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Flight Simulator QLD

Entertainment Venues

Flight Simulator QLD

Experience the thrill of flying a real commercial jet in Brisbane! At Flight Simulator QLD, guests step into the captain's seat of the world's most popular airliner, the Boeing 737. The highly realistic simulator allows guests to take off, cruise, and land just like a real airline pilot, no experience needed! Perfect for tourists looking for a unique Brisbane adventure and locals wanting something unforgettable. Flight Simulator QLD welcomes birthday parties, group bookings, corporate events, and aviation enthusiasts of all ages, open on weekends, making it the perfect weekend experience. Located in Holland Park, Brisbane, the simulator is just minutes from Westfield Carindale and only a short drive from the Brisbane CBD. Surrounded by great cafes, restaurants, and local hotspots, the flight experience can easily be added to a fun day out. Easy to access by public transport, with convenient parking nearby. Whether chasing a dream of becoming a pilot or simply looking for something exciting to do, Flight Simulator QLD is ready for takeoff.

Holland Park West QLD

3.6 km away

Ready to shoot! — Image credit: Brisbane Pistol Club

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Brisbane Pistol Club

Brisbane Pistol Club offers Australia's only practical shooting experience. Visitors will discover an exhilarating, unique adventure —a significant departure from traditional shooting galleries. Here, participants learn the dynamic sport of practical shooting, focusing on an exciting balance of speed and accuracy across multiple targets and distances. Under strict safety protocols and expert one-on-one instruction, guests receive comprehensive gun handling training. They will hold the pistol themselves, master quick reloads, and learn the fundamentals of this engaging sport. The experience culminates in a friendly competitive element, as participants score against their group and strive for a spot on the Brisbane Pistol Club's "Come and Try" leaderboard. This is an ideal activity for thrill-seekers and anyone eager to try a truly immersive shooting sport.

Belmont QLD

4.2 km away

New Farm Park

Parks and Gardens

New Farm Park

New Farm Park is one of Brisbane’s oldest, grandest and largest parks and attracts more than 18000 visitors each week from all around the world. The 37-acre park is a popular spot with local families and friends who gather on weekends to relax, picnic, barbecue, kick a ball and catch up beneath the trees or in the open fields. The city-owned park often has free live music events in the rotunda and other special events throughout the year. Prior to European settlement, New Farm was covered with bush and dotted with shallow lagoons. Following the founding of the Moreton Bay convict settlement the land initially became a farm before sub-division in 1843. The parkland had a racecourse from 1846 until 1913 when Brisbane City Council acquired the land to create a park. New Farm Park opened in 1919. One edge of the park touches the Brisbane River and a riverfront boardwalk connects the park with Brisbane Central Business District by foot, or from the CityCat ferry terminal. Next to the park is the Brisbane Powerhouse, an incredible old building re-purposed as an edgy arts centre. Catch live music, comedy, theatre and more, plus the weekend farmers' markets and moonlight cinema (seasonal).

New Farm QLD

5.5 km away

Jan Powers Farmers Markets - Brisbane Powerhouse — Image credit: JPFM

Shopping and Markets

Jan Powers Farmers Markets - Brisbane Powerhouse

The Jan Powers Farmers Markets Powerhouse has drawn strong crowds of food-lovers and smart shoppers since the arts venue opened in 2000. Much has changed over two decades but what remains consistent is a commitment to high-quality products, a deep connection with farmers and primary producers and a sense of loyalty among stallholders and shoppers. The Saturday morning markets attract thousands of visitors each week stocking up on everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to artisan cheeses and smallgoods to handmade pasta and bread. There is no shortage of quality coffee vans to kickstart your morning and an abundance of food trucks and vendors to fill your bellies with the likes of acai bowls and smoothies, loaded bagels and burgers and nourishing curries and stir-fries. You can source fresh fruit straight from the grower, speak to butchers and bakers about their unique ranges and stock your fridge and pantry with wares bought directly from farmers, chefs and artisans. Enjoy the bustling atmosphere of the busy market or take your purchases to the nearby New Farm Park for a relaxed riverfront picnic. The family-friendly markets located in the forecourt of Brisbane Powerhouse also welcome dogs.

