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Brisbane is Australia's third-largest city and the capital of Queensland, known as the Sunshine State for its 300+ days of sunshine per year. The city sits on the Brisbane River and is transforming rapidly ahead of hosting the 2032 Summer Olympics — infrastructure projects are already reshaping the riverfront, South Bank precinct, and arts district. Brisbane is also the gateway to the Gold Coast's theme parks and beaches and the Sunshine Coast's hinterland.

  • 5Landmarks
  • 1930Oldest · Brisbane City Hall
  • 92 mTallest · Brisbane City Hall
  • 4Architects

Before you go

  • Fly intoBrisbane Airport (BNE)

    Brisbane Airport is Queensland's primary international gateway and Australia's third-busiest airport. The Airtrain rail service connects the international and domestic terminals to the city's Central Station in about 30 minutes, running frequently throughout the day. The airport sits in the low-lying bayside areas northeast of the city and handles a mix of Australian domestic traffic and Pacific, Asian, and long-haul international routes.

  • CurrencyAustralian Dollar ($)
  • LanguageEnglish

    Australian English is spoken with Queensland's characteristic warmth and informality — 'arvo' (afternoon), 'servo' (service station), and 'sunnies' (sunglasses) are part of everyday speech. Queenslanders have a particularly relaxed, outdoor-oriented culture shaped by the subtropical climate. The city has significant Pacific Islander and Asian communities, reflecting Queensland's growing diversity.

  • Getting aroundTransLink Trains & Ferries

    Brisbane's public transport is run by TransLink and integrates rail, bus, and ferry under a single go card system. The City Cat ferry service along the Brisbane River is both a practical commuter route and a scenic experience — the CityCat and City Hopper ferries stop at major riverside precincts from the University of Queensland to Hamilton. South East Queensland's train network connects to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. The city's growing cycling network and hire bikes make riverside rides a popular activity.

5 landmarks in Brisbane

  1. Story Bridge
    Photo: MagpieShooter, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Story Bridge

    Main St, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169, Australia

    A 1.1km cantilever bridge completed in 1940 spanning the Brisbane River, Australia's longest cantilever bridge and Queensland's most recognizable engineering landmark. Visitors can now climb the arches on both sides for panoramic views of the Brisbane CBD.

    Built
    1940
    Architect
    John Bradfield
    Style
    Cantilever bridge
    Height
    70 m (230 ft)
    Stories
    1
    Today
    Heritage bridge & adventure climb
  2. South Bank Parklands
    Photo: Chris Olszewski, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    South Bank Parklands

    Grey St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

    A 17-hectare riverside parkland built on the site of Brisbane's 1988 World Expo, containing Brisbane's most popular swimming lagoon (Streets Beach — the only inner-city artificial beach in the world) and the Queensland Cultural Centre.

    Built
    1992
    Architect
    Various (1988 Expo and subsequent development)
    Style
    Contemporary landscape
    Stories
    1
    Today
    Urban riverside parkland
  3. GOMA - Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane
    Photo: Fairfieldstation, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

    GOMA - Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane

    Stanley Pl, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

    The Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), opened in 2006, is the largest gallery of modern and contemporary art in Australia and the anchor of Brisbane's Queensland Cultural Centre. Its distinctive white brick exterior hosts major international exhibitions.

    Built
    2006
    Architect
    Architectus
    Style
    Contemporary
    Height
    16 m (52 ft)
    Stories
    4
    Today
    Major public art gallery
  4. Brisbane City Hall
    Photo: Chris Olszewski, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Brisbane City Hall

    64 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

    A grand Neoclassical building completed in 1930 with a 92-metre clock tower that was once the tallest building in Brisbane. Its Concert Hall (seating 1,500) is considered one of Australia's finest acoustic venues. The Museum of Brisbane occupies the building's upper levels.

    Built
    1930
    Architect
    Hall & Prentice
    Style
    Neoclassical
    Height
    92 m (302 ft)
    Stories
    12
    Today
    City council, museum & concert hall
  5. Mount Coot-tha Lookout
    Photo: Chris Olszewski, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Mount Coot-tha Lookout

    1012 Sir Samuel Griffith Dr, Toowong QLD 4066, Australia

    A 287-metre peak just 7km from Brisbane's CBD offering the most comprehensive panoramic views over the city, Moreton Bay, and the surrounding ranges. The lookout summit contains a restaurant, cafe, and the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium.

    Built
    1958
    Style
    Natural landscape
    Stories
    1
    Today
    Scenic lookout & recreation area

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