Harrisons Pocket Travel Guide
Brisbane
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Popular places to visit
South Bank Parklands
After visiting South Bank Parklands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brisbane. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
The Gabba
Catch an event at The Gabba during your trip to Brisbane. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Treasury Building
A magnificent 19th-century building and riverside jewel that is now host to one of Queensland’s biggest casinos and entertainment precincts.
Brisbane Showgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Brisbane Showgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Brisbane. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Queen Street Mall
Shop for books or fashion, grab a bite to eat in a restaurant or bar and watch street performers entertain the crowds along Brisbane’s central shopping district.
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Cuddle a koala, hand-feed kangaroos and see other iconic Australian wildlife only a short distance from central Brisbane.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Tamborine Mountain - Hop On Hop Off - From Brisbane
Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain
Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal
Top hotels in Harrisons Pocket
The Star Grand Brisbane
An exceptional hotel- incredible facilities!
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Reception staff were welcoming and our room was ready on arrival. Room was good. Breakfast was the only dissapointment
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
Everything was good.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel
We checked and they did try to charge for the room even though it had been payed, they tried to charge for breakfast that had been included, yes maybe a genuine mistake but a bit annoying. The room was as described but was a bit small, but very clean. The restaurant was very good for dinner and breakfast, ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
Has a kitchenette which seems quite standard in Australia. Housekeeping tends to be spotty though
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Chermside Apartments
Clean
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Harrisons Pocket
Chermside
Unique features of Chermside include the shopping and coffee shops. Make a stop by Westfield Chermside or Chermside Waterpark while you're exploring the area.
Bowen Hills
Bowen Hills is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brisbane Showgrounds and Perry Park.
Hamilton
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Hamilton. A stop by Bretts Wharf Ferry Terminal or Portside Wharf might round out your trip.
Brisbane Airport
Travellers come to Brisbane Airport for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like DFO Brisbane and Moreton Bay while you're in town.
Newstead
Travellers like the historical sites in Newstead, and Newstead House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Fortitude Valley
Fortitude Valley is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Fortitude Music Hall and Brunswick Street Mall while in the area.
