Brisbane's best spots for photos
Discover top Brisbane photo spots—lookouts, green spaces, the Story Bridge, South Bank, and vibrant public art.
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Whether hosting visitors or exploring, here's a list of Brisbane's most iconic photo locations.
Natural wonders
Mt Coot-tha Lookout, Mt Coot-tha
Capture Brisbane's skyline in full at the Mt Coot-tha Lookout. With serene and idyllic views of the cityscape you'll feel on top of the world!
Tropical Display Dome, Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Snap a new Insta profile photo in front of this iconic tropical-plant greenhouse. Find out more about the Tropical Display Dome. If you're visiting in spring, wander to the Japanese Garden to see the cherry blossoms in bloom.
Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Kangaroo Point
Pack a picnic and sit atop the cliffs for an iconic sunset photo behind Brisbane's skyline. The outlook is sure to inspire both amateur and professional photographers in Brisbane.
New Farm Park, New Farm
From the famous rose garden to the lovely gazebo, there are many great photo spots in this popular Brisbane park.
Iconic Brisbane
Brisbane City Hall, Brisbane City
History buffs will love capturing the neoclassic and Art Deco-inspired angles of Brisbane City Hall. While there enjoy a bird's-eye view from the Clock Tower on a free Museum of Brisbane tour.
Brisbane from a CityCat
The Brisbane River shapes our city. Nothing says "I've been to Brisbane" more than snapping a photo aboard one of our beloved CityCats. Capture the many beautiful backdrops including New Farm Park, Story Bridge or Brisbane Powerhouse.
Story Bridge
Is there a more iconic Brisbane snapshot than the Story Bridge? A perfect spot to capture the bridge is Wilson Outlook Reserve. You could wander along the Riverwalk near Howard Smith Wharves, where you can stop for a bite to eat afterward.
South Bank Parklands, South Brisbane
From the Brisbane sign to The Wheel of Brisbane, you'll find plenty of great photo spots. The beautiful bougainvillea walk adds to the options.
Hidden gems
Burnett Lane, Brisbane City
Celebrate art and architecture by snapping photos of buildings and street art that enliven this inner city laneway.
Suburban style
Brisbane City is not the only great place to go for photos. Spend time exploring unique public art and creative lighting in Brisbane's suburbs.
Bowen Park, Bowen Hills
Bowen Park lights up after dark providing a wonderful backdrop for photos. Explore other creative lighting project locations across Brisbane.
Get snapping
Show off your iconic photos of Brisbane on social media using hashtag #viewsofbrisbane.
For more inspiration:
- read more Things to see and do articles
- download and explore the Brisbane app.