01. Take a culinary trip around the world 

Eat Street Northshore riverside street food market is a feast in every sense – the sights, smells, tastes and sounds come to life in this container food village every Friday – Sunday. Take the family on a culinary choose-your-own adventure and experience Brisbane’s best bites in one location.

02. Attend a race meet 

Did you know that the first race meet at Eagle Farm Racecourse was in 1865? Throwing back to its historic roots are the beautiful entrance gates and old train departure times still displayed on the wall beside a bell. On race days, don your best frock and head along to Eagle Farm or nearby Doomben racecourse. Be sure to keep an eye on Brisbane Racing Club’s events calendar which includes the Winter Racing Carnival, Spring Racing Carnival, plus country music days, girls’ days and more.

03. Drink all the local coffee

Brisbane institution Cafe 63 started with its first location on Racecourse Road, so it's only suitable to visit them while in the area. If French pastries and espressos are more your thing, Le Bon Choix bakery will have you salivating, and for some of Brisbane’s best plant-based brunch and epic coffee, Dicki’s has fast become a local fave.

04. Eat Brisbane’s best ramen

Perhaps even Australia’s best – it depends on who you talk to. Taro’s Ramen is a former Brisbane Times Good Food Guide winner for ‘Best Cheap Eats’ and one bowl will show you why. Taro himself is dedicated to the art of ramen, from the broth to the handmade noodles to the free-range eggs. 

05. Catch a flick at Dendy Portside 

Home to five state-of-the-art digital cinemas, Dendy Portside is the place to catch both the latest blockbusters and independent arthouse flicks. Even better, the cinema is licensed so you can purchase drinks at the bar to enjoy alongside your hand-dipped choc-top.

06. Dine out at Portside Wharf 

Make a day of it with lunch or dinner after the flick at one of Portside Wharf’s bustling restaurants. Gusto da Gianni is great for classic Italian, Byblos serves lip-smacking Lebanese with a to-die-for river view, Bamboo Basket is famous for authentic Chinese cuisine, and fine dining mainstay Sono is perfect for intimate dates or important business lunches. For one of Brisbane’s best butter chickens, check out Aamaya Indian Restaurant, and there’s plenty of grab-and-go options too.

07.Celebrate in Racecourse Road

With a slick fit-out, premier location on Racecourse Rd and a gourmet menu that also has functions packages, it’s no surprise that Victory Lane is a a place to celebrate. Grab a bottle of champagne or a couple of cocktails and relax in Victory Lane’s leafy al fresco bar, where sundowners come with a healthy serve of people-watching and live music. Flaming & Co is the perfect place for that special night out with its open woodfire grill and delectable menu making for a memorable dine-in experience.

08. Indulge in Brisbane’s best steaks 

Towards the city fringe of Ascot, the Breakfast Creek Hotel is a Brisbane institution. The historic pub proudly pours Queensland’s classic XXXX ale and serves a large selection of premium steaks. It was built in 1889 in French renaissance style by former Lord Mayor, William McNaughton Galloway, who over-indulged on one occasion and fell drunk from a second-floor window and died. Legend has it that his ghost is still seen in the original parts.

09. Captain your own boat on the Brisbane River

Adjacent to the Breakfast Creek Hotel, a boating adventure awaits with GoBoat electric picnic boat hire. Be your own captain, gather your crew and set sail on the Brisbane River, where you can cruise by Newstead, Teneriffe and New Farm. Each boat fits up to eight and no boat license is required. You can bring your pet, too! 

10. Enjoy Sunday sundowners with friends

Byblos Bar and Restaurant is the place to be on Sunday afternoon for great cocktails, live music and good vibes. Watch the sunset from its riverside location and be sure to order some Lebanese tapas to ward off hungry stomachs.

11. Treat yourself

Ready to be pampered? Check yourself into beauty salon and day spa The Verve Lounge on Racecourse Road or pop into The Facial Hub for a deep cleansing vegan facial. Nearby, Lancaster & Co Beauty Therapy offers a range of indulgent treatments in an intimate setting, including signature facials for Men and Teens. And you know you deserve a sweet treat, with incredible dessert options from instaworthy Krazy Dessert Bar and the iconic Milani House of Gelato in Racecourse Road.

12. Have breakfast along Racecourse Road

Racecourse Road is the area’s original promenade, shopping street and dining hub. At the riverside end, drop into Petrichor & Co for a Colombian twist or Verandah on Racecourse for Vietnamese-inspired dishes. Take a stroll up towards Eagle Farm Racecourse and you’ll find more great options in Kos Café, Frigg and Dicki’s.

13. Go skiing

As Brisbane's only indoor ski and adventure park, Urban Xtreme is the perfect place for kids and kidults alike. Hit the slopes, play dodgeball, bounce on trampolines, run and jump through the dedicated Ninja Warrior and parkour course or simply sit back and relax as the little ones run amok through the playland.

14. Shop Racecourse Road

Racecourse Road is dotted with a number of clothing boutiques and gift shops. Try Carolina Lifestyle, Martha’s Vineyard, Joli Boutique, Etre, Savida, Harrisons for menswear and JAJI Fragrances & Parfumerie, Purple Tree Gifts or Floristrie for gifts and homewares. 

15. Explore the future home of the 2032 Athletes Village

Northshore Hamilton is an incredible urban renewal precinct on the banks of the Brisbane River and the confirmed site for the 2032 Athletes Village. Pop down for a game of tennis, check out the home of Flipside Circus or enjoy a riverside picnic at the beautiful Maritime Green parkland. 

16. Go for a bowl

Drop in for a classic Aussie experience – bare foot bowls and a pub feed. Gallopers Sports Club on Lancaster Rd has crisp, green bowling greens ripe for an afternoon outdoors with mates. Afterwards, stop for a brew and bite to eat from the classic pub menu.

17. Racetrack of a different kind

Whizz around the indoor and outdoor tracks in Sodi European racing karts at Slideways Go Karting Centre. Using a digital timing system you can race friends over bridges, under tunnels and around tight corners throughout the only two-level indoor go karting centre in Brisbane.

18. Taste a slice of New York

For Manhattan-style burgers and brews, you can’t go past 5 Boroughs. Drawing inspiration from New York's multicultural food offering, the boujee burger menu harnesses fresh and local ingredients to recreate the team’s favourite dishes from the Big Apple alongside slow cooked BBQ meats.

19. Catch the CityCat to New Farm

Jump on the CityCat service at Brett’s Wharf near Portside Wharf and cruise along the Brisbane River past the old Woolstores at Teneriffe towards New Farm. It will stop at the park where you can have a picnic by the river or wander over to Brisbane Powerhouse to catch a show, visit the Powerhouse Store, grab a riverside bite or catch the Saturday morning farmers market. 

20. Tee off at Golf Central

Take a date or the family to Golf Central for a round of putt putt, smack balls at the driving range or book in private tuition to improve your swing. The centre has giant floodlights so you can play day and night.