BrisbaneFree things to do in Brisbane
27 places in Brisbane you can enter for free — museums, parks, viewpoints and landmarks. The best below, by type.
Free museums & galleries in Brisbane
- Gallery of Modern ArtStanley PlaceMon–Sun 10:00-17:00
- Queensland MuseumGrey StreetMon–Sun 09:30-17:00
Free landmarks & monuments in Brisbane
- Anning Monument
- James Mooney Memorial
- Shrine of Remembrance
- South African War Memorial Sculpture
Free parks & viewpoints in Brisbane
- Anzac Square
- Carmichael Park
- Centenary Place
- Davies ParkOpen 24/7
- Francis Lookout135 Dewar Terrace
- Graceville Memorial Park
- Kalinga Park
- Kianawah Park
- Mount Coot-tha Botanic Gardens152 Mt Coot-Tha RoadMon–Sun 08:00-17:50
- Mowbray Park
- Musgrave Park
- New Farm Park
- Post Office Square
- Queen's Gardens
- Roma Street Parklands
- Sherwood Arboretum
- Toowong Memorial Park65 Sylvan Road
- Victoria Park / Barrambin223 Herston Road
- Whites Hill ReserveOpen 24/7
- Wickham Park
- Yeronga Memorial Park
When museums in Australia open free entry
Yes. Some museums are always free; many others open free entry on a set day each month (often the first Sunday) or in the late evening. Check each museum's website before you go.
Free & cheap tours in Brisbane
A free walking tour runs on tips; there are also short low-cost tours. Check availability for your dates.
Tickets for attractions in Brisbane, booking ahead skips the queue.
Answers to your questions
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Sources: Places & entry fee: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), auto-checked