New Farm QLD

5.5 km away

Brisbane Powerhouse

Entertainment Venues

Brisbane Powerhouse

A magnificent power station of the 1920s reborn as Queensland's home of contemporary art and culture located along the Brisbane River (Maiwar) on Yagara Country. With over 1,250 performances and events each year, Brisbane Powerhouse offers a program of festivals, visual arts, music, theatre, comedy, dance, film, in-conversation and digital arts. Brisbane Powerhouse features two main stage theatres, three smaller performance venues, gallery spaces, three restaurants and bars (Bar Alto, Mary Mae's Bar + Kitchen, and Vertigo), Powerhouse Store, corporate facilities and one of the best river views in Meanjin/Brisbane. Brisbane Powerhouse produces significant festivals and events including Brisbane Comedy Festival, Ubuntu Social, Night Feast and Melt Festival. Brisbane Powerhouse is a not-for-profit organisation owned and supported by the Brisbane City Council.

New Farm QLD

5.7 km away

Powerhouse Store

Shopping and Markets

Powerhouse Store

Featuring handmade objects and utilitarian design pieces, Powerhouse Store showcases a selection of beautiful and functional items from considered brands around the world. Shop exclusive designers, premium materials, and small batch collections that you won't find anywhere else. From alluring fragrances to wearable pieces, premium quality kids' products to artisanal homewares, every maker has a story.

New Farm QLD

5.7 km away

Vertigo

Entertainment Venues

Vertigo

Vertigo is Australia's first vertical dining adventure, perched four stories above the ground, overhanging Brisbane Powerhouse's iconic industrial façade. Guests can enjoy a shared charcuterie experience while taking in sweeping city views at golden hour. Sip, snack, and savour the moment from one of Brisbane's most unforgettable vantage points. Vertigo accommodates eight tables of two, with multiple seatings available on Friday and Saturday evenings, weather permitting.

New Farm QLD

5.7 km away

Area 51 World Mt Gravatt — Image credit: Area 51 World

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Area 51 World Mt Gravatt

Area 51 World Mt Gravatt is a vibrant indoor adventure park designed especially for children aged up to 12 years old. Located in Brisbane's southside, this space-themed attraction offers an exciting blend of active play, creativity, and imagination—all under one roof. Young explorers can enjoy an array of engaging experiences including soft play zones, climbing walls, trampolines, and a dedicated toddler area. Each section is thoughtfully designed to suit various age groups and energy levels, ensuring fun and safety for every child. The immersive environment brings outer space to life through playful decor, glowing lights, and interactive elements that spark curiosity and joy. Whether it's a family day out, a birthday celebration, or just an exciting indoor adventure, Area 51 Mt Gravatt offers endless opportunities for movement, laughter, and memorable moments. Parents can unwind at the on-site café while keeping an eye on the fun. It's the ultimate indoor play universe for Brisbane's little adventurers.

Upper Mount Gravatt QLD

6.4 km away

Hijinx Hotel where you play, not stay — Image credit: Funlab

Amusement and Theme Parks

Hijinx Hotel - Mt Gravatt

Hijinx Hotel is an immersive interactive game experience housed within the theme, wonder and theatre of a quirky New York style hotel where the rooms are reimagined into quick play, challenge rooms. Leave the suitcases at home - these are rooms where you play, not stay. Each of the hotel wings home highly fun & experiential, game-afied rooms made up of 5 different collaborative games including massive adult ball pits, giant size scrabble tiles and rubix cubes, enormous musical instruments (think the Piano in BIG). Throw in unicorns a plenty and Hijinx is perfect for 5 and 500 year olds, fun for the young and the young at heart in a group, on a date or just out with a mate, Hijinx Hotel is the best place to play. Creative cocktails, breaking up all that kidulting drinks like the Bubble and Pop and the Penthouse Party, Rub a dub tub (served in a bathtub of course) and many more delight the tastebuds as you sit at the hotel bar. Hens parties, Bucks parties, birthdays of all ages, date night, your next anniversary or looking for things to do in Brisbane, Hijinx Hotel has you covered for your next special event with all inclusions. About to check out? Why not hit the links and play a round of golf next door at Holey Moley Mt Gravatt

