3‑Day Brisbane Autumn Adventure

Day 1: Arrival & City Exploration

Morning: Arrive at Brisbane Airport and take the Airtrain to the city centre, then settle into your hotel near South Bank. Enjoy a relaxed brunch at a riverside café while soaking up the vibrant atmosphere.

Afternoon: Stroll through the South Bank Parklands, visit the iconic Wheel of Brisbane, and explore the interactive exhibits at the Queensland Museum. Take a short walk to the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) for contemporary art highlights.

Evening: Dine at one of the waterfront restaurants at Eat Street Northshore for a variety of street‑food flavors, then enjoy a leisurely riverside walk along the Brisbane River under the city lights.

Day 2: Wildlife & Scenic Views

Morning: Head to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to cuddle a koala and hand‑feed kangaroos, experiencing iconic Australian wildlife up close.

Afternoon: Drive up to Mount Coot‑tha Lookout for panoramic city views and a stroll through the Botanic Gardens. Grab a light lunch at the lookout café.

Evening: Return to the city for a sunset cruise on the Brisbane River, followed by dinner at the historic Story Bridge Hotel with views of the illuminated bridge.

Day 3: Riverfront Culture & Departure

Morning: Explore the bustling Queen Street Mall for shopping and coffee, then visit the historic St. John’s Anglican Cathedral nearby.

Afternoon: Take a guided tour of the Brisbane City Hall and its Museum of Brisbane, followed by a leisurely lunch at River Quay overlooking the water.

Evening: Pack up and enjoy a final sunset at Kangaroo Point Cliffs before heading to the airport for departure.

Time and Cost Estimates

• South Bank Parklands – 2 hrs – $0 (free entry)
• Queensland Museum – 1.5 hrs – $0 (free entry)
• GOMA – 2 hrs – $20 (adult ticket)
• Eat Street Northshore – 2 hrs – $30 (meal)
• Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary – 3 hrs – $45 (adult entry)
• Mount Coot‑tha Lookout & Botanic Gardens – 2 hrs – $5 (parking)
• Brisbane River Sunset Cruise – 1.5 hrs – $35 (adult ticket)
• Story Bridge Hotel dinner – 2 hrs – $40 (meal)
• Queen Street Mall shopping & coffee – 2 hrs – $20 (snack)
• St. John’s Anglican Cathedral – 1 hr – $0 (free)
• Brisbane City Hall tour – 1.5 hrs – $10 (tour fee)
• River Quay lunch – 1.5 hrs – $35 (meal)
• Kangaroo Point Cliffs – 1 hr – $0 (free)
• Total Estimated Cost: $260

Tips

If you have an extra day, consider a day trip to the nearby Moreton Island for snorkeling and sand‑boarding, or extend your stay to explore the vibrant arts scene in the West End. To shorten the trip, focus on the city highlights—South Bank, the River Cruise, and Lone Pine—while skipping the longer drive to Mount Coot‑tha for a more relaxed pace.