10 days in Brisbane Itinerary

Queensland’s biggest town and state capital, Brisbane has an attractive, manicured image based around its riverside aesthetic as well as the contrast between its high-rise center and extensive urban greenery.

Change things up with these side-trips from Brisbane: Surfers Paradise Golf Club (in Clear Island Waters), Japanache (in Southport) and Surfers Paradise (Surfers Paradise Beach & SkyPoint Observation Deck). Spend the 22nd (Thu) exploring the fascinating underwater world at Sea World Theme Park. Next up on the itinerary: look for all kinds of wild species at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, take in nature's colorful creations at Roma Street Parkland, get great views at Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout, and get to know the resident critters at Australia Zoo.

To see maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Brisbane trip itinerary planner.

December in Brisbane sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 23°C at night.