Upper Mount Gravatt QLD

6.4 km away

Holey Moley mini golf in Mt Gravatt Brisbane — Image credit: Funlab

Amusement and Theme Parks

Holey Moley - Mt Gravatt

Lets Get Swingin'. Grab your putters and bust out your mini golf attire, Mt Gravatt! Holey Moley has landed to take the South of Brisbane by storm! Located at Westfield Mt Gravatt, they're rocking 18 uniquely themed and vibrant mini golf holes of nostalgia and pop-culture! Alongside the fairway of fun they've also got Holey Moley's famous Caddy Shack Bar overflowing with exclusive cocktails, wines, beers and bites. Take them on the green or kick back in a venue bustling with atmosphere, cause it's time to putt loose, Mt Gravatt! Whether you're strutting your putt or smashing out some tunes in the private karaoke room, you'll be able to do it while sipping the night away courtesy of a fully-equipped cocktail bar. Get ready – your all-in karaoke, bar and mini golf experience has just teed off!

Upper Mount Gravatt QLD

6.4 km away

Treatment Room — Image credit: endota

Spas and Retreats

endota spa Mt Gravatt

Their experienced day spa therapists are leaders in massage and body therapies. They specialise in relaxation massage, as well as targeted treatments such as remedial, deep tissue and pregnancy massage, and soothing stone massage. At your local day spa, our endota-trained professional skin therapists deliver results-driven facials, specialising in organic and high-performance treatments, skin scan analysis and consultations, hydro-microdermabrasion, facial peels and Light Therapy (LED). They also offer an array of rejuvenating spa packages and revitalising body wraps and scrubs, plus beauty therapies such as manicures, pedicures, waxing, eyelash tinting and spray tans. They use professional spa-quality products in their treatments from their signature endota Organics™ and advanced endota New Age™ ranges, made from potent active ingredients. What's more, they stock all endota skincare and ranges, including Mother and Baby Organics Nurture™, Colour™ make-up and Live Well™ for care at home, as well as gift packs in their immersive retail space.

Brisbane City QLD

6.6 km away

Business frontage — Image credit: Woolloongabba Art Gallery

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Woolloongabba Art Gallery

Established in 2004, the Woolloongabba Art Gallery is an independent boutique art gallery, dedicated to the exhibition and sale of quality contemporary art. Representing a stylistically varied selection of local and Australasian art by established and emerging artists, Woolloongabba Art Gallery's regular exhibition program is complemented with substantial stockroom holdings of works by represented artists. With an ethos steeped in cultural appreciation, the gallery sources its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander exhibitions through 100 percent owned and operated art centres.

Woolloongabba QLD

6.6 km away

Fables Bar & Café

Entertainment Venues

Fables Bar & Café

Fables Bar & Café is the Princess Theatre's own café and bar, which is located on the ground floor of the theatre. Fables caters to locals and gig-going patrons - functioning as a cosy café day and night. Fables offering includes various rotating craft beers, wines and other goodies, and a collection of signature cocktails and classics. Fables are open late on gig nights, so swing by after the show for a night cap.

Woolloongabba QLD

6.6 km away

The Princess Theatre

Entertainment Venues

The Princess Theatre

The Princess Theatre reigns as Queensland's oldest standing theatre. The heritage-listed building, which opened in 1888, has over the years housed a picture theatre, a rag merchant, a secondhand dealer, a paper wholesaler, an engineering firm, and most recently, a church. Built 135 years ago as a local gathering place for the working class residents of Woolloongabba and South Brisbane, it is now roaring back to life as Brisbane’s newest home for live music and performing arts attracting audiences from around the country and acts from around the world.

