Top Attractions in Ascot, Brisbane

• Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - The largest koala sanctuary in the world. This park also features a large community of kangaroos, wallabies, emus, wombats and native birds.
  
  
• Alma Park Zoo and Tropical Palm Gardens - Set in 18 hectares of tropical plants and palms, this zoo features exotic animals such as monkeys, baboons, camels, leopards, water buffaloes, kangaroos and koalas. Take a pleasant stroll through the gardens or enjoy the different animal feedings held daily.
  
  
• Australian Woolshed - A real outback experience featuring sheep shearing, sheepdogs, cow milking, lamb feeding, kangaroos and koalas.
  
  
• Southbank parklands - Set in 16 hectares of riverside parklands, this area is Brisbane’s favourite leisure and entertainment precinct. The area contains tropical gardens, lagoons, cafes, lively pubs and features craft markets on the weekend. A great place for the whole family with hours of entertainment.
  
  
• City Botanic Gardens - Established in 1855, these gardens are the pride and joy of Brisbane city, featuring palms, Moreton Bay Figs, a mangrove walk, rainforest glade and a café.
  
  
• Coot-tha Gardens - Located at Toowong, these gardens have themed sections including a scented garden, arid zone, cascades and waterfalls.
  
  
• Brisbane Forest Park - Located on the western side of the city, this park contains 28 hectares of rainforest, mountains, waterfalls, creeks and bushland. The area also features a number of picnic grounds and an information centre at the Gap.
  
  
• Boondall Wetlands Reserve - Home to the vast population of resident and migratory waterbirds. Explore the wetlands via an extensive pathway which includes a trail of 18 Aboriginal totems, symbolic of the indigenous history of the region. For the more adventurous, the wetlands can also be explored via a canoe trail.
  
  
• Queensland Art Gallery - One of Australia’s most prominent galleries featuring a collection of historical and contemporary art from Australia, Asia, Europe and America.
  
  
• Customs House Gallery - A delightful gallery featuring changing exhibitions of mostly Queensland artists.
  
  

Top Activities For BRISBANE (Ascot)

• Hot air ballooning - Take a hot air balloon over Brisbane city.
  
  
• Parachute jumping - A thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
  
  
• Rock climbing - Take the challenge at Kangaroo Point.
  
  
• Golf - Enjoy a round of golf at the Victoria Golf Course at Herston or St Lucia Golf Course in the inner western suburbs.
  
  
• River cruises - Take a cruise on the Brisbane River.
  
  
• Shopping tours - Find all the best bargains and shop til you drop!
  
  
• City tours - Experience the best of the city in a day or night tour of Brisbane city.
  
  
• Walking tours - Visit Brisbane's heritage sites and learn about the city's early colonial history.
  
  
• Day trips to Queensland’s famous theme parks - The Best Western Airport 85 Motel is perfectly positioned for day trips to Dreamworld, Warner Bros Movie World, Wet ‘n’ Wild Water World and Sea World.