9 days in Brisbane, Australia: itinerary with Top attractions and Hidden Gems and For kids

Start Day 2 at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore. Travel by taxi (~$30 AUD) for a 20-minute ride to City Botanic Gardens, arriving around 11:30 AM for a leisurely 1-hour visit. Afterward, take a 10-minute ride to The Wheel of Brisbane (~$15 AUD), arriving at 1 PM for a 30-minute ride with great views.

Day 3 starts at Kookaburra River Queens at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for the scenic cruise. Take a 10-minute ferry ride to reach Story Bridge Adventure Climb by 11:30 AM (allow 2.5 hours for the climb). After this, take a 15-minute walk to Queensland Cultural Centre by 2:30 PM - enjoy 3 hours exploring the museum and galleries.

Start at Parkland Boulevard & Roma Street at 9 AM for 1.5 hours. Take a 15-minute walk to Queensland Museum Kurilpa at 11 AM; allow 2 hours to explore. Next, walk for 10 minutes to St John's Cathedral at 1:30 PM; spend 1 hour enjoying the architecture. All attractions are centrally located, enhancing ease of travel.

Day 5 starts at Eat Street Northshore at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to savor local flavors. Then, take a 20-minute taxi (~$30 AUD) to Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout for stunning views at noon (30 mins). Conclude your day at Brisbane Powerhouse at 1 PM - enjoy art and culture for 2 hours, a 15-minute taxi ride (~$25 AUD) from the lookout.

Start Day 6 at Fortitude Valley at 9 AM, allowing 2 hours to explore its vibrant culture. Travel 10 minutes by taxi (~$15 AUD) to Queensland Performing Arts Centre by 11:30 AM for a 2-hour performance. Conclude your day at Brisbane City Hall at 2 PM with a 1-hour visit. It's a quick 5-minute walk from the performing arts centre, perfect for a balanced pace!

Start your day at Sole Saver Shoe Repairs at 9 AM for 30 minutes. After, enjoy a 10-minute taxi ride (~$15 AUD) to the Gallery of Modern Art at 10:00 AM, allowing 3 hours to explore. At 1:30 PM, take a 5-minute Uber (~$10 AUD) to La La Land Brisbane for a 2-hour experience. This itinerary blends activity with leisure in the heart of Brisbane.

Day 8 starts at Queens Gardens at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to enjoy the serene landscapes. Next, head to Redcliffe Jetty, a 30-minute train ride (~$6 AUD), arriving around 11:30 AM for 90 minutes of coastal views. Finally, travel to Streets Beach, a 50-minute bus ride (~$5 AUD), arriving at 1:30 PM and relax for 2 hours in the man-made lagoon.

Day 9 starts at Brisbane City Hall at 9 AM - allow 1 hour to explore the historic building. Travel 20 minutes by taxi (~$25 AUD) to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, arriving at 10:30 AM; enjoy 3 hours with koalas and other wildlife. At 2 PM, take a 30-minute bus ride (~$5 AUD) to Daisy Hill Koala Centre for 1.5 hours of further koala fun before wrapping up your day.