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Swim at an inner-city beach, walk the river on a floating path or climb the Story Bridge — Brisbane is built for outdoors.
Brisbane’s best sights are mostly experiences, and most of them sit along the river. At South Bank you can lounge on the sand at Streets Beach, a free, lifeguarded lagoon with the CBD skyline across the water, then wander through the parklands to the galleries and museums of the Cultural Precinct. The 870-metre Riverwalk floats on the water between New Farm and the city, making for a sunny morning walk or run. The Story Bridge gives you two options: climb its steel arches for sweeping views, or stay below at Howard Smith Wharves, where you can drink and eat in its shadow as the CityCats glide past. The Kangaroo Point Cliffs offer rock climbing, abseiling or just a picnic with the best skyline view in town. When the humidity gets too much, head up Mount Coot-tha for cooler air and a panorama that reaches Moreton Bay.
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City GuideFloating walking connecting New Farm to the CBD
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City GuidePublic parklands along the banks of the river
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City GuideObservation wheel with 360 degree views of Brisbane
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City GuideLookout and restaurant perched atop the highest peak in BrisbaneLookout and restaurant perched atop the highest peak in BrisbaneAttraction
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City GuideWaterside precinct under the Story Bridge
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City GuideBird's eye view of Brisbane
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City GuideRiverside park in charming New Farm
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City GuideArts and culture institution by the river
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City GuideVisual and performing arts centre
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City GuideQueensland Performing Arts Centre
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City GuideMid-sized theatre hosting music gigs, dance parties and performing artsMid-sized theatre hosting music gigs, dance parties and performing artsCultural Venue
