Top 10 Family-Friendly Activities in Brisbane

Are you ready to get out of the routine and go on an epic road adventure? With a Cruisin’ Motorhome, you choose the journey and everything you need is right at your doorstep.

Family travel in a motorhome is one of the best things you could possibly offer to your kids! With new experiences, fresh air, and new views every day, this motorhome holiday can easily become your go-to every school holidays…

Once you pick up your Cruisin’ Motorhome from our Brisbane Branch, the adventures and opportunities are endless! You can spend the day in a bustling big city and be in a lush green escape within the hour, from extraordinary coastal drives up to Noosa to scenic and historic wonders that surround the Glasshouse Mountains.

☀️ With school holidays just around the corner, we’ve come up with 10 must-do family activities for your family holiday in Brisbane.

Image: Our 6-berth Deluxe is perfect for a family motorhome holiday

1.  Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

📍 708 Jesmond Rd, Fig Tree Pocket QLD 4069

Only 30 minutes from our branch and only 12km from Brisbane CBD, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is the world’s oldest and largest koala sanctuary. Be ready to cuddle koalas (don’t be scared of their impressive claw… they’re super soft and they love a cuddle!), admire incredible native plants, feed Lorikeet, meet with sheepdogs, owls, reptiles and dingoes… There is a fantastic experience for everyone!

They also have special events and programs for School Holidays! It’s fun, educational and designed to inspire young wildlife enthusiasts! Make the most of your motorhome adventure

Image: Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, Tourism and Events Queensland

2.  The Wheel of Brisbane

📍 Russell St, South Brisbane QLD 4101

Ride the iconic landmark on the South Bank skyline, the Wheel of Brisbane and see Brisbane city from a whole new perspective! Get ready to get up 60 metres above the ground in a fully enclosed, safe, comfortable and air-conditioned gondola! This is definitely a must-do family experience that’s as spectacular by day as it is night.

Looking for where to park your motorhome? We recommend using Maps.Parkable to find an outdoor carpark. Remember that your motorhome is higher than most underground carparks!

Image: The iconic Wheel of Brisbane in South Bank

3.  Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA)

📍 Stanley Pl, South Brisbane QLD 4101

A wonderful, diverse gallery that will compel the adults as much as it excites the kids!  There is an ever-expanding events calendar, stunning exhibitions, and exclusive cinema showings all year round. There is a strong encouragement for kids to learn and perform, with sensory play, artsy activities, and engaging games.

On your way out, stroll for 4 minutes and pick up a pizza from the popular Julius Pizzeria, park your motorhome in a carpark or leave it at your campsite and enjoy scenic and culinary bliss.

Image: QAGOMA, Children's interactive art space, Tourism and Events Queensland

4.  Indulge At A Local Market

📍 Multiple locations

Don’t miss out on educational, cultural, and delicious new experiences! Heading out to a morning market is the perfect way to introduce new food, music, and culture to young ones.

It’s also a great opportunity to fill your motorhome fridge with local delicacies and fresh produce. When you’re back at your campsite, you’ll have the freshest ingredients to make a beautiful family dinner in your spacious motorhome kitchen!

There are so many markets sprawled throughout Brisbane, but our top 5 are:

• Brisbane City Markets (open Wednesday-Thursday) | More information
• Riverside Market  (Sundays) | More information
• The Collective Markets  (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) | More information
• West End Market  (Saturdays) | More information
• Fresh Saturday Market (Saturdays) | More information

Image: Brisbane Market experience with the family

5.  Glass House Mountains

📍 Bruce Parade, corner of Reed Street Settler's Rotary Park, Glass House Mountains QLD 4518

Stop at the Glass House Mountains Visitor Centre for local recommendations while the kids can play with their interactive displays. There is a gift shop that is filled with souvenirs, children’s books, jewellery, jams, and other unique gifts.

From breathtaking lookouts to spectacular hikes, the Glass House Mountains (true Queensland icons!) offer up plenty of unique ways to experience their beauty. And, YES, the Glass House Mountains are family-friendly, with various activities like scenic lookouts and trails suitable for families with young kids, local attractions like Australia Zoo and picnic spots.

