The city:
Things to do with your mum

Shop with mum in The City

Look no further than the open-air shopping destination, Queen Street Mall, for the ultimate shopping date with your mum. With more than 500 stores, you can shop until you drop – or until your arms are too full to carry anything else, whichever comes first. From luxury stores to fashion boutiques, the choices are endless. Spoil her with something special from Chanel, Dior or Balenciaga then browse new season styles at big-name fashion boutiques including Zara, H&M, Seed and Aje. There are hundreds more boutiques, department stores and specialty retailers nearby so check out our guide to shopping at Queen Street Mall to plan your spree. 

High tea fit for your queen

Treat your mum like the queen she is with an elegant high tea. She’s sure to find a fluffy scone or cucumber sandwich to her liking at tea houses and cafés including Keri Craig Emporium, W Brisbane, Patina at Customs House and Room With Roses. It’s time to get dressed up as the options for bubbles and nibbles or tea and cake can be found all throughout The City.

Places primed for pampering

We don’t believe that mums should only be pampered on special occasions, so, why not treat her to a ‘me day’ to show your appreciation? There are so many great beauty salons throughout The City ready to primp and polish you both. Start with a fresh cut, blow dry or style at Elysium Hair, Oscar Oscar, Rixon Hair or Toni & Guy before moving on to a facial, manicure and pedicure at Stephanie’s Spa Retreat in the Sofitel Brisbane. Finish with a relaxing massage at the W Brisbane’s AWAY Spa or Aquarius Health & Medispa for the ultimate relaxing experience.

Spoil mum with a long lunch

Mum deserves only the best so take her to one of The City’s fine-dining venues. Book a plush pink booth at Donna Chang or treat mum to a Japanese a hidden gem down Burnett Lane at Hideki. Central takes you underground for delicious dumplings while Opa serves up Greek-inspired eats and the best Brisbane River views.

Indulge your sweet tooth

Indulging in a sweet treat or two is non-negotiable when planning to spoil your mum. Start the day with a sweet yet nutritious breakfast from Nodo Donuts and pair it with a delicious drink. For a little sweet treat during your day or to take home as a gift, Noosa Chocolate Factory on Adelaide Street is the perfect stop by for a wide range of quality and unique combinations. For those mums who prefer to indulge in a flaky sweet treat, The Whisk Fine Patisserie or Dough Craft offer pastries galore. Or, for those looking for something icy cold, Yo-Chi and Gelatissimo can also be found in The City.

Plan a movie date  

Nothing says wholesome quality mum-and-me time more than a chick flick movie date. Event Cinemas in found in Uptown is your go-to for blockbusters and new releases or splash out and travel back in time at the beautifully restored Elizabeth Picture Theatre. Make sure  that you shout the popcorn, and probably the tickets too.

Take a walk along the river  

Sometimes all mum wants is a little fresh air and quality time with their favourite child (you, of course). The Brisbane Riverwalk is one of The City’s most scenic walking paths taking you along the river from the heart of The City across the Brisbane River to New Farm. 

Drinks, views and a sunset

The City is filled with bars boasting incredible views. Combine a cocktail with a bird’s eye view of The City at  the on-bridge Stilts Dining and Pullman’s Sixteen Antlers or hover a storey or two up at Queens Wharf with Cicada Blu or Pompette . If heights aren’t mum’s thing, there are plenty of riverside options for a sunset evening including Friday’s Riverside, Mulga Bills, Babylon, and Riverland . We can promise a fantastic view at all locations and a smile on mum’s face, so book in your next date at one of Brisbane’s best bars.