Best Parks in Brisbane (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 202 of the best parks 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.
202 spots
South Bank Parklands
Parks in South Bank, Brisbane.
New Farm Park
Sprawling public park featuring grassy expanses, recreational facilities & an arts centre.
City Botanic Gardens
Landmark botanical garden offering an array of plant life, ponds, picnic areas & a concert venue.
Orleigh Park
Scenic riverside park offering a walking trail & playground, plus picnic areas with tables & BBQs.
Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
56-hectare, subtropical botanic gardens featuring native & exotic plants, plus workshops & events.
Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park
Riverside park offering rock climbing, BBQ areas, public art & views of Brisbane's skyline.
Roma Street Parkland
Expansive, acclaimed park featuring contemporary display gardens, waterways & an amphitheater.
Rocks Riverside Park
A sprawling riverside park in Indooroopilly built on a former cement quarry, featuring water play areas, walking and biking paths, and heritage industrial artifacts.
Sherwood Arboretum
Scenic riverside park in Sherwood with walking paths, BBQ facilities, playgrounds and native wildlife.
Scarborough Beach
Parks in West End, Brisbane.
Suttons Beach Park
Waterfront open space popular with families offering cafes, picnic facilities & a playground.
Frew Park
Parks in West End, Brisbane.
Captain Burke Park
Parks in West End, Brisbane.
Mt Coot-tha Botanical Gardens Lookout
Parks in Toowong, Brisbane.
Gap Creek Reserve
Parks in Milton, Brisbane.
Kalinga Park
Park with themed playgrounds for kids of all ages, plus BBQ areas & trails for walking & cycling.
Manly To Spit Bridge Coastal Walk
A 10 km coastal walking path featuring scenic, well-maintained trails with sweeping harbour views.
Bulimba Riverside Park
A shaded playground anchors this waterfront green space with a fenced dog park & picnic tables.
Parks in Brisbane — FAQs
What are the best parks in Brisbane?+
Our top-rated parks 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 parks 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 parks 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 parks are listed in Brisbane?+
We currently feature 202 parks across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.