Best Tourist Attractions in Brisbane (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 65 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.
First time in Brisbane, or showing visitors around? These are the landmark sights and must-see attractions that define the city — the places worth building a day around.
65 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.
Mount Gravatt Lookout
Lookouts in Hamilton, Brisbane.
Wynnum Mangrove Boardwalk
Tourist Attractions in Wynnum, Brisbane.
Brisbane City Hall
Active historic government building with guided tours featuring the clock tower, plus a museum.
Victoria Bridge
Spot in South Bank, 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.
Glass Platform at The Star Skydeck @ level 23
Tourist Attractions in South Bank, Brisbane.
Riparian Plaza
Large public square surrounded by tall office towers, with views of Brisbane River & Story Bridge.
Simpson Falls
Lookouts in Toowong, Brisbane.
Bartley's Hill Lookout
Lookouts in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Thomas Dixon Centre
Museums in West End, Brisbane.
Wynnum Jetty
Tourist Attractions in Wynnum, Brisbane.
Tourist Attractions by suburb
Zoom in on the best tourist attractions in Brisbane's most popular neighbourhoods.
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Read guide →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 65 tourist attractions across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.