Attractions near Brisbane

The team at 2 Bent Rods will introduce you to the environment through fishing.

A visit to Ipswich isn't complete without checking out its award-winning Ipswich Art Gallery. Occupying a beautifully restored heritage building in the Ipswich Central Business

For entertainment of the theatrical or musical kind in Ipswich, the Ipswich Civic Centre has got a year-round program to please all tastes. The entertainment

Among the eclectic range of shops & cafes on Brisbane Street in Ipswich’s historic Top of Town precinct is the treasure trove known as The

If you're looking for antiques and other collectibles and memorabilia, you can't go past Ipswich Antique Centre in the Ipswich Central Business District. Occupying the

Oh! JoJo Boutique is a den of loveliness for fashionistas of all ages. Browse-worthy racks beckon from the beautiful shop windows and lure you into

Obsession Shoes wins the prize for consistently having beautiful window displays that change with the seasons. And these are shoes worth showing off! With hard-to-find

ARTtime Supplies is the creative hub of the heritage Top of Town precinct.

Beautiful scented candles and personalised gifts are the domain of Embers and Twine, another of the unique businesses you’ll find in The Old Flour Mill

Down the old wooden stairs of The Old Flour Mill, one of the better known landmarks of the Top of Town in Ipswich, you’ll find

Ipswich Massage and Herbal Spa is a hidden haven for relaxation situated at the Top of Town where the team has been providing their skills

The Moreton Bay Cycleway is one of our favourite foreshore bike paths in southeast Queensland. Stretching 11km uninterrupted, it'll get your legs and heart pumping.

Located at previous winner of Queensland's Friendliest Beach, Scarborough Beach, the family-friendly Scarborough Beach Park has two partly shaded playgrounds, complete with themed playground equipment.

Want to experience the best Australia has to offer in chocolate making? Want to taste mouth watering chocolates only the finest hotels and retailers offer

Bayview Conservation Area is an outdoor recreation reserve located between the Redlands Coast suburbs of Redland Bay and Mount Cotton. At almost 1000 hectares, it

Doug Larsen Park is a perfect spot to spend a day with the family in the heart of Beenleigh. There are ducks to feed and

Cool off in summer at this neighbourhood favourite. Swim laps in the outdoor 25 metre pool or relax in the shade pool-side. There's also shaded

Springloaded Trampoline offers kids and kids at heart an ideal way to bounce off all your excess energy just a hop, skip and a jump

Located only 6 kilometres from the Ipswich Central Business District, the Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve is an oasis in the suburbs and home to

This park in Coalfalls is an unexpected, hidden little treasure along a narrow, shady section of the Bremer River that is perfect for picnics.

A favourite spot with swimmers of all ages, all year round. There's a 33.3 metre outdoor heated pool and plenty of grassed areas for picnics.

In the heart of D’Aguilar National Park, England Creek Bush Camp is a picturesque spot to pitch a tent right alongside England Creek.

The Deception Bay Heritage Trail covers about four kilometres and can be completed in a 90-minute stroll. Over 10 unique sculptural markers, made from brushed

Local war memorials hold a wealth of information that the National War Memorial's records cannot readily show: the impact WWI had on a community through

Conveniently located midway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, the Beenleigh Events Centre hosts a variety of events each year

Get active at this multi-purpose indoor Mount Warren Sports Centre. You can pump weights, take a class or try your hand at a range of

For a relaxed afternoon out with the family – and the family pooch! – Ripley Markets ticks a lot of boxes. The market brings a

A quaint colonial cottage in the Ipswich suburb of Churchill has a new life as a charming gift shop. A Gift With Love, was hatched

If you'd like to give the kids a park experience to remember while you're in Ipswich, the award-winning Lobley Park will make you very popular

The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail is a recreational adventure trail stretching 161km . Visitors can go on a walking, riding or horseback adventure back to

Part farmland and part National Park, Kobble Creek has three walk-in only camping areas near Brisbane. The most popular is Middle Kobble Creek Camp.

Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum (BHV&M) takes you on a journey of years gone by. This collection of our heritage organised as a village is

Spirits of the Red Sand brings Aboriginal history and culture to life through powerful storytelling, dramatic live theatre and unique touring experiences designed to engage

Connect with the world’s oldest living culture as you are led by your Aboriginal guide to participate in all aspects of traditional Aboriginal culture.

Cable Ski Logan and BaySide Aqua Park are nestled snugly half way between the Gold Coast and Brisbane. Friendly staff and an entertaining crew of

This collection of 15 large totems creates an outdoor museum honouring significant people in local history. The interpretive bollards light up at night, sitting atop

The museum and its wonderful volunteers are very keen to preserve the 150 plus years of local history and share the many stories that it

A challenging but rewarding hike from Lawton Road leads to the beautiful Northbrook Mountain Bush Camp. The walk-in campsite overlooks Kipper Creek and subtropical rainforest.

The Artisans’ Guild was formed in 1988 to promote community interest and improve skills in the traditional arts, to provide a venue for people in

Coles and Kmart opened at Yamanto Central on 8 April 2021. Specialty stores now open include The Coffee Club, Clear Skincare, Prouds, Yamanto Central Patisserie,