Top Activities and Tours in Brisbane

From guided tours to outdoor adventures — find the best activities and tours in Brisbane with curated picks, local tips, and free itinerary planning tools.

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🎯 Activities and Tours in Brisbane

  • Ultimate Brisbane Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included) — Discover the story of Brisbane on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions. Perfect for those who have just arrived, as well as locals and those who want to go deeper in learning about Brisbane’s history, culture, society & Firs
  • Sunset City Lights Cruise: 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal (90min) — The best way to see Brisbane is from the river. This tour provides you with a stunning sunset (*seasonal) as the tour commences which is soon replaced by the city lights that is being reflected in the water. Treat yourself to a relaxing evening with ambient music and a gourmet ch
  • Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min) — Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights such as Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Brisbane City Center and Story Bridge. Learn about the colorful history and local legends
  • Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr) — Aboard the boat, the sights will be accompanied by informative commentary about the region as well as a morning tea to satisfy your on board cravings. The morning cruise will last for 45 minutes until you reach your next point of call; the Breakfast Creek Hotel. This old place oo
  • South Bank Combo Cruise & Lunch; 10:30am-2pm (approx) — Three of Brisbane's most notable operator have joined forces to create the SOUTH BANK COMBO PASS.  • River City Cruises • The Wheel of Brisbane • The Plough Inn Tavern
  • Mid-Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise: 2:30pm-4pm (90min) — Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights such as Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Brisbane City Center and Story Bridge. Learn about the colorful history and local legends
  • Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min) — Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights such as Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Brisbane City Center and Story Bridge. Learn about the colorful history and local legends
  • Rock Climbing at the Kangaroo Point Cliffs in Brisbane — Challenge yourself in the great outdoors and experience climbing the weathered walls of the Kangaroo Point Cliffs. Get up close and personal and climb to the top of the 20 metre cliffs where you can take in Brisbane’s best views of the city and river! Climbs of various levels of
  • Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary — See Australia’s amazing animals on a day trip to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary from Brisbane. Your river cruise takes you from the bustling waterfront of Southbank to the lush parklands of Lone Pine, with the chance to see iconic sights as you glide along the water. At the Lone Pine
  • Brisbane Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe or Brisbane City — Enjoy exciting, up-close encounters with humpback whales as they migrate through the crystal clear waters of Brisbane’s Moreton Bay between the months of June and November. Be amazed as you watch these gentle giants of the sea breech and play within meters of the luxury high-spee
  • Brisbane Tiny Doors & Hidden Gems: Official Street Art Walk — Uncover the hidden magic tucked away in Brisbane’s vibrant laneways on an exclusive, self-guided exploration of the city’s famed Tiny Doors. Designed for art lovers and urban adventurers seeking a uniquely immersive experience, this premium tour reveals tiny, whimsical installati
  • Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour — Embark on a scenic and guided full day tour of Durban’s Top 10.  An experienced and knowledgeable local guide will show you a variety of landmarks which highlight Durban’s diverse culture and history. Attractions to see include the Mahatma Gandhi's House, Umhlanga Promenade, Durb
  • Bloody Brisbane CBD Crime Tour - Crime Tours Australia | Jack Sim — JACK SIM presents BRISBANE CRIME TOURS - Brisbane's original and longest running Crime Tours. Celebrating 25 years - as seen on TikTok & YouTube - Crime Tours Australia Discover the dark heart of the capital of the Sunshine State on this guided crime tour of Brisbane's CBD. Visi
  • Brisbane Sightseeing Tour by Bus: Scenic Locations & Morning Tea — This sightseeing tour takes you to all the must-see spots in Brisbane, from the riverfront to the city’s best parks and viewpoints. Join our small group tour to explore Brisbane’s top sights! As a locally owned and operated business, we pride ourselves on providing a personal, in
  • Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave — Explore the World Heritage Gondwana Rainforests of Australia with the destinations most experienced Tour Company. This day trip from Brisbane combines two National Parks : Natural Bridge at Springbrook and Joalah at Tamborine, chosen for their uniqueness and beauty featuring rain
  • Best of Brisbane Walking Tour: All Sights & Hidden Gems — Experience the most comprehensive walking tour Brisbane has to offer with a guide who calls the city home. We limit groups to just 8 guests, ensuring a conversational pace as we cover all the sights of the city, including City Hall, the Botanic Gardens, and the Skydeck. Our rout
  • Sydney Attractions Pass: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Sydney Tower Eye, WILD LIFE Zoo and Madame Tussauds — Visit your choice of two, three or four of Sydney’s most popular attractions at your own pace with this Sydney combo pass. Select from SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Tower Eye, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo or Madame Tussauds Sydney. You can meet native Australian animals from both land
  • Abseiling the Kangaroo Point Cliffs in Brisbane — Experience the rush of abseiling the Kangaroo Point Cliffs in Brisbane. Let your experienced instructor’s help you conquer your fears and guide you safely over the edge while you experience the extreme rush of abseiling. With trust overcoming natural instinct, you will be abseili
  • Private Helicopter Scenic Tour of Brisbane - 25min — Our helicopter tours offer something truly unique - full glass doors that provide unparalleled panoramic views of Brisbane and its surroundings. Our helicopter is equipped with air-conditioning, industry-best headsets, and custom interiors to keep you comfortable and immersed in
  • Brisbane Highlights Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP — From St John’s Cathedral to Kangaroo Point Cliffs, this Brisbane self-guided walk blends heritage, river views, and skyline moments with effortless charm. Wander past St Andrew’s Uniting Church Brisbane, reflect at ANZAC Square Brisbane War Memorial, stroll through Queen Street
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