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The 15 Best Tours & Experiences in Brisbane

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Every tour on this site, one page, best first. Below are the 15 bookings that beat everything else in Brisbane right now: what each costs, how long it runs, and why it earned its place. The full catalogue sits underneath if none of them fits your trip.

From Brisbane: Moreton Island Full-Day Trip

From Brisbane: Moreton Island Full-Day Trip - How your day runs: cruise out, guided water time, then The Desert 4WD

1.Moreton Island Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,108 reviews · 1 day · from $126Our pick

Full-day Moreton Island from Brisbane: guided snorkelling and transparent kayak over Tangalooma wrecks, plus 4WD and sand tobogganing.

“Extremely fun! The time flew by in a whizz - definitely worth doing. Darcy, Will, Alan and everyone else made it a great day.”

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From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket

From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket - First stop: the Wildlife Hospital before the main zoo day

Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - Lone Pine Entry: 3 Hours with Koalas, Platypus, and More

3.Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,522 reviews · from $82

Take a Brisbane River cruise to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, with captain commentary and 3 hours to meet koalas, kangaroos, and more.

“The boat was clean and the crew were friendly and helpful. The onboard cafe bar was well stocked with good service. The commentary for the outward journey was clear and interesting. Plenty of time was allowed to walk around the sanctuary and buy refreshments. The sanctuary staff were also friendly and knowledgeable. The return journey had no commentary (same route in reverse so unnecessary) and the cruise was leisurely and relaxing. We all enjoyed this trip”

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Brisbane River Cruise and Koala Sanctuary Visit

Brisbane River Cruise and Koala Sanctuary Visit - The 75-minute river cruise on MV Mirimar II: where the city softens

4.Brisbane River Cruise and Koala Sanctuary Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,397 reviews · 5h 30m · from $81

Brisbane River cruise to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary with onboard commentary, skip-the-line entry, and 3 hours to see 130+ koalas.

“Amazing the see the animals in the sanctuary. They keep it very clean and treat the animals well from what we saw. Great trip. Loved the river cruise - sat up top.”

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Brisbane: Moreton Island Return Ferry & Adventure Day Pass

Brisbane: Moreton Island Return Ferry & Adventure Day Pass - The $98 Value: What You’re Actually Buying

Brisbane Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe or Sunshine Coast

Brisbane Whale Watching Cruise from Redcliffe or Sunshine Coast - Eye Spy Viewing: Cabin Comfort vs Deck Sightlines

Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min) - Morning tea on board: scones, jam, and coffee before the views

7.Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 973 reviews · from $37

90-minute Brisbane River morning cruise with live commentary, scones and coffee, plus Story Bridge, CBD sights, and Southbank views.

“Great way to see the city from the river, amazing photo opportunities and some interesting information given by the guide. I did the morning tea version so had a couple of scones and some coffee while I sat upstairs and enjoyed the view.”

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From Brisbane: North Stradbroke Island Wildlife Adventure

From Brisbane: North Stradbroke Island Wildlife Adventure - Getting to the island from Brisbane: van, ferry, and an early start that pays off

8.North Stradbroke Island Wildlife Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 869 reviews · 10 hours · from $105

A small-group day trip from Brisbane to North Stradbroke Island, mixing Gorge Walk coastal views, koalas, and freshwater lakes.

“Rio was an amazing tour guide! He took us to all the best spots to see kangaroos and koalas. We also saw turtles and dolphins along the coastal walk! He gave us lots of recommendations of where to go for lunch and gave us plenty of time for this so we weren’t rushing at all throughout the day. The journey itself was enjoyable, with a lovely ferry ride. During the bus journey, Rio told us all about the Island’s history, as well as getting to know the group! The island itself was gorgeous and I would recommend this trip to anyone who’s thinking of going. Thank you for such a…”

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Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure Climb

Brisbane: Story Bridge Adventure Climb - How the climb actually feels: from check-in to summit

9.Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure Climb

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 648 reviews · from $107

Climb Brisbane’s Story Bridge by day or night for 360-degree views, audio commentary, and a included group photo. Max 14.

“Well worth the money. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. I effectively had a private tour as I was the only participant and got some good recommendations for dinner. Make sure you don't drink alcohol beforehand (eg with lunch) as you will be breathalysed”

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Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast - Ferry Ride to Moreton Bay: Marine Life Bonus (and a Good Time to Prep)

Brisbane Segway Sightseeing Tour

Brisbane Segway Sightseeing Tour - South Bank Parklands: Where the Tour Finds Its Big-View Momentum

11.Brisbane Segway Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 629 reviews · from $92

Glide along Brisbane’s river, bridges, and South Bank on a guided Segway tour with training, photo stops, and big city views.

“We had a fantastic time on this tour. The guide was highly professional, very informative, and incredibly patient in making sure everyone felt confident on the Segways.”

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Brisbane: Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

Brisbane: Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min) - The 90-minute flow: what happens during the cruise

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Day Pass

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Day Pass - What’s included (and what’s extra) with your $42.32 ticket

13.Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Day Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 512 reviews · from $42

Spend 2–5 hours at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary near Brisbane. Feed roos, watch raptors and sheepdogs, and see 100+ koalas.

“My husband and I went to this Sanctuary. It was well kept and great to see the koalas. Very welcoming professional staff. Does not take long to walk around the place. We finished in 2 and a half hours. Thought the shows were quite short though compared to other animal places. But well worth seeing.”

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From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Ticket and Roundtrip Transfer

From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Ticket and Roundtrip Transfer - Pickup at Sebel Brisbane: how the day stays on track

14.Australia Zoo Ticket and Roundtrip Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 495 reviews · from $105

Brisbane coach to Australia Zoo with roundtrip hotel transfer, skip-driving stress, and 6 hours inside to see 1200+ animals.

“Transport was clean and comfortable Fast process onto bus and then through private entry into zoo. Staff were polite but didn’t communicate at all with travellers. It was a drive of over 1 hour, there could have been commentary on the way about towns/areas and facts about places but it was just silence all the way. Not a very engaging experience”

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Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr)

Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr) - Meeting at the Cultural Centre Public Pontoon in South Brisbane

15.Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 487 reviews · from $68

Relax on MV Neptune on the Brisbane River, hear the city’s story, then enjoy morning tea and a pub lunch with keg-tap beer at Breakfast Creek.

“A delightful experience, well organised and enjoyable. From the first boarding to the return sail home this was more than expected. Will do this again.”

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