Brisbane, Australia
The capital of the state of Queensland, Brisbane is named after Sir Thomas Brisbane, the Governor of New South Wales from 1821 to 1825. Home to many top Australian universities such as the University of Queensland, the Queensland University of Technology and Griffith University, the city is a regional education hub. A city with a strong research focus, the city government has invested heavily in fields such as biotechnology, and this in turn is beginning to become a driving force in the city's economy.
Whether you're in the city for research or business however, there's a good chance that you'll want to experience some of its art and culture as well. From the Queensland Performing Arts Centre in South Bank, to the Queensland Gallery of Modern Art which is found in the same precinct, Brisbane certainly isn't found lacking when it comes to aesthetics. The city is also home to many annual festivals including the Ekka, also called the Royal Queensland Show, and the Riverfestival, both of which visitors would do good to experience.
As for sightseeing, the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, the world's first Koala sanctuary, is a must stop if you're into animals, or even if you're just intrigued by the out of the ordinary. Of course, more regular sights are also available in the form of the Brisbane Forest Park and the Portside Wharf, both of which make for interesting walking.
Sports fans will be pleased to know that Brisbane is a city with a rich sporting tradition, including hosting the 1987 Rugby World Cup, the 1992 Cricket World Cup and the 2000 Sydney Olympics. From Rugby to Cricket and beyond Brisbane has an avid sporting culture, and fans should definitely catch a game or two while in town.
From education, to business, and leisure, the city has attractions for every kind of traveller, and the city is sure to inform and entertain you throughout your stay. The centre of Queensland, Brisbane is one city that will certainly not leave you wanting.
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Your 2 night stay in Brisbane, AU
Check-in: Friday, September 17, 2010
Check-out: Sunday, September 19, 2010
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Hotel Urban Brisbane
This Spring Hill hotel is conveniently close to the airport, near Roma Street Parkland and Museum of Brisbane.
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Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane-Clarion Collection
Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane-Clarion Collection overlooks ANZAC Square in downtown Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. This historic Colonial-style hotel stands across the street from $10.93
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Novotel Brisbane
This Spring Hill hotel is conveniently close to the airport, near St. John's Anglican Cathedral, ANZAC Square War $15.23
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Medina Executive Brisbane
This Brisbane hotel is conveniently close to the airport, near Story Bridge, Chinatown Mall, and St. $11.44 Stay 2 night and save
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Mercure Hotel Brisbane
This city-center hotel is located in Brisbane, close to State Library of Queensland, Museum of Brisbane, and $11.90 Stay 2 Nights and Save 20% on Your Stay!
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Hilton Brisbane
This city-center hotel is located in Brisbane, close to St. Stephens Cathedral and Naldham House. Also nearby $19.35 Advance purchase special
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Central Summit Apartments
This Spring Hill hotel is conveniently close to the airport, near Roma Street Parkland and St. John's Anglican $9.94
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Ibis Brisbane
This city-center hotel is located in Brisbane, close to Museum of Brisbane and State Library of Queensland. Also $13.05
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Oaks on Felix
This city-center hotel is located in Brisbane, close to Naldham House and St. Stephens Cathedral. Also nearby $12.17
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Best Western Astor Metropole Apartments
This city-center aparthotel is located in Spring Hill, close to ANZAC Square War Memorial and Museum of $7.91 Only 1 rooms left!
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Oaks Festival Towers
Situated in the business district, this Brisbane hotel is close to Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Naldham House, and $12.17
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Sofitel Brisbane Central
Located in downtown Brisbane, Australia, the Sofitel Brisbane Central offers a convenient location atop the city's Central Station. $16.95
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Park Regis North Quay
This Brisbane hotel is conveniently close to the airport, near Roma Street Parkland, State Library of $10.55
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Citigate King George Square
This Brisbane hotel is close to Museum of Brisbane and Queen Street Mall. Also nearby are ANZAC Square $12.08
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The Sebel Suites Brisbane
This city-center condo property is located in Brisbane, close to Queen Street Mall, Naldham House, and $13.78
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Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane
This Spring Hill hotel is close to Roma Street Parkland and ANZAC Square War Memorial. Also nearby are $10.37
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Holiday Inn Brisbane
This city-center hotel is located in Brisbane, close to Roma Street Parkland and Museum of Brisbane. Also nearby $13.59
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Metro Hotel Tower Mill
Situated in the business district, this Spring Hill hotel is close to Museum of Brisbane and ANZAC Square War $9.94
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Quay West Suites Brisbane
This city-center hotel is located in Brisbane, close to Brisbane Botanic Gardens and Brisbane Parliament House. $17.64 Only 3 rooms left!
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The Point Hotel Brisbane
Situated in the historical district, this Kangaroo Point hotel is close to Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Naldham $10.51
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Key Attractions
- Alma Park Zoo
Alma Park Zoo is located north of Brisbane, Australia, in Dakabin on Alma Road. The small 20-acre (81,000 m2) park is filled with Australian and exotic species. Alma Park zoo is fully landscaped with walking paths through tropical gardens under a canopy of rainforest trees and plants.
- ANZAC Square War Memorial
ANZAC Square, which is named in honour of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, is a Queensland state memorial to men and women who participated in overseas armed service.
- Australian Woolshed
Visit the Australian Woolshed to see how sheeps are raised. See a sheepdog at work, or how a sheep is sheared.
More Attractions from Brisbane, Australia
- Brisbane Botanic Gardens
- Brisbane Convention Centre
- Brisbane Cricket Ground (The Gabba)
- Brisbane Customs House
- Brisbane Forest Park
- Brisbane International Airport
- Brisbane Parliament House
- Gateway Bridge
- Goodwill Bridge
- Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
- Mount Coot-Tha
- Museum of Brisbane
- New Farm Park
- Newstead House
- Queen Street Mall
- Queensland Art Gallery
- Queensland Performing Arts Centre
- Queensland University of Technology
- Roma Street Parkland
- Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
- Skyneedle
- St. Andrew's Uniting Church
- St. Helena National Park
- St. John's Anglican Cathedral
- St. Stephens Cathedral
- State Library of Queensland
- Story Bridge
- Suncorp Stadium
- University of Queensland
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