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Things to Do in Brisbane 2026 — Best Activities, Attractions and Experiences in Brisbane

Brisbane things to do guide 2026: from South Bank and the Gallery of Modern Art to Moreton Island, the Story Bridge climb and the best free things to do in Brisbane this weekend.

By Brisbane Daily · Published 29 June 2026 at 11:43 am

Updated 2 July 2026 at 11:43 am

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Things to Do in Brisbane 2026 — Best Activities, Attractions and Experiences in Brisbane
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Things to Do in Brisbane 2026

Brisbane has transformed into one of Australia's most exciting cities — the South Bank Parklands and the cultural precinct, the revival of Fortitude Valley and the Valley markets, the West End cafe strip and the Brisbane River ferry network make it a city with growing vibrancy and identity. visitbrisbane.com.au

Iconic Brisbane Experiences

  • GOMA — Gallery of Modern Art — Stanley Place, South Bank. Australia's largest gallery of modern and contemporary art. Outstanding architecture and free permanent collection. qagoma.qld.gov.au
  • South Bank Parklands and Streets Beach — the man-made Streets Beach lagoon is a tropical freshwater swimming area in the middle of the city. Free. The South Bank boardwalk and parklands stretch along the river. visitsouthbank.com.au
  • Story Bridge Adventure Climb — Howard Smith Wharves precinct. Climb Brisbane's iconic 1940 heritage bridge for panoramic city views. Day, twilight and night climbs available. storybridgeadventureclimb.com.au
  • Howard Smith Wharves — under the Story Bridge. A precinct of restaurants, bars and event spaces on the river. Brisbane's most popular waterfront destination.

Free Things to Do in Brisbane

  • South Bank Parklands — free walking, cycling, beaches.
  • QAGOMA permanent collection — free entry. qagoma.qld.gov.au
  • Roma Street Parkland — free subtropical garden in the CBD fringe.

Things to Do This Weekend in Brisbane

Check What's On at visitbrisbane.com.au for current Brisbane events, festivals and markets.

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