Best Tourist Attractions in Brisbane (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 66 of the best tourist attractions 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.
66 spots
Brisbane Sign
A popular photo site, these large-scale letters spelling “Brisbane” feature against a city backdrop.
Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout
Scenic mountaintop viewpoint with expansive city views, plus a cafe & restaurant.
Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre
Scenic area featuring a wildlife center, wooded hiking trails & a reservoir for swimming & paddling.
Howard Smith Wharves
Busy, modern waterside development with restaurants, breweries & a sleek, contemporary hotel.
Streets Beach
Small, palm-fringed inner-city swimming beach along a lagoon with a picnic area & snack stall.
Spit to Manly Walk
Tourist Attractions in Manly, Brisbane.
Mount Gravatt Lookout
Lookouts in Hamilton, Brisbane.
Wynnum Mangrove Boardwalk
Tourist Attractions in Wynnum, Brisbane.
Shelly Headland Upper Lookout
Tourist Attractions in Manly, Brisbane.
Wynnum Wading Pool
Large saltwater wading pool with a children's slide, restrooms, changing facilities & BBQ area.
Norfolk Point
Tourist Attractions in Manly, Brisbane.
Submariners Walk Heritage Trail
Tourist Attractions in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Simpson Falls
Lookouts in Toowong, Brisbane.
Burragula Lookout
Lookouts in Manly, Brisbane.
Riparian Plaza
Large public square surrounded by tall office towers, with views of Brisbane River & Story Bridge.
Glass Platform at The Star Skydeck @ level 23
Tourist Attractions in South Bank, Brisbane.
Bartley's Hill Lookout
Lookouts in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Thomas Dixon Centre
Museums in West End, Brisbane.
Tourist Attractions in Brisbane — FAQs
What are the best tourist attractions in Brisbane?+
Our top-rated tourist attractions 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 tourist attractions 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 tourist attractions 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 tourist attractions are listed in Brisbane?+
We currently feature 66 tourist attractions across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.