Wackadoo!
Bluey’s World is open!
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Bluey’s World is open! Grab your tickets now at blueysworld.com. Exclusive to Brisbane, Bluey’s World will delight and captivate the littlies and big kids alike. Located at Northshore Pavilion, it is a one-of-a-kind immersive experience, where you can play the Bluey way – real life! Here’s how to make the most of your trip while in Brisbane visiting Bluey’s World. Ready … Set … Go- anna!
Day One
Morning
Alright Dingleberries, let the holiday begin! Arrive in Bluey’s hometown of Brisbane and start the fun with some delicious treats. Stroll down the leafy James Street precinct on a bakery trail to sample the best of Brisbane’s baked goods. From wood-fired delights at Agnes Bakery, to New York-style cookies at Brooki Bakehouse and traditional French croissants at Christian Jacques; these treats will have you fuelled up and ready for a day of adventure.
Midday
Get a wriggle on over to Northshore Pavillion, it’s time to visit Bluey’s World! If you're travelling by ferry to the Northshore Hamilton stop, you may be lucky enough to arrive in true Bluey style onboard a Bluey or Bingo CityDog! Embark on a brand-new immersive journey with Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad in their iconic Queenslander home, backyard and beyond. Explore your favourite rooms, play interactive games, and keep your eyes peeled for surprises around every corner…and maybe even a Longdog or two!
Feeling peckish? Grab some wholesome snacks at the Takeaway shop before hitting the playground on your way out.
Afternoon
After a fun-filled day of exploring, it’s time to play Hotels, and Brisbane has some fantastic ones on offer – mostly without crazy pillows. If you want to wake up near the iconic St Brigid’s Church building in Red Hill that features in the background of many Bluey episodes, book a stay at the Grand Chancellor Hotel or stay central at Brisbane Marriott Hotel. For a perfect (which means really, really, really, really, really … good) rooftop city skyline view, stay at eclectically adorned Ovolo The Valley. From here, you’ll spot the iconic Queenslander-style houses of Brisbane.
Or, book a riverside stay to make hopping around town (in search of classic Bluey locations) a breeze on a CityCat – try View Brisbane, Emporium Hotel or Crystalbrook Vincent at Howard Smith Wharves.
Evening
Before dinner in Brisbane, let’s make sure you don’t miss out on any of the fun stuff with the quintessential local experience, Riverlife (think rock climbing, kayaking the Brisbane River or abseiling). Then take in the views over Brisbane with dinner on the top of the Kangaroo Point Cliffs at Joey’s. It’s very romance.
Hang about, did you forget the spring rolls? Head to one of Brisbane’s enticing spring roll purveyors, including Donna Chang’s, Happy Boy or Fat Dumpling to ensure you don’t go home disappointed.
Day Two
Morning
Well-rested and ready to play? Alright, let’s boogie over to the Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Brisbane Powerhouse via CityCat – then enjoy a picnic by the river in New Farm Park just next door. In spring, you can see Brisbane’s iconic Jacarandas in bloom and explore the New Farm Riverwalk.
Midday
Skate on over from New Farm Park into Mary Mae’s for lunch by the river. Or, better yet, take a sky-high seat above Brisbane Powerhouse looking out over New Farm and beyond, with the new Vertigo dining experience. You may have to be the bravest you’ve ever been to conquer this one.
Afternoon
It’s time to take a swim at Enoggera Reservoir, which looks like it’s straight out of The Creek episode. What do you do when you get there? Well, it’s the creek … you just sorta muck around. Located in The Gap, the reservoir is a short distance from the Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre where visitors can meet some wildlife, watch out for dropbears, and check out the cafe.
Or, head south of Brisbane to the bayside suburb of Wynnum, where you’ll find the family favourite, Whale Park Wynnum, beside Pandanus Beach. This water-play site is great on balmy Brisbane days.
Evening
As the sun sets, fall in love with your new favourite Fancy Restaurant at Howard Smith Wharves. Or, if you don’t know what you want but you want something, take the kiddos to Eat Street Northshore where you can activate Dance Mode! and boogie on down with live music and a marketplace filled with all things delicious.
Day Three
Morning
Hit up the cafes and coffee shops of Brisbane City, before heading out for a spot of shopping on Brisbane’s Queen Street Mall – as featured in the Bluey episode Quiet Game. If you’re of the Bandit school of thought that suggests, ‘it’s chocolate, of course it’s good,’ be sure to visit Dello Mano for its famed foil-wrapped brownies and Noosa Chocolate Factory for its Queensland-made treats.
Midday
No holiday in Brisbane would be complete without a trip to South Bank where you can spot locations from the episode Ice Cream and walk under the vivid bougainvillea-swathed Grand Arbour.
Come lunchtime, visit one of South Bank’s top dining destinations, including Otto and La De Lah; or, stroll across to South Brisbane (just past the Queensland Museum) and enjoy a slice at Julius Pizzeria in Fish Lane, where street art and tasty treats await. If you’re not yet tuckered out you can step inside Mystic Escape for more fun and games.
While at South Bank, you can take a ride on the Wheel of Brisbane. Then it’s time for a swim at Streets Beach, make sure you check out the long-standing Nepalese Pagoda.
Got some time to spare? Venture out to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and meet the local wildlife, where you’ll find plenty of koalas, kangaroos, wombats and more!
After a big weekend of exploring, it’s time to say goodbye to wonderful Brisbane.
Wackadoo! Top marks! We can’t wait to see you again soon!