Woolloongabba QLD

6.6 km away

Riverwalk Cycle

Landmarks and Buildings

The Brisbane Riverwalk

Whether you’re walking, running or cycling, the Brisbane Riverwalk is one of the best ways to move between two of the city's most vibrant precincts. Linking trendy New Farm with the city, the suspended pathway sits above the water and provides a beautiful view across the river to Kangaroo Point and a fresh angle central business district view. The original floating pathway washed away when major flooding struck Brisbane in 2011 but reopened in 2014 with a new design built to withstand a one-in-2000-year flood. The first walk, constructed in 2003, was a well-used route and the replacement thoroughfare proved just as popular. Pedestrians and cyclists coming from New Farm can access the path from Riverview Court. On the central business district side, the walkway ends at the historic Howard Smith Wharves where it connects to the riverside boardwalk, creating an uninterrupted route all the way to the Botanic Gardens. Along the Brisbane Riverwalk the cycling and pedestrian pathways are segregated for safety. An opening span of the pathway allows vessels to access the shoreline where it would otherwise be blocked by the walkway.

New Farm QLD

6.7 km away

Birdie & Shank

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Birdie & Shank

Birdie & Shank is Queensland's biggest indoor golf venue, bringing golf, good food, and good vibes together under one roof — with a vibrant diner, a stylish bar pouring your favourites, and state-of-the-art golf simulators for play, practice, or friendly competition. Whether you're a serious golfer or just keen to give it a try, you'll feel right at home. And if you're looking to host an event or corporate function, we've got you covered with a space that's fun, modern, and effortlessly welcoming.

Macgregor QLD

6.7 km away

Bluey's World

Amusement and Theme Parks

Bluey's World

Step into Bluey's world - for real life. Let's do this kiddos! Embark on a brand-new immersive journey with Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad in their beloved home, backyard and beyond. Explore your favourite rooms, play interactive games, and keep your eyes peeled for surprises around every corner...and maybe even a Longdog or two! As you arrive at the Heeler family's Brisbane cul-de-sac watch out for those pesky bin chickens. Then enter their colourful Queenslander house, where you are invited to live and play like Bluey. Follow the hallway to the living room and meet your guide who will join you on this very special adventure. Discover Bluey and Bingo's epic giant cubby. Crawl, climb and walk (funny walks encouraged) your way through the various cubby rooms. Explore the girls' bedroom from the stained-glass window to the watermelon rug. Then play games and make good times in the fun and vibrant playroom. See what's cooking in the Heeler's kitchen; and decorate a pavlova like Bluey. But hold the edamame beans please. Venture out to the backyard for maximum play time around the poinciana tree. But wait...what's going on in Dad's shed? Look inside as more surprises await. Finish your day in Bluey's Brisbane neighbourhood, complete with takeaway shop, playground, gift shop and much more.

Hamilton QLD

6.8 km away

Edito boutique on James street in New Farm, Brisbane — Image credit: PAYA PTY LTD T/A Edito

Shopping and Markets

Edito Boutique

édito is a James Street boutique where timeless style meets a whisper of French nonchalance. Curated with an editor's precision, its rails carry the best from coveted labels including ba&sh, Vanessa Bruno, Soeur, Sessun, Essentiel Antwerp and more. Each piece is chosen for its ability to transcend seasons, blending minimalist modernity with playful colour and refined detail. From a silk blouse that skims the skin to trousers with the perfect drape édito makes dressing instinctive rather than overthought. It's a destination for women who see style as a constant — a wardrobe built on pieces that move with you, season after season, year after year. Meet you at édito or pop online anytime www.edito.com.au

New Farm QLD

6.9 km away

Spa Lounge

Spas and Retreats

Stephanies Urban Spa

Welcome to Stephanies Urban Spa. A multi-level oasis steps away from Bulimba's Oxford Street, Stephanies Urban Spa has been offering guests world-class beauty services, wellbeing packages, and essential spa therapies for over two decades. Inspired by Hamptons wellbeing retreats, the Urban Spa accommodates quick visits and full day getaways with all services encouraging relaxation, restoration, and peace of mind.  Founded by the award-winning Stephanies Luxury Spa team,Stephanies Urban Spa hosts twelve individual therapy suites including a couple's suite and luxury manicure and pedicure lounge accommodating groups of up to five. The dedicated MediSpa offers advanced, minimally invasive cosmetic procedures with no downtime ensuring that the Medical and Wellbeing specialists can further support your self-care journey.   Now home to five luxury spa locations across South East Queensland, every Stephanies experience is an unforgettable getaway for spa lovers, group celebrations, and essential beauty needs. As the original Stephanies Luxury Spa location, the Urban Spa was established in 1994 and is nestled among the cafes and boutique shops of Bulimba, one of Brisbane's most charming riverside suburbs, perfect for a full day out with plenty to see and space to unwind.

