The 10 Best Family-Friendly Activities in Brisbane

Brisbane is said to be one of the most family-friendly cities in Australia. Unlike other major cities, Brisbane is best enjoyed in the day, which means families can make the most of the sunshine and relax at night. 

Under the glorious sun, families can explore the city and surroundings, sunbathe by the river, and play their hearts out. Brisbane truly is a place for families to enjoy, together. 

With more and more fun family-friendly activities popping up across Brisbane, here’s our list of the most popular family activities currently in Brisbane. 

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How to Keep the Family Entertained in Brisbane

In Brisbane there’s always fun to be had under the sun. Don’t just treat your family to a good time, give them a great time with these awesome fun family-friendly activities in Brisbane. 

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Story Bridge Adventure Climb: Take in All of Brisbane and Beyond

One of only three bridge climbs in the world, the Story Bridge Adventure Climb is a bucket list experience you can enjoy with your entire family. 

From on top of the Story Bridge, you’ll see Brisbane and the surroundings like never before taking in a panoramic view of up to the Glass House Mountains across the bay down to Scenic Rim. 

Whether you want to climb at dawn, during the day, or dusk, strap in for a breathtaking experience. Climb any day of the week, or book to climb on a Sunday to score half price children's tickets. 

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Kangaroo Point Kayaking & Abseiling: Ride the River

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If heights aren’t your thing, see Brisbane from down below. Riverlife Adventures offers kayaking and abseiling from Kangaroo Point and the cliffs. 

Pick up a paddle and explore Brisbane from the river during the day or twilight with your family on a kayak tour. For 90 minutes, be guided through Brisbane from a vantage point like no other as you soak up the sunrays. 

For the more daring, drop into the city with an abseiling experience. For those aged 8 and above, unleash your more adventurous side with 90 minutes of soaring down the ancient Kangaroo Point cliffside. No experience is required for this thrilling experience, so go on. Face your fears on the face of a cliff with your loved ones. 

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Southbank’s Wheel of Brisbane: Chill Out Above the Crowds

An iconic landmark on the Southbank river foreshore, the Wheel of Brisbane is a go-to for every Brisbane visit. Rising 60 metres above the ground, enjoy birds-eye Brisbane views from the comfort of an air-conditioned gondola. 

From inside the gondola, you’ll be guided across the cityscape with an audio tour that offers insights, history, and fun facts about the city. Cruise above the Southbank crowds with the iconic Wheel of Brisbane. 

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Sir Thomas Planetarium: See the Stars

Just 5 kilometres from Brisbane city at the Mount Coot-tha Botanical Gardens is an out of this world experience at the Sir Thomas Planetarium. This free family-friendly activity is a true marvel every day of the week (except Mondays) and is a constant source of awe and wonder. 

Just like space, there’s always something new to discover at Brisbane’s Planetarium. Check out all the upcoming events here. Charges do apply for shows at the SkyDome inside the Planetarium. 

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Botanical Gardens Hide n Seek Trail: Get Back to Nature

At the base of Brisbane’s Mount Coot-tha is a magical world waiting to be explored. This free family-friendly activity starts at the Mount Coot-tha information centre, where kids can collect their map to start the Hide n Seek Trail. 

Use your navigational skills to follow the map through the gardens to seek bees, birds, bats, and maybe even a crocodile. Hide n Seekers can adventure off the trail to explore the Tropical Display Dome, Japanese Gardens, and Fern House too. 

It’s a wonderful, wholesome way to spend a sunny Brisbane day. 

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iFly Brisbane: Fly into Fun

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Discover the magic of flight at Westfield Chermside’s iFly. Unlike falling thousands of feet while skydiving, at iFly you’ll be flying on a cushion of air. 

Each iFlyer is taken through an orientation with an experienced flight instructor before getting to experience flying at least twice within an hour session. Fun for kids aged 3 to 103, iFly is ready for take-off every day of the week. Book your time in the sky with iFly today. 

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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary: Close-Up Cuddles

Enjoy a day out with Australia’s cuddliest national emblems at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. From 9am to 5pm every day of the week, your family can get up close with koalas as well as lorikeet and kangaroo feeding and the amazing raptor and sheep dog shows. 

The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary team now also includes dingos into their line up of nature shows and talks. The team here at Lone Pine are all about conservation and welfare, taking their sanctuary status seriously. So a fun day out can also help save Australia’s animals.  

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Queensland Museum’s SparkLab: Ignite Your Imagination

Unleash your little scientists on the interactive playground that is SparkLab at Queensland Museum. Putting their problem solving skills and imagination to the test, SparkLab is a collection of 40 interactive exhibits for budding scientists, mathematicians, engineers, and technology enthusiasts… and also anyone who just enjoys having some fun with science. 

SparkLab is fun for the whole family, but in particular is designed for 6 to 13 year olds. Book your family into SparkLab for a fun family activity in Brisbane. 

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Jungle Adventure Play: For Your Little Monkeys

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Spend the day at Queensland’s largest indoor adventure playground - Jungle Adventure Play. Challenging, fun, and designed to help little adventures build confidence and strength through play, Jungle Adventure Play is the place where kids learn to trust themselves. 

On Fridays, it’s family night at Jungle Adventure Play. For two hours from 5pm, kids eat free, and parents can enjoy dinner with drinks as the playhouse transforms into a gig-house with live music.

Bookings are required for most sessions, but not for Family Fridays. So rock up and be ready for some fun for everyone. 

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Day Trip to Moreton Island: Beaches in the Bay

Push your next family fun activity beyond the Brisbane city limits with an outdoor adventure to the stunning Moreton Island. Known for its sand dunes, diving, dolphin feeding, and four wheel driving, Moreton Island is a haven for those you like to have fun in nature. If you’re visiting between June and October, you might be lucky enough to see the migrating whales too. 

There’s a variety of tour companies that offer tours to the stunning island in Moreton Bay, so jump on one of those or take your adventure in your own hands. 

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Come Home to Rambla in Brisbane

A big day out deserves a comfy night in. After you’ve experienced the best family-friendly activities in Brisbane, put your feet up at the best short stays in Brisbane. 

Rambla has three conveniently located short stay accommodations across Brisbane designed to feel like your home away from home. With rooftop pools, al fresco dining, BBQ facilities, and saunas, a stay at Rambla in Brisbane is the best place to unwind with your family. 

What’s the best Rambla fit for your family? Find out now.