Brisbane has a diverse range of incredible experiences that offer various ways for visitors to access the best Brisbane has to offer.
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Stay in one of Brisbane's accessible hotels so you can explore all that is on offer with ease. While views from the room are impressive, check out The Channel Seven Wheel of Brisbane with experienced staff, allowing the opportunity for incredible 360-degree views of Brisbane with an optional audio tour guide.
If you are more interested in the arts, Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium has glow in the dark gloves for Auslan interpretation and easy wheelchair access. Embrace culture at the Queensland Arts Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art, where there are access tours, sensory kits available and assisted hearing systems, or visit the Brisbane Powerhouse in New Farm to enjoy one of the many Auslan performances throughout the year.
The Brisbane Powerhouse is also home to Vertigo, a unique dining experience available to wheelchair users where you’re suspended 17-metres in the air whilst enjoying a delicious three course meal.
Brisbane City Council offers a variety of accessibility resources, including guidelines for safely navigating streets and footpaths, information on disability parking, accessible community facilities, transportation options, and even a downloadable mobility map of The City. If you're seeking additional information, the Queensland Government Department of Tourism and Sport has developed Accessible Holiday Destination Guides, which are excellent tools for planning an accessible holiday.
Vacayit is a free resource specially designed to make tourism more accessible for people who are blind or with low vision. Vacayit's audio travel guides provide a rich and detailed description of the sensory experiences visitors may encounter in destinations to help them make informed travel decisions.
