12 days in Brisbane Itinerary

Queensland’s biggest town and state capital, Brisbane has an attractive, manicured image based around its riverside aesthetic as well as the contrast between its high-rise center and extensive urban greenery.

Step out of the city life by going to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Bulcock Beach. We've included these beaches for you: Kings Beach and Tugun Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Brisbane: Point Cartwright (in Mooloolaba), Maroochydore Beach (in Maroochydore) and Wirreanda Park (in Buderim). Spend the 6th (Sun) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. There's much more to do: buy something for everyone on your list at Brisbane Arcade, soar above the sights with Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights, get curious at SparkLab, ScienCentre, and take in the waterfront at Eagle Street Pier.

To see maps, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Brisbane online trip itinerary builder.

Expect a daytime high around 32°C in December, and nighttime lows around 23°C.