Hikes suitable for the whole family:

• Mount Beerwah Base and Viewpoint: It’s a short and peaceful 1km walk at the foot of Mount Beerwah. Get ready for towering gums, organ-pipe rocks, and volcanic views!
• Mount Ngungun: It’s a 2.8km return trail that begins in open forest and offers great views of Mount Tibrogargan, Mount Coonowrin and Mount Beerwah from the summit. 
• Mount Tibrogargan Circuit: It’s a 4km return if you do the full circuit, but you can also for to the lookout and back for only 30 minutes! Spot peregrine falcons and stroll through open eucalypt forest with impressive views of Mount Tibrogargan.

Image: Glass House Mountains National Park

6.  Australia Zoo

📍 1638 Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah QLD 4519

Arguably the most famous zoo in Australia, this is an iconic, not-to-be-missed destination. Home to the late Steve Irwin, his family have ensured his passion and legacy for wildlife and conservation live on at Australia Zoo. From action-packed live shows to gentle teacup rides, you can spend all day here. Make sure you check all the experiences!

There are over 100 different species to see, and it’s almost guaranteed the kids will get to encounter their favourite animal or walk out with a brand-new favourite!

Image: Australian Zoo, Tourism and Events Queensland/Jesse Lindemann

7.  Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World

📍 233 Maleny Stanley River Rd, Maleny QLD 4552

A vibrant, lush garden wonderland, this is the perfect spot to stroll, meet some exotic feathered friends and have a relaxing lunch. Enjoy a scenic picnic and let the kids discover the fairy garden or epic treehouse. On a sunny day, there is simply nowhere else you’d rather be!

The Melany Botanic Gardens are quite large (23 acres of gardens, set on a 110-acre property), so if you don’t feel like walking all of it, you can hire a buggy and explore the gardens in style and have fun with the family!

There are five walk-through aviaries, home to over 600 native and exotic birds from around the world! Don’t mind if one of them just land on your head…

Image: Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World, Tourism and Events Queensland

8.  Make Memories At Aussie World

📍 1 Downunder Dr, Palmview QLD 4553

Looking for unreal family fun? Thrill? Rides and entertainments? Well, forget about Disney World and welcome to Aussie World, one of Queensland’s top-rated family-themed park! Whether you're planning a school holiday visit, birthday party, or just a spontaneous day out, Aussie World is the perfect destination for family fun on the Sunshine Coast.

The park is just under an hour from our Brisbane branch. Make sure to add it to your motorhome holiday while discovering Queensland. Need inspiration for your road trip? Check out our Top 3 itineraries from Brisbane!

Image: Aussie World, Tourism and Events Queensland

9.  Book a Surf Lesson

📍  Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and more!

From intensive programs to one-time sessions, take a lesson (for all ages!) with the Australia’s favourite surf school, Go Ride A Wave! If you are visiting the Gold Coast (as you should…), Broadbeach is definitely one of the best places in Australia to learn to surf!

Then, after your lesson, treat the family with one of the many delicious restaurants by the beach, such as George's On Broadbeach, Sofia’s Restaurant & Bar, Hideaway Kitchen & Bar and so many more!

Image: Broadbeach, Gold Coast, Tourism and Events Queensland

10.  Book a Whale Watching Cruise

📍 Brisbane Whale Watching, 133-137 Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe QLD 4020

Pack a jacket and camera and head to the Redcliffe Jetty for an unforgettable day whale watching. If you’re visiting during whale season (June-November in Brisbane), this is an experience that the whole family will never forget!

Most cruise options will guarantee a humpback whale sighting, a Gourmet Picnic Lunchbox and go from 3-4 hours to 8 hours. A whale watching tour is a great value for money and certainly an adventure that is worth every cent. In addition to seeing those incredible ocean giants in their natural habitat, you’ll spot other marine animals like dolphins, you’ll admire the stunning Moreton Bay, and you’ll create memories and stories that your children will remember forever.

Image: Brisbane Whale Watching Tour, Tourism and Events Queensland

With those top 10 family-friendly activities in Brisbane, you and the family are sure to spend the best family road trip ever. If you have any questions about our Brisbane Branch, don’t hesitate to call our friendly reservation team on 1300 664 485, or you can have a look at our FAQs!

Did you know you can pick up and drop off at any of our six branches? Start at one destination, end at another! That way, you can explore more of Australia in the comfort of your motorhome!

😎 For a cosy, roomy and perfect family adventure, we recommend you have a look at our Cruisin’ 4b Deluxe, Cruisin’ 6b Deluxe, Cruisin’ Discovery, Cruisin’ Seeker and our Cruisin’ Adventurer! They are all family-friendly and road-trip-ready for your motorhome holiday!

Start Planning Your Family Trip!

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