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outdoor kids activities

Brisbane would have to be the best city in Australia for outdoor kids activities, with a superb climate and so many wide green open spaces. From super parks and great kids' playgrounds to water parks and swimming pools, bike rides and kid-friendly walks, where to see animals and outdoor movies, theme parks and fantastic outdoor adventures, our outdoor guide for kids has it covered.

Our comprehensive What's On For Kids in Brisbane section is always full of great ideas, too!

Kids playground and beach next to the sea looking out to islands on Moreton Bay.

Victoria Pt

Wh Yeo Park

One of the few waterfront bayside parks with a sandy beach suitable for paddling, WH Yeo is a lovely flat stretch of green with views

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Red Hill

Woolcock Park

A peaceful family friendly park nestled in a green hollow on the Ithaca Creek bike route, this is especially suited to those with small children and not just because there are no nearby traffic temptations.

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South Bank

Streets Beach

The perfect antidote to the corporate bustle of the CBD across the river, Streets Beach has something of the surreal about it

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Samford

Ferny Grove Rail Trail

Of all the country's rail trails, this one distinguishes itself with an infamous and tragic history.

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Nature at Play

Nature at Play is the ultimate outdoor learning resource for families, carers and educators

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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

A Night at the Museum

A Night at the Museum is a fantastic evening of discovery and fun for all ages

Nov 28

QAGOMA Christmas Design Market

The QAGOMA Store’s beloved Christmas Design Market is back and bigger than ever this year

Nov 29-30

Twilight Santa Train

All aboard the Twilight Christmas Train, with heritage carriages

Nov 29

Chalets and tree Scandinavian Christmas market

Scandi Christmas Market

Brisbane's annual twilight Scandi Christmas Market is popping up in Woolloongabba

Nov 29

Boats moored at the Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct

Farm Gate to City Door Christmas Market

Scenic Rim Christmas Markets to add festive produce cheer

Nov 29

Oddities & Curiosities Expo

For lovers of the strange, unusual and bizarre

Nov 29-30

Sing Out Sister

The #1 Ladies Only Sing and Dance Along Party is coming to The Star Brisbane

Nov 30

Handel's Messiah

No festive season is complete without the glorious sound of Handel’s Messiah

Dec 2

The Nutcracker

Queensland Ballet returns with its favourite Christmas tradition

Dec 5-13

Ten Best Restaurants with a View

From sparkling riverfront rooftops to breezy mountain lookouts, Brisbane is home to a host of stunning dining spots where the food is as impressive as the view. Here's 10 of the best

10 Best Restaurants with a View

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From festive concerts, classic ballet, Xmas comedy, stunning art exhibition & Christmas dining to a Tony-award winning musical, what's on in December in and around Brisbane:

What's On in December in Brisbane

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