Harrisons Pocket Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
South Bank Parklands
After visiting South Bank Parklands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brisbane. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Roma Street Parkland
Take time out from the busy city centre and step into a paradise of calm with spacious green lawns, water features, flowers, public art and plant life.
The Gabba
You can take time to visit The Gabba during your travels to Brisbane. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Brisbane Showgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Brisbane Showgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Brisbane. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Treasury Casino
A magnificent 19th-century building and riverside jewel that is now host to one of Queensland’s biggest casinos and entertainment precincts.
University of Queensland
Explore the campus of University of Queensland during your travels in Brisbane. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
From Brisbane: Bribie Island Day Trip
Brisbane: River Cruise with Lunch
Brisbane: Springbrook and Mt Tamborine Glow Worm and Skywalk
Sunshine Coast Hinterland and Noosa Day Trip from Brisbane Incl Eumundi Markets
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Other neighbourhoods around Harrisons Pocket
Boondall
Unique features of Boondall include the restaurants and live music. Make a stop by Brisbane Entertainment Centre or Boondall Ice Rink while you're exploring the area.
Chermside
Unique features of Chermside include the shopping and coffee shops. Make a stop by Westfield Chermside or Chermside Waterpark while you're exploring the area.
Bowen Hills
Bowen Hills is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brisbane Showgrounds and Twelfth Night Theatre.
Hamilton
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Hamilton. A stop by Bretts Wharf Ferry Terminal or Portside Wharf might round out your trip.
Brisbane Airport
Travellers come to Brisbane Airport for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like DFO Brisbane and Moreton Bay while you're in town.
Newstead
Travellers like the historical sites in Newstead, and Newstead House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
- XXXX Brewery
- Suncorp Stadium
- Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Brisbane Entertainment Centre
- Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital
- South Bank Parklands
- Roma Street Parkland
- Brisbane International Cruise Terminal
- The Gabba
- Brisbane Showgrounds
- Treasury Casino
- University of Queensland
- Queensland Performing Arts Centre
- Queen Street Mall
- Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
- Portside Wharf
- Howard Smith Wharves
- Brisbane City Hall
- Waterfront Brisbane
- Mater Private Hospital Brisbane
- Westfield Chermside
- Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
- Riverstage
- Princess Alexandra Hospital
- Story Bridge
- Glasshouse Mountains National Park
- King George Square
- James Street
- DFO Brisbane
- The Wesley Hospital
- The Prince Charles Hospital
- Queensland Children's Hospital