Top Things to do in Brisbane Region
What to do and see in Brisbane Region, Queensland: The Best Scenic Walking Areas
Discover the best top things to do in Brisbane Region, Australia including Bullocky Rest, St Helena Island National Park, New Farm River Walk, Sandy Beach Recreation Reserve, Denham Reserve Scenic Reserve Waterfalls, Howard Smith Wharves, Wilson's Outlook Reserve, Chinatown, Cheese Slice, Rocklea Wetland Habitat.
Restaurants in Brisbane Region
1. Bullocky Rest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By kpiddy - Brisbane, Australia
Situated on the south-eastern bank of Lake Samsonvale in Moreton Bay Shire is the large picturesque park known as Bullocky Rest, it was a delightful place to discover on our recent afternoon drive in Greater Brisbane. Bullocky Rest is located on Forgan Road, there was plenty of parking scattered throughout the park, a small childrens playground, covered and uncovered picnic tables with bench chairs in the shade of the trees, barbeque and toilet facilites. From the picnic grounds we walked west towards Forgan Park, along the road for a short way to the start of a nature trail through the bush which had glimpses of the lake to Forgan Cove and back.
2. St Helena Island National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 390 reviews
Considered Queensland's first historic national park, this island features the ruins of a colonial prison, once known as the "hell hole of the South Pacific."
Reviewed By SunnySunshineChaser - Brisbane, Australia
What an interesting tour! The island is just a short boat trip away from Brisbane and offers a lot of surprises. The wildlife is stunning on the island. Thousands of wild wallabies and a lot of butterflies. It was really interesting to dive into the past and learn about the prison and the people that used to live on the island. A fantastic day spent with friends. Highly recommended!
3. New Farm River Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 316 reviews
Reviewed By J901GDchristinem
We walked along here at end of the day and had really lovely views of the city and Story bridge. Had a cool drink and snack at Howard Street wharf area before strolling back to car
4. Sandy Beach Recreation Reserve
5. Denham Reserve Scenic Reserve Waterfalls
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By colinv401 - Logan City, Australia
Firstly this area is not recommended for Families with kids, elderly or persons suffering from back, knee, hip problems etc. Also, ensure you have suitable footwear, thongs (flip flops) do not recommend. The hike down is difficult with cliff edges, thorns (do not tickle when you hit these) and the rocks are wet and slippery. You start behind farm properties until the track descends down into the George, you will then encounter a number of steps leading down. It is all worth the effort as you are greeted by a waterfall and large swimming hole the water is nice and cold on them hot balmy days. So if you are adventuress, like a little challenge it is 100% worth the hike ..
6. Howard Smith Wharves
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By mytrips55 - Franklin, Australia
Sitting in the shade at HSW on a sunny Saturday we enjoyed good food wine and service! Move a little away from the crowds to the brand new facility and there’s plenty of room to relax without feeling you are in a goldfish bowl. Ordering on line takes a few goes before you get the hang of it but really the quick service certainly makes up for any inconvenience. Booze list far better than the usual limited selection ant raid prices. We had a Tassie resiling half bottle that was very scoffable. Food fresh and full of Asian spices coupled with friendly intimate service to make the whole deal a memorable one. Hope Howard Smith Wharfs works for everyone as well as it did for us.
7. Wilson's Outlook Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By kpiddy - Brisbane, Australia
Wilson's Outlook Reserve is located on the cliffs above the Howard Smith Wharves, it's a great place for a picnic as well as taking in the views of the city, a special place to view fireworks and other events on the river. The reserve was named after Thomas Wilson, a long standing local alderman from 1905-21 and Major in 1909, as well as having been known as the Outlook by local residents of the late nineteenth century. Street parking is available, I like to include it in my walking circuit along the New Farm Riverwalk, Moray Street and Bowen Terrace. Picnic tables and outdoor exercise equipment are available at Wilson's Outlook Reserve.
8. Chinatown
9. Cheese Slice
First listed on /Brisbane on Reddit in February 2021, The Cheese Slice of Booval Fair has been a local attraction for six months in Ipswich. There is a mystery surrounding the origins of The Cheese Slice. It was thought to have been placed on the pole of the South Station Road exit in mid 2021.
