culture and Country come alive

From Nov 22

Christmas on Cribb

Milton Markets are hosting a mega Xmas twilight market

Nov 22

Maybe It's Only Us

When everything falls apart, what holds us together?

Nov 27 - Dec 7

A Night at the Museum

A Night at the Museum is a fantastic evening of discovery and fun for all ages

Nov 28

QAGOMA Christmas Design Market

The QAGOMA Store’s beloved Christmas Design Market is back and bigger than ever this year

Nov 29-30

Twilight Santa Train

All aboard the Twilight Christmas Train, with heritage carriages

Nov 29

Chalets and tree Scandinavian Christmas market

Scandi Christmas Market

Brisbane's annual twilight Scandi Christmas Market is popping up in Woolloongabba

Nov 29

Boats moored at the Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct

Farm Gate to City Door Christmas Market

Scenic Rim Christmas Markets to add festive produce cheer

Nov 29

Ten Best Restaurants with a View

From sparkling riverfront rooftops to breezy mountain lookouts, Brisbane is home to a host of stunning dining spots where the food is as impressive as the view. Here's 10 of the best

10 Best Restaurants with a View

COMING UP

What's On in December In & Around Brisbane

From festive concerts, classic ballet, Xmas comedy, stunning art exhibition & Christmas dining to a Tony-award winning musical, what's on in December in and around Brisbane:

What's On in December in Brisbane

MUST DO ROAD TRIP

Lockyer Valley - Farm Fresh Fun

The Lockyer Valley's rolling hills, local markets and paddock to plate country cafes, make for a scenic, leisurely drive, less than two hours from Brisbane

7 Must Do Queensland Country Drives

MUST DO HOLIDAY DEAL

Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

Stay 2+ nights in BIG4's motel rooms and enjoy $10 dining dollars per guest, per day in their café – breakfast, brunch, sunset drink, you choose!

BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

BEST OF BRISBANE

50+ Best Restaurants in Brisbane

Looking for the best restaurants in Brisbane? Then check out this guide for the must-do dining experiences from the city to the suburbs

Best Restaurants in Brisbane

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