Anyone who has recently visited Brisbane knows that this marvelous city has a ton of culture and outdoor activities to offer travellers.

Though the capital of Queensland is relaxed and easygoing in pace, it’s bursting with photo-worthy natural and man-made wonders.

With a sunny, subtropical climate and unsurpassed natural beauty, Brisbane has become more than just a stopover city. The sunny metropolis is a travel destination in its own right, perfectly situated for exploring the magnificent beaches, theme parks and wildlife of the Sunshine Coast.

In the capital of Queensland, friendly locals are keen to show visitors around their pretty riverside city. With a vibrant, youthful atmosphere and stylish restaurants and safes, the city has more than enough attractions for travellers of all ages.

Brisbane is located just one to two hours from the glorious Sunshine Coast (the Brisbane airport is even closer), and stunning beach towns like Noosa Heads, one of the world’s most sought-after holiday destinations.

The Brisbane airport is the closest major airport to the Great Barrier Reef, and the city is located only an hour’s drive from shimmering Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise. Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo, a world-class wildlife centre where visitors can participate in elephant and crocodile feedings, is also just a short drive from Brisbane.

Explore Brisbane and Gold Coast theme parks such as Dreamworld, Wet n Wild, SeaWorld and Movie World. If surfing is more your speed, catch some waves just a couple of hours from Brisbane in legendary Byron Bay.

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