The most scenic spots in Brisbane are….

Brisbane’s scenic beauty is one of the main reasons why our city attracts thousands of visitors every season. While we locals are well aware of Brisbane’s most scenic spots, visitors are often so overwhelmed by the magnitude of attractions on offers that many miss out on the best ones.

As the manager of Bridgewater Terraces and a Brisbane local, I thought this would be a poignant time to list some of Brisbane’s most scenic spots. So, continue reading this post to discover which scenic destinations to consider in your itinerary.

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Lookouts

Head over to Kangaroo Point Cliffs to enjoy one of the best lookouts in Brisbane. These cliffs overlook the Brisbane River and offer spectacular river views. You can also enjoy rock climbing, have a picnic or have a few bites at one of the cafes in the area.
If you’re one who doesn’t mind steep climbs, then head over to Highgate Hill Park in Dornoch Terrace. Once you make your way to the top of the cliffs at this park, you’ll be treated to surreal views of South Brisbane. As a reminder – this climb is quite demanding, so save other activities for another day.
To witness the best of Brisbane and its surrounding suburbs, drive to Mt. Coot-Tha lookout. This lookout spot is surrounded by lush forests and is located amidst rich greenery. There are also a couple of fantastic cafes at this lookout spot.

Picnic Areas

To enjoy a picnic on your Brisbane holiday, drop by Roma Street Parklands. This park offers ample space for picnics and barbeques and is easily accessible. And, if you’d like to enjoy the parks without doing any cooking, there’s a great café where you’ll find delicious food.
Brisbane’s City Botanic Gardens is an absolute favourite for picnics with us locals. This gorgeous park offers a serene environment with rich natural beauty for you to enjoy. I’ll advise you to take public transportation to get to this destination as there is limited car parking space.

Sunsets/Sunrises

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For the best spots in Brisbane to witness a sunrise/sunset, head over to Redcliffe and Woody Point at Moreton Bay. You’ll be treated to grand views and people fishing at this iconic destination. Do bring your camera along to capture the contrast of the warm skies with the cool sand and ocean waters.
To see epic reflections of sunsets and sunrises in our city, pay a visit to Nudgee Beach. With stretches of mangrove trees, wriggly sand and exotic birds, you’re sure in for some great sightseeing. While it is a great place to spend quality time with family, it is also a pet friendly destination.

Drives

Mount Nebo Road is arguably one of the best scenic drives in our city. This long and winding road makes its way through dense eucalyptus forests and continues on to Mount Nebo and Mount Glorious. You’ll also find plenty of lookout spots on the way, so do stop by for breaks while you drive.
If you’re on your way to Mount Coot-Tha, you’ll need to take the scenic Sir Samuel Griffith Drive. On this scenic drive, you’ll witness amazing city views by day and colourful cityscapes at night.

Conclusion:

Brisbane has a plethora of scenic spots which are frequented by locals and holidaymakers alike. Some of Brisbane’s most scenic spots include Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Highgate Hill Park, Mt. Coot-Tha, Roma Street Parklands, City Botanic Gardens, Redcliffe and Woody Point, Nudgee Beach, Mount Nebo Road and Sir Samuel Griffith Drive.

You really don’t have to go far to see one of the most scenic spots in Brisbane. Simply book your accommodation with us at Bridgewater Terraces, and you’ll be close to most of these destinations. Roma Street Parklands and the City Botanic Gardens are easily accessible from our holiday apartments. And the Kangaroo Point Cliffs are just a 1km walk from our accommodation!

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About Denis Goodman

Denis is the manager of Bridgewater Terraces and has a long history with accommodation and property management rights. He brings his knowledge and experiences into his writer to help holiday makers have a wonderful holiday.
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gillian wickens

02:12 12 Nov 18

Lovely spacious apartment with large terrace looking out over the Brisbane River. Brilliant.

Kirill Kononov

03:20 10 Aug 17

Stopped there for 3 weeks. Good location, nice internal facilities. Rooms were not cleaned well enough. Dust here and there, plus found an old razor in the bathroom. however I would put 3.5 stars for overall experience which wasn't bad. My major concern is safety and security of the apartments. My car was broken into at night on secure underground parking. Car's door was broken and my personal belongings were stolen. Management told me they are not responsible for the damage and loss because of the signs they put on parking walls. This accident put my rating down to 1 star.If you have a car I would recommend to park it underground despite the secure gates installed.

Michelle Inggs

02:08 29 Aug 17

Bridgewater terraces is the perfect place to stay for business or leisure. It is conveniently located within reach of Southbank, the CBD, local hospitals and convention centres ect. I stayed at the apartment for over 2 months and thoroughly enjoyed my time. I found the complex to be perfectly manicured and maintained, quiet and loved the cafe next doors. The river view is also very relaxing. The location is perfect for children and my kids loved walking through the gardens, splashing in the pool and walking to the nearby park and playground. Ray and Dennis in management were very helpful, attentive, compassionate and a pleasure to deal with.

brian levine

06:05 18 Jun 16

Booked to stay at Bridgewater Terraces and looked forward to our visit. The views of the river are magnificent and this was the main, and as it turned out, the ONLY attraction.Initially the room looked OK until we discovered that it appeared NOT to have been cleaned! The old cooker was filthy and had to be scrubbed before we could use it. None of the cutlery or dishes were from same sets. The windows may have been wiped, but with a greasy rag. Having completed our own clean we sat down on a badly worn, sagging sofa which had stains and grease marks all over it. If that wasn't bad enough, the shower screen came off its rusty rails and there were many loose surrounding tiles. When the tumbler drier gave up, so did we and we checked out!Such a pity, Well manicured gardens and a fantastic location but the apartment interior was old and tattered and from our experience, very little effective management. Just to put the boot in, wifi is NOT free and is horrendously expensive. Stay here at your peril!!

Justin Ward

11:21 30 Aug 17

Nice and peaceful. Clean rooms stones throw from story bridge hotel.

Marto Dowabobo

00:07 10 Jun 18

Excellent in everything

Harry Kim

23:54 14 Mar 16

Stayed here with a few guests and booked 3 rooms during February. Reception were only too kind and gave us really good tips on the Brisbane area. Rooms were spacious and quite modern. Everyone in our party enjoyed the stay and would definitely come back.

Frankly YouzACoopa

10:02 18 Dec 18

Stars rounded up because management were friendly. We got a neat well furnished apartment looking over the river. Appliances are modern but the washer and dryer are cheap. The dryer is faulty but useable if you jury-rig it. The bathroom floor drain doesnt have a trap so youre best off covering it to prevent air from venting out. Everything else was nice, the pool is a plus and the location is good.