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: Saturday, February 11, 2012
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The Marque, Brisbane
Located in central Brisbane, The Marque, Brisbane is a business-friendly hotel within walking distance of Brisbane Parliament House and Queen Street Mall. Additional points
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Best Western Astor Metropole Apartments
Located in central Spring Hill, Best Western Astor Metropole Apartments is a business-friendly property within walking distance of ANZAC Square War Memorial and Queen $11.26 Stay 2 night and save 5% off your stay!
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Mercure Hotel Brisbane
Located in central Brisbane, Mercure Hotel Brisbane is a business-friendly hotel within walking distance of State Library of Queensland and Queen Street Mall. Additional $15.26
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Hilton Brisbane
Located in central Brisbane, Hilton Brisbane is a business-friendly hotel within walking distance of St. Stephens Cathedral, ANZAC Square War Memorial, and Queen Street $19.36
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Medina Executive Brisbane
Located in central Brisbane, Medina Executive Brisbane is near the airport and close to Story Bridge, Brisbane Parliament House, and State Library of Queensland. Nearby $13.22
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Diamant Hotel Brisbane - by 8Hotels
Diamant Hotel Brisbane - by 8Hotels is located in central Spring Hill, close to St. John's Anglican Cathedral, Queen Street Mall, and Roma Street Parkland. Nearby points of $14.41
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Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane-Clarion Collection
Located in central Brisbane, Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane-Clarion Collection is a business-friendly hotel within walking distance of ANZAC Square War Memorial and Queen Street $12.25 Weekend Sale! Save 15%! Only 5 rooms left!
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Novotel Brisbane
Located in central Spring Hill, Novotel Brisbane is near the airport and close to St. John's Anglican Cathedral, Brisbane Parliament House, and State Library of Queensland. $15.26
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Watermark Hotel Brisbane
Watermark Hotel Brisbane is located in central Spring Hill, close to Roma Street Parkland, Suncorp Stadium, and Queen Street Mall. Nearby points of interest also include $12.79
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Rydges South Bank
Rydges South Bank is located in central South Brisbane, close to Brisbane Convention Centre, Queen Street Mall, and Roma Street Parkland. Nearby points of interest also $16.12
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Hotel Urban Brisbane
Located in central Spring Hill, Hotel Urban Brisbane is near the airport and close to Roma Street Parkland, State Library of Queensland, and Brisbane Parliament House. $14.41
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Ibis Brisbane
Located in central Brisbane, Ibis Brisbane is within walking distance of Museum of Brisbane and Queen Street Mall. Nearby points of interest also include Roma Street $12.71
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Central Summit Apartments
Located in central Spring Hill, Central Summit Apartments is near the airport and close to Roma Street Parkland, State Library of Queensland, and Brisbane Parliament House. $14.24
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Oaks on Felix
Located in central Brisbane, Oaks on Felix is near the beach and within walking distance of Naldham House, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, and Queen Street Mall. Nearby points of $15.26
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Base Brisbane Central Hostel
Located in central Brisbane, Base Brisbane Central Hostel is within walking distance of ANZAC Square War Memorial and Queen Street Mall. Nearby points of interest also $2.17
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Oaks Festival Towers
Located in Brisbane, Oaks Festival Towers is in the business district and close to Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Queen Street Mall, and Brisbane Convention Centre. Nearby $15.26
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Sofitel Brisbane Central
Located in central Brisbane, Sofitel Brisbane Central is a business-friendly hotel within walking distance of Museum of Brisbane, ANZAC Square War Memorial, and Queen $21.32
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Citigate King George Square
Citigate King George Square is a business-friendly hotel located in Brisbane, close to Museum of Brisbane, State Library of Queensland, and Brisbane Parliament House. $16.63
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The Sebel Suites Brisbane
The Sebel Suites Brisbane is located in central Brisbane, close to Queen Street Mall, Brisbane Convention Centre, and Roma Street Parkland. Nearby points of interest also $16.54
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Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane
Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane is located in Spring Hill, close to Roma Street Parkland, Queen Street Mall, and Suncorp Stadium. Nearby points of interest also include $11.13 Stay 2 night and save 10% off your stay!
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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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