In Brisbane hand-feed wild dolphins at Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort, walk through heritage-listed rainforest at Lamington National Park, swim at superb beaches or take in a theme park. You'll still be back in time to catch a show and enjoy superb outdoor dining.

The Queensland Cultural Centre in Brisbane is Queensland's heart of arts and entertainment, housing the Performing Arts Complex, Conservatory of Music, Queensland Museum and Art Gallery. Brisbane's cultural calendar extends throughout the year with a diverse array of events and festivals to suit all tastes and interests. Fireworks, jazz and the classics bring the waterways alive each spring at the annual River festival. The Brisbane International Film Festival showcases the best from world cinema and the Brisbane Writers Festival features leading Australian and overseas writers.

Go green in Brisbane and visit the Botanic Gardens, Roma Street Parklands and Brisbane Forest Park. Stroll along the mangrove boardwalk.

Ride the river on a City Cat, Brisbane's speedy catamarans, and spot the local wildlife, including pelicans and the Eastern Water Dragons. Step into history by walking the Brisbane Heritage Trail or take a cruise to the colonial prison on St Helena Island in Moreton Bay.

There's fun for all the family at South Bank, home to a host of attractions including the Naval Stores and IMAX Theatre alongside cafes, shops, restaurants, a relaxing beach and swimming lagoon.

Queen Street Mall, in the heart of Brisbane, is a shopper's delight with more than 500 stores and food outlets. You can combine retail therapy with cultural fever at Fortitude Valley, home to Brisbane's Chinatown and the Brunswick Street Markets. The Riverside Centre and South Bank's parklands feature popular weekend markets. New Farm Park with its twice-monthly Farmers' Market and nearby Brisbane Powerhouse Centre for the Live Arts are a must.

Experience the view from the top with a champagne breakfast balloon flight and enjoy superb panoramic views of Brisbane from Mount Cootha.

Wake up to the beauty of lush green hinterland and the warm hospitality of South East Queensland Country, just one hour's drive away. To north and south, the azure blue waters and white sandy beaches of the Sunshine and Gold Coasts beckon. And close to the city, you'll find Brisbane's own aquatic playground - Moreton Bay and Islands - the perfect place to indulge in your favourite water sport.

There's so much to see and do in and around Australia's only subtropical capital city. Accommodation, tours, dining, shopping choices are endless.

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