Mt Coot-tha Summit Lookout
Brisbane's premier mountain summit lookout, with sweeping views over the city and bay — free, 4.6 stars from 540-plus reviews.
Some links are affiliate links — if you book through them we may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you. It never affects our Spot Score or what we recommend.
Why it's worth checking out
The Mt Coot-tha Summit Lookout is one of Brisbane's most iconic vantage points, with a 4.6-star average from more than 540 reviews.
From the summit, the lookout offers sweeping panoramas across the city, the river and out to Moreton Bay — a genuine must-see, and free to visit. That big tally of feedback reflects how much locals and visitors treasure the view.
It's atop Mt Coot-tha in Brisbane's west, an easy drive out and a gateway to the mountain's walking tracks. The lookout suits a scenic stop, a photo over the city or a coffee with a view — and it's at its best at sunset and after dark, when the city lights spread out below.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- TuesdayToday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 83
- Popularity
- 83
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Nearby venues
Nowhere Espresso Pizzeria and Wine Bar
$$Cafes in Toowong, Brisbane.
DillyDally Coffee
Cafes in Toowong, Brisbane.
Riser
Bakeries in Toowong, Brisbane.
Corner Store Cafe
$$Modern Australian eats with organic veggies from a kitchen garden in a restored Federation cottage.
More tourist attractions in Brisbane
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.
Streets Beach
Small, palm-fringed inner-city swimming beach along a lagoon with a picnic area & snack stall.
Howard Smith Wharves
Busy, modern waterside development with restaurants, breweries & a sleek, contemporary hotel.