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5 Popular Destinations to Visit in Brisbane

Moving to a new home, especially to a new city can be very stressful. Whether you're hiring removalists Brisbane or moving on your own, things don't always go as smoothly as you want them to. After all the stress you've been through, it's only right that you reward yourself with an exciting day to explore the city and get to know your new home/community.


If you haven't had the time to look up the ideal places to visit in Brisbane, see the list below to get you started:


1. Streets Beach


Streets Beach Brisbane


Located within the South Bank Parklands, Streets Beach is the only inner-city, man-made beach featuring a blue lagoon surrounded by subtropical plants and white, sandy beaches. The beach offers a unique scenery for locals and tourists who may be starting to get bored with seeing nothing but concrete infrastructures. Whether you're dropping by just take a relaxing stroll while enjoying the view or you prefer taking a dip to freshen up, there are several activities that you can try when you visit. 


2. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary


Established in 1927, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is the oldest and largest koala sanctuary in the world. The sanctuary is also home to echidnas, kangaroos, owls, Tasmanian devils, wallabies, and wombats. Visitors may join guided tours and wildlife encounters to learn more about the different animals in the sanctuary. If you prefer having more control over your schedule, you may opt for a self-guided tour to explore the sanctuary. Feeding activities and immersive shows are also offered for visitors who would like a closer encounter with the animals from the sanctuary.


3. Brisbane Botanic Gardens



Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha is a 56-hectare garden founded in 1970. Whilst entry to the gardens is free, visitors are not allowed to bring dogs (except assistance and guide dogs) to protect the gardens and the animals. Visitors may take guided walks and learn more about its vast collection of native and exotic plants. The gardens feature themed sections such as arid zone, bamboo grove, fragrant garden, Japanese gardens, and many more. It is also home to the world's largest collection of Australian native rainforest trees.


4. Story Bridge


Story Bridge Brisbane

If you're up for a little adventure, you may be interested in trying the Story Bridge Climb. Aside from the thrill of climbing the steel structure stopping approximately 80 metres above sea level, the Story Bridge offers an uninterrupted 360-degree view of Brisbane and its surroundings. Visitors who brave the 1088-step climb are rewarded with a spectacular view of the Brisbane River (below), Glasshouse Mountains (North), Moreton Bay (East), Mt Coot-tha and Brisbane Forest Park (West), and Lamington National Park (South).


5. Moreton Island


Moreton Island Queensland


Located 58 kilometres Northeast of Brisbane, Moreton Island is a popular destination for camping, day trips, whale watching, recreational angling, snorkelling and diving, bird watching, parasailing, and more. It is the third-largest sand island in the world. The island is accessible via a 75-minute ferry ride from downtown Brisbane and visitors get breathtaking azure waters. Visitors may also access the Tangalooma Wrecks, a man-made wreck dive and snorkelling site, created by sinking 15 old Harbours and Marine Department steam-driven dredges and barges to create a breakwall.

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