Visiting Brisbane - The River City

Brisbane is located on the banks of the Brisbane River and is home to almost 2 million people, making it the third largest city in Australia. Tourism is a very important part of the Brisbane economy and there are plenty of things to do in the city, so if you are planning to visit you should plan to stay for awhile. For example, if you come during the fall there are plenty of things to do during the three-week Brisbane Festival held every year. Of course, if you are coming to visit Brisbane it is important to have accommodations, and one of the best places to start looking in in the central business district (CBD).

Brisbane CBD accommodations put you right in the middle of all the action. The Brisbane Festival takes place on the riverfront right near the heart of downtown. Another nice thing is that Brisbane CBD accommodations come in many different varieties, so whether you are looking for resorts, hotels, apartments, or are a backpacker looking for somewhere to spend the evening the central business district has something that will fit your needs. If you are planning on visiting close to the time of one of the festivals be sure to make your reservations well in advance, since lodging can become quite full during these times.

If you enjoy shopping there are several nice malls within walking distance of the central business district. In fact, Brisbane is really designed to be a city that favors walking, so Brisbane CBD accommodations are all located within walking distance of several popular attractions. Brisbane has many green spaces in its Parklands areas, many of which are also within walking distance from the central business district. Animal lovers will no doubt enjoy visiting the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, which is the world''s first koala sanctuary. Not only does Brisbane''s central business district favor walking, there are also several miles of bike trails located in and around the area. Choosing Brisbane CBD accommodations mean t hat you can walk out of your lodging in the morning, find a local bike rental shop, and explore the city that way.

If you are a sports fan Brisbane has teams in all the major sports played between the states of Australia. These sports include rugby, soccer, football, and netball.

Brisbane also has a large live music scene, that encompasses both classical and popular music. From the Queensland Ballet and Queensland Orchestra to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, where many larger popular bands perform, there is plenty to take in with the Brisbane music scene.

Even if you want to visit some of the attractions located on the outskirts of the city Brisbane CBD accommodations are still an excellent choice. Brisbane has an extensive transportation network within the city the majority or which run right through the central business district. If you are planning to visit Brisbane in the near future remember to take advantage of the convenience provided by choosing ac commodations in the central business district.