Brisbane travel guide

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Brisbane is the capital of the Australian state of Queensland and is the largest city. It is also the most populous and the fastest growing city in Australia. The city has balmy weather, golden beaches, up class lifestyle, several tourists places, major theatres and sporting spots. The perfect weather, world class accommodation and warm atmosphere make Brisbane an ideal getaway for holidays.

Fast Facts

Brisbane is the third largest city and the capital of Queensland. Being bordered by a vast sea body on the east and great Dividing Range. The city offers sun kissed beaches, lush green grasslands, aquamarine sea, rocky terrain, strawberry fields and awe inspiring landscapes.

There is a wide choice for dusk and after-dark entertainment in Brisbane. There are numerous discos and jazz clubs night spots where you can forget the daily chores and party hard.

There are plenty of options for the art lovers in the city. You can enjoy the various theatrical performances and concerts in the Performing Arts Centre. The city has something for everyone.

The city offers a bewildering array of restaurants and dining places. The restaurants are generally cheap here, with skilled chefs and innovative cuisines been introduced every time. Below enlisted are some of the popular places where you can have memorable experiences : -

Adelaide Street has several restaurants and cafes.
Chinatown offers traditional and yummy Chinese.
Queen Street Mall has a cluster of restaurants that offer modern Asian, Australian and European menus.



Shopping

Brisbane offers a tempting range of many department stores, specialized shops and boutiques. There are nine large shopping arcades, including the new Myer Centre, the Wintergarden on the Mall, the Brisbane Arcade and the Rowes Arcade. The city is sure to satisfy all your shopping desires.



Activities

The city offers plethora of activities for the sports lover and adventure seekers. You can hit the beach and explore some of the fun packed and leisure activates there. You can enjoy Sky diving, Swimming, Surfing, Scuba diving and hot air ballooning.



Local Transport

The main public transport within the city is the bus, suburban train and the taxi. The network of the local transport is very well developed and is spread across all over Brisbane. Even ferries on the Brisbane River are a convenient way of getting to know the inner suburbs.



Getting Around

Brisbane has excellent links with the regional as well as national transport system. It is connected with all the major cities of the country. The Brisbane international airport has several domestic as well as international flights, linking the city to the whole world. You can reach the city by air or road; both are comfortable means to travel.