Explore Brisbane and unleash your inner adventurer
Discover plenty in Brisbane to satisfy your sense of adventure. Explore lookouts, nature reserves, picturesque bayside locations and more.
Are you after an adventure? Explore our subtropical city and discover breathtaking lookouts, nature reserves, and picturesque bayside locations. There are plenty of exciting adventures waiting for you.
Lookouts
Get the best views of Brisbane from some of the best lookouts around the city. Visit the Mt Coot-tha Lookout - the highest point in Brisbane - for remarkable views of the city and Moreton Bay. You can hike up to the summit with several walking tracks and mountain bike trails leading to this location.
On a clear day, get a glimpse of the Moreton Bay islands, D'Aguilar Ranges and the Glasshouse Mountains from Mount Gravatt Outlook Reserve.
Climb the Kangaroo Point Cliffs, or take the staircase, to see the Brisbane CBD. Visit Wilson Outlook Reserve in New Farm for spectacular views of the Story Bridge and the Brisbane River.
Exploring nature
Immerse yourself in nature by exploring Brisbane's bushland reserves. Experience local natural habitats at Anstead Bushland Reserve, Brisbane Koala Bushlands, Toohey Forest Park, or Tinchi Tamba Wetlands.
Explore Australia's most biodiverse city at Council's 3 environment centres at Boondall Wetlands, Downfall Creek and Karawatha. Learn about our incredible native flora and fauna, and enjoy a unique educational experience. You can also join free and low-cost events and activities throughout the year, including guided walks, bush kindy and nature journaling.
Bayside
Take a walk along the sand at Manly before cooling off at the Wynnum Wading Pool. This heritage-listed, tidal pool has spectacular views of the bay.
Learn more about the history of the area by wandering along the heritage trail. Embark on a journey through time, tracing Wynnum's transformation into a popular holiday destination in Brisbane.
Further north, don't miss the scenic Shorncliffe and Sandgate seaside attractions. Explore Sandgate Foreshores Park featuring Baxter's Jetty and boat ramp, and Shorncliffe Pier and the Lover's Walk picnic area.
Looking for more action? Enjoy water-based fun with Council's kayaking and stand up paddle boarding activities.