Brisbane

Brisbane is the capital of and the most populated city in the Australian state of Queensland, and the third most populous city in Australia. One of the oldest cities in Australia, Brisbane was founded upon the ancient homelands of the indigenous Turrbal and Jagera peoples. Named after the Brisbane River on which it is located . Brisbane is a popular tourist destination, serving as a gateway to the state of Queensland, particularly to the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, which are home to numerous popular surf beaches, located immediately south and north of Brisbane respectively. Due to its proximity to the Coral Sea and a warm ocean current, Brisbane's overall temperature variability is somewhat less than most Australian capitals. Summers are long, hot, and wet. Eighty percent of summer days record a maximum temperature of 27 to 33 °C. Winters are short and warm, with average maximums of about 22 °C maximum temperatures below 20 °C are rare.

Top 15 Things to do for a budget traveller :

1. Go for a dip at Streets Beach

2. Wander through the air-conditioned halls of QAGOMA

3. Catch the CityHopper along the river

4. Discover the city with a Brisbane Greeter

5. Laugh at the Brisbane Powerhouse

6. Explore the local farmers’ markets

7. Catch local artists free with City Sounds

8. Ride the old lift up City Hall’s clock tower

9. Lie on the grass at New Farm Park

10. Wander back to the city via the Riverwalk

11. Explore the planet at the Queensland Museum

12. Sunrise at Mt Coot-tha

13. Watch and window shop in Queen Street Mall

14. Hike near the city

15. Experience Aboriginal culture