Walking in Brisbane

Walking is the most basic form of exercise and costs as little as a good pair of walking shoes. Whether it's a bushwalk, a suburban hill circuit, wandering a curated walking trail, or doing a paced walk at your local shopping centre with a walking group, walking can help improve your health and wellbeing.

Use this page to find out about walking options in Brisbane.

For even more ideas on ways to stay active and to get out and about, view our Things to see and do in Brisbane page.

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Heritage trails

There are 17 suburban heritage walking trails across Brisbane celebrating the stories of local suburbs, in addition to Aboriginal culture trails, the Reflections on the River Trail and the Kangaroo Point National History Project Trail.

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Beginner's guide to walking Mt Coot-tha Reserve

Less than 10 kilometres from the Brisbane Central Business District, Mt Coot-tha Reserve is a must-do for beginner and hiking enthusiasts alike.

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Aboriginal culture trail

Walk the Nurri Millen Totem Trail at Boondall Wetlands - a collection of 18 cast aluminium totems that refer to food, plants and animals, tools, camp life and the Dreaming.

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Indigenous Art Program - Walking night tours

Join curators of the Indigenous Art Program to learn about artworks around Brisbane city. The tour will visit various sites located through the CBD for an hour and a half.

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More walking options

Tips for top walking

To get the most out of your walks:

plan your route and pack lightly
wear a pair of comfortable shoes
protect yourself from the sun with a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
buy a pedometer to record your distance and help keep you motivated.