Boys back in town?
How to plan the ultimate Brisbane boys’ trip
So you’ve been tasked with planning the boys’ trip or bucks weekend? Here’s how to get it right.
Get the boys back together with a memorable Brisbane getaway. Here’s how to keep everyone happy, and make the most of Queensland’s year-round sunshine. Whether you’re booking a bucks party or overdue boys weekend in Brisbane, adventure, great food and nature awaits.
The great (outdoors) escape
There are few experiences more relaxing than waking up directly on the beach. If your friends are outdoors enthusiasts, pack your tents and set up camp on North Stradbroke Island/ Minjerribah – or, make things easy and book yourself a pre-prepared camping site if you’re coming from interstate. There are plenty of adventures to be had on the island, and beaches to explore. For active crews, the Scenic Rim region is an ideal destination for mountain biking, exploring and getting back to nature. Or, head to Moreton Island/ Mulgumpin to sandboard on the towering dunes. And, why not pack your hiking boots and find the best mountains to climb around Brisbane.
Get outdoors a little closer to Brisbane City with a GoBoat. Pack beers, snacks and hop aboard your GoBoat to cruise along the Brisbane River at your leisure. And, jump on a go-kart at Kingston Park Raceway for an adrenaline-fuelled activity.
A poorly kept secret among Brisbane locals is that you don’t have to head for the coasts to go jet skiing while in town. In fact, Jet Ski Tours Brisbane takes its guests for a speedy ride on the Brisbane River as part of its jetski safaris. See the sights of Brisbane from a new angle on the back of a jetski.
Does a golf-centric boys trip suit your group to a tee? Try the Topracer Driving Range at Golf Central BNE, Brisbane Airport for a fast-paced golfing activity.
And, time your trip with a game at Suncorp Stadium or the Gabba, where you can take in the thrill of a live sports game followed by a trip to the nearby bars and restaurants of Milton and Woollongabba.
Follow the flavour
Put beers and burgers on the agenda and explore Brisbane’s best brew houses, burger joints and casual eateries on your boys trip or bucks party in Brisbane.
Be it hangover-curing bucks party food, pre-game carb-loading, more sophisticated beer tastings, or a gourmet restaurant visit, there are adventures in flavour to be found across Brisbane.
Take a craft beer discovery trail throughout Brisbane, and visit its many established and emerging breweries. From the small-scale independents to the larger much-loved breweries, Brisbane is dappled with great sites for enjoying beer.
Brisbane Breweries:
- Inner City - Range Brewing, Felon’s Brewing Co, Brisbane Brewing Co, Sea Legs Brewing Co, Stone & Wood Brewery Brisbane, Green Beacon, Brewdog, Valley Hops Brewing
- Western Suburbs - Patio, XXXX Brewery
- Eastern Suburbs - Revel Brewing Co, Ballistic Beer Co, Brewdog, Bacchus Brewing Co.
- Southern Suburbs - Slipstream Brewing Company, Helios Brewing Company,
- Northern Suburbs – Aether Brewing, Happy Valley Brewing Company, Brewtide, Archer Brewing
Naturally, you’ll need to eat well on your boys trip in Brisbane. Might we suggest sampling the best in show from Brisbane’s best burger joints.
In the centre of Fortitude Valley, in clandestine Winn Lane, lies Ben’s Burgers, where a choice of American-style burgers have been perfected – with strictly no alterations. For creative, piled-high burgers, it has to be Ze Pickle (in Camp Hill, Fortitude Valley and the Brisbane Airport). For post- or pre-game burgers near Suncorp Stadium – with a side of refreshing ale – try Brewski. For burgers, waffles, decadent drinks and desserts, try Hashtag Burgers and Waffles in Fortitude Valley. With a handful of locations across Brisbane, much-loved Getta Burger has a wide-ranging menu to suit all burger preferences. For smashed patties charred on the grill, try Paddington’s Remy’s (where beer, burgers and breakfast are the orders of the day), or the multi-site Broken Hearts Burger Club.
For more foodie inspiration, discover Brisbane’s best restaurants, cafes and bars to add to your boys weekend or bucks party itinerary.
Love the nightlife
Fed and watered? Time to discover Brisbane’s best nightlife offerings.
Kick off the evening with a comedy gig at Good Chat Comedy Club at Petrie Terrace, or nearby Paddington’s Sit Down Comedy Club, both of which are bound to bring the belly-aching chuckles, guffaws and roars of laughter to your boys’ trip.
Or, check out which artists are playing at the spectacular Fortitude Music Hall or Woolloongabba’s newly refurbished Princess Theatre to enjoy an evening of live music from locally and internationally renowned artists in an atmospheric space.
For sustaining bar food, good brews and a side of entertainment, Oche – a darts bar on Constance Street in Fortitude Valley – allows your mates to flex their dart-throwing skills (or lack thereof) in a laidback venue.
And, before you come, investigate what’s on in Brisbane to time your boys trip with a show, festival or fun-filled event.
Those with the stamina to kick on can discover Brisbane’s best bars and clubs. From Riverland with a view, to good-vibe-purveying The Sound Garden in Fortitude Valley, and lively pub Newstead Social Kitchen and Bar, where great times and great drinks abound.
Hit the hay
Whether you’re seeking a crash pad at the end of a big night, or a luxurious hotel in which to unwind, Brisbane has your choice of accommodation covered.
With a bevy of hot new hotels to choose from, there’s a stay for every style of holiday in Brisbane. To put your crew in among the action of Howard Smith Wharves and Fortitude Valley’s eats, bars and clubs, book a stay at Crystalbrook Vincent. Or, enjoy great Italian fare at Settimo by Guy Grossi, a swim-up pool bar and spacious rooms all at The Westin Brisbane on Queen Street or Ibis Styles Brisbane for an conveniently located option in the heart of The City. If your itinerary takes you to the bustling James Street, find Sage Hotel or The Calile Hotel for a touch of luxury, also located nearby the Northern Suburb breweries is View Brisbane found a few streets away from the Breakfast Creek Hotel.
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