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Best Lookouts in Brisbane (2026)

Planning your next outing? These are 15 of the best lookouts in Brisbane right now, whether you're after a lazy weekend, a day with the kids or somewhere new to explore. We rank each one by our Spot Score and keep the list fresh, so you're always seeing what's actually worth your time.

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Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout — Toowong, Brisbane
68Spot

Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout

Lookouts · Toowong

Scenic mountaintop viewpoint with expansive city views, plus a cafe & restaurant.

4.7(14,893)View details →
Mount Gravatt Lookout — Wynnum, Brisbane
66Spot

Mount Gravatt Lookout

Lookouts · Hamilton

Lookouts in Hamilton, Brisbane.

4.6(1,536)View details →
Jollys Lookout — Manly, Brisbane
65Spot

Jollys Lookout

Lookouts · Hamilton

Lookouts in Hamilton, Brisbane.

4.7(597)View details →
Simpson Falls — Toowong, Brisbane
60Spot

Simpson Falls

Lookouts · Toowong

Lookouts in Toowong, Brisbane.

4.4(360)View details →
Burragula Lookout — Manly, Brisbane
60Spot

Burragula Lookout

Lookouts · Manly

Lookouts in Manly, Brisbane.

4.8(95)View details →
Bartley's Hill Lookout — Hamilton, Brisbane
60Spot

Bartley's Hill Lookout

Lookouts · Fortitude Valley

Lookouts in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.

4.4(334)View details →
Yiningma Lookout — Manly, Brisbane
59Spot

Yiningma Lookout

Lookouts · Manly

Lookouts in Manly, Brisbane.

4.9(63)View details →
Inspiration Point — Manly, Brisbane
56Spot

Inspiration Point

Lookouts · Wynnum

Lookouts in Wynnum, Brisbane.

4.5(79)View details →
Kangaroo Point View — Brisbane CBD, Brisbane
54Spot

Kangaroo Point View

Lookouts · Kangaroo Point

Lookouts in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.

5.0(24)View details →
Shelly Beach Walking Track — Manly, Brisbane
54Spot

Shelly Beach Walking Track

Lookouts · Manly

Lookouts in Manly, Brisbane.

4.7(100)View details →
Spider Hill Lookout — Chermside, Brisbane
52Spot

Spider Hill Lookout

Lookouts · Chermside

Lookouts in Chermside, Brisbane.

4.3(46)View details →
The Lookout — Manly, Brisbane
48Spot

The Lookout

Lookouts · South Bank

Lookouts in South Bank, Brisbane.

4.9(9)View details →
Riverwalk Lookout — Manly, Brisbane
48Spot

Riverwalk Lookout

Lookouts · South Bank

Lookouts in South Bank, Brisbane.

4.8(25)View details →
Mowbray Park Lookout — Brisbane CBD, Brisbane
41Spot

Mowbray Park Lookout

Lookouts · Fortitude Valley

Lookouts in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.

4.7(7)View details →
Dockside Lookout — Brisbane CBD, Brisbane
40Spot

Dockside Lookout

Lookouts · Fortitude Valley

Lookouts in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.

4.4(7)View details →

Lookouts in Brisbane — FAQs

What are the best lookouts in Brisbane?+

Our top-rated lookouts in Brisbane are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.

How is the Brisbane lookouts ranking decided?+

We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.

Can I filter lookouts by suburb or price?+

Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.

How many lookouts are listed in Brisbane?+

We currently feature 15 lookouts across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.