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Museum of Brisbane
For over a decade, the free Museum of Brisbane has documented and interpreted the city’s past and present. In early 2013 the museum was reopened atop the restored City Hall, which is a living museum and architectural marvel in itself. Join a guided tour of the hall to see where the Lord Mayor and councilors make the big decisions. You’ll get to see offices and chambers, many of which retain features of the original 1920s décor. Tours run throughout the day and you can book in advance for a specific time.
To understand the “making of Brisbane,” visit the Brisbane Museum on the third level. The galleries display a collection of key artifacts, artworks, photographs and other memorabilia from the city’s past. Learn how Brisbane has evolved from a region that was significant to the Aboriginal people, then became a major European settlement and eventually grew out to the modern Australian city it is today. Visit the five galleries and theater, and relax in the lounge area.
Exhibits constantly change, but all are designed to give an insight into different places, subcultures and public figures. Past exhibits covered the gay and lesbian community, showed photographs from the 19th century, explained how the Brisbane River has shaped the city, and even examined the city’s skate culture. Check the website for information about what’s on during your visit.
Jump in the old-fashioned elevator and head up the tower. Its giant clock has been in operation since the opening of the hall, with the tower itself inspired by Saint Mark’s Campanile in Venice. Walk out onto the 250-foot (76-meter) high viewing platform for great views of downtown.
The Museum of Brisbane is located in the very heart of the city, in the City Hall. Take the King George Square entrance, walk through the foyer to the right and take the elevator up to the museum on level 3. Note that there are no stairs and that the cloakroom is on the ground floor. The museum is open daily, except major holidays. Admission is free.
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Oct 27 - Oct 28
Meriton Suites Herschel Street, Brisbane
43 Herschel Street, Brisbane, QLDLocated in Brisbane Central Business District, this luxury aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of City Hall Clock Tower, Brisbane Private Hospital, and Treasury Casino. Queen Street Mall and Gallery of Modern Art are also within 15 minutes. Brisbane Roma Street Station is only a 4-minute walk and Brisbane Central Station is 10 minutes.
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Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stamford Plaza Brisbane
Corner of Margaret & Edward Streets, South Brisbane, Brisbane, QLDLocated in Brisbane Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Brisbane Botanic Gardens and Eagle Street Pier. Queen Street Mall and Museum of Brisbane are also within 15 minutes. Brisbane Central Station is 10 minutes by foot and Brisbane Roma Street Station is 18 minutes.
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Nov 10 - Nov 11
Oaks Charlotte Towers
128 Charlotte St, Brisbane, QLDLocated in Brisbane Central Business District, this luxury apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of St. Stephens Cathedral, MacArthur Museum Brisbane, and Queen Street Mall. Brisbane Riverside Markets and Brisbane Botanic Gardens are also within 10 minutes. Brisbane Central Station is 8 minutes by foot and Brisbane Roma Street Station is 14 minutes.
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Oct 27 - Oct 28
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
40 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, QLDLocated in Brisbane Central Business District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Brisbane Square Library, Queen Street Mall, and Wintergarden. Brisbane Central Station is 10 minutes by foot and South Brisbane Station is 11 minutes.
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Oct 25 - Oct 26
Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
80 Albert Street (Cnr Mary St), Brisbane, QLDLocated in Brisbane Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Queen Street Mall, and Brisbane Riverside Markets. Queensland Performing Arts Centre and Southbank Parklands are also within 1 mi (2 km). Brisbane Central Station is 11 minutes by foot and Brisbane Roma Street Station is 15 minutes.
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Nov 8 - Nov 9
Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane
99 Mary Street, Brisbane, QLDLocated in Brisbane Central Business District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Queen Street Mall and Eagle Street Pier. Treasury Casino and South Bank Parklands are also within 15 minutes. Brisbane Central Station is 10 minutes by foot and Brisbane Roma Street Station is 15 minutes.
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Nov 17 - Nov 18
Pacific Hotel Brisbane
345 Wickham Terrace, Spring Hill, QLDLocated in Brisbane Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Brisbane Private Hospital, St. Andrew's War Memorial Hospital, and Roma Street Parkland. Queen Street Mall and Suncorp Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Brisbane Roma Street Station is 8 minutes by foot and Brisbane Central Station is 8 minutes.
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Nov 10 - Nov 11
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27 - 35 Turbot Street, Brisbane, QLDLocated in Brisbane Central Business District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Brisbane City Hall and King George Square. Museum of Brisbane and Treasury Casino are also within 10 minutes. Brisbane Roma Street Station is 6 minutes by foot and Brisbane Central Station is 8 minutes.
