10 Brisbane spots you must visit
ALCHEMY RESTAURANT
Deserving of a Michelin star, this will be a highlight. Superlative, fresh Aussie food, wonderful staff, and a great setting with views of the Story Bridge. Eat inside or out, it won’t disappoint. Mains from £20.
STREET BEACH
Soak up the sun in the heart of the city. Brisbane’s man-made beach – the only one in Australia – is the perfect spot to enjoy an ice-cream.
REGATTA HOTEL
A historic landmark in Brisbane, its restaurant has to be on any itinerary. Check into The Boatshed and enjoy an aged steak and good Aussie wine for a lot less than you’d pay at home, and the quality is five-star.
LONE PINE KOALA SANCTUARY
Cuddle a koala in the world’s largest sanctuary, located in the Brisbane suburb of Fig Tree Pocket.
STOKEHOUSE
This is my absolute favourite place to eat in Brisbane. Apart from its beautiful South Bank setting, the oysters are to die for, the service is impeccable, and it’s one of the few places in casual Brizzy where people dress up to eat out.
CITY CAT
Take a City Cat tour from start to end. It’s the best way to see the city and you can hop on and off at will. Best fiver you’ll spend!
THE BALFOUR KITCHEN AT SPICERS
Even if you’re not staying here, come and eat in this beautiful wrap-around verandah, all shaded by Frangipani trees. A modern Australian menu with a European flair, the food and service is fantastic. See spicersretreats.com
QUEENSLAND ART GALLERY
Head to the South Bank where Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art house more than 16,000 works of historical, modern and contemporary art. You’ll also find the Children’s Art Centre, which features interactive art from around the world.
E’CCO BISTRO
For more than 20 years, E’cco Bistro has been one of the city’s best-loved restaurants with fresh, imaginative Aussie food at great prices. Visit eccobistro.com.au
FISH ‘N’ CHIPS
They’ve taken our own national grub and added their own twist! A massive fish supper anywhere in the city will be delicious and cost about £7.