Bulimba QLD

7.0 km away

Goodwill Bridge

Landmarks and Buildings

Goodwill Bridge

The Goodwill Bridge is a dedicated footbridge that links the Brisbane River's north and south banks, connecting the Queensland Maritime Museum at South Bank with the city at Gardens Point. It is just under 500 metres long but a brief walk along this architecturally impressive structure gives you a whole new perspective on South Bank, the Brisbane River and Central Business District. It was built in 2001 and takes its name from the Goodwill Games, which took place in Brisbane the same year. The bridge is not open to vehicular traffic and also features public art installations along its length.

Brisbane City QLD

7.1 km away

Story Bridge Adventure Climb

Landmarks and Buildings

Story Bridge

Brisbane's Story Bridge opened for operation on July 6, 1940. This date came five years after construction commenced and fourteen years after initial recommendations for a river crossing at Kangaroo Point. Essentially, the Story Bridge was one of the then government's three major public works projects, creating years of employment for many men during the Great Depression. The Story Bridge is the largest steel bridge designed, fabricated and constructed in Australia by Australians. Currently, the bridge is repainted every seven years using 17500 litres of paint. There is approximately 105000 square metres of painted steel surfaces. The Story Bridge Adventure Climb is one of only three bridge climbs in the world. Climbing over the steel structure gives you an incredible bird's eye view over Brisbane City, Kangaroo Point and far beyond to the distant mountain ranges and up the Brisbane River. Beneath the bridge on the Central Business District side is Howard Smith Wharves, a historic shipyard-turned-precinct. The old warehouses have been turned into a craft beer hall and conference spaces, and there are newly built bars, cafes and restaurants along with open parkland.

Brisbane City QLD

7.1 km away

Old Government House

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Old Government House

Old Government House was the hub of colonial life in the early days of Brisbane. Built between 1860 and 1862, just after Queensland achieved separation from New South Wales, the House was Queensland's first public building. Used as both a private residence and official state office, this House continued to be the home of Queensland's governors until 1910. Recognised as one of Queensland's most important heritage sites, the building has undergone works and is now open to the public as a House museum. Visitors can gain insight into colonial life in the early days of Queensland, plus visit the William Robinson Gallery. Located on the first level the Gallery and study centre honours the life and work of this distinguished Queensland artist. A one-hour guided tour takes place on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Guided tours are free but places are limited and bookings are essential. Alternatively, there are podcast tours you can follow along with. There is an on-site cafe called The Pantry with baked goods and coffee, plus a special gift shop. Admission is free.

Brisbane City QLD

7.2 km away

QUT Art Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

QUT Art Museum

QUT Art Museum is one of Queensland's premier visual art galleries and custodian of the QUT Art Collection. With a focus on contemporary art, the program includes internally curated exhibitions, commissioned projects and touring exhibitions. An exciting range of public programs for all ages is available. QUT Art Museum is located at QUT's Gardens Point Precinct next to the City Botanic Gardens, a short walk from the city centre.

Brisbane City QLD

7.2 km away

Griffith University Art Museum Exterior — Image credit: Griffith University Art Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Griffith University Art Museum

Since the early 1970s Griffith University Art Museum (GUAM) has been an influential part of Australia's cultural landscape, committed to innovation, experimentation and advocacy of art and culture's role in society. Situated in Brisbane's Cultural Precinct at South Bank, and in one of Australia's oldest art schools, the Queensland College of Art & Design, GUAM stimulates active and lifelong learning through diverse exhibitions, public programmes, research, teaching, and publishing for our community of students, faculty, artists, scholars, alumni, and the wider public. GUAM is always free and hosts exhibitions throughout the year in a purpose-built gallery space. GUAM is also custodian of the Griffith University Art Collection, the second largest public art collection in Queensland, of which more than 500 works are exhibited across the University's campuses in Brisbane, Logan and the Gold Coast for the enjoyment and education of students, staff and visitors.

South Brisbane QLD

7.3 km away

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