5. Admire the Views from the Brisbane Lookout Mount Coot-tha
For one of the best views of Brisbane, drive up to the Brisbane Lookout Mount Coot-tha. Here, you can breathe in a breathtaking panorama over the entire area, with the city skyscrapers sprouting in the distance. Walking tracks weave through the national park, and a restaurant serves up delicious food with superb views. If you’re looking for things to do in Brisbane at night, many locals and tourists come here in the evening for views of the city at sunset.
6. Find Inspiration at the Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA)
The excellent – and free – Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) occupies two adjacent but contrasting buildings along the waterfront in the South Bank Cultural Precinct. Together, they display more than 1,700 works of art from around the world, with a special focus on Australia, the Pacific, and Asia. This bold collection is sure to spark animated conversations between art lovers of all stripes. Even the Gallery of Modern Art’s award-winning, glass-encased building makes a statement.
