Brisbane Farms & Valleys Guide
Brisbane’s farm-village country starts at Tamborine Mountain, where rainforest meets vineyards, farm animals, artisan food and roadside produce. It is roughly an hour from Brisbane and just as practical from the Gold Coast.
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Tamborine Mountain & Village Vibe
Despite being sandwiched between two major cities, Tamborine Mountain feels like the real deal when it comes to country-town atmosphere. The elevation brings a pretty cool breeze, and the mix of rainforest, farm shops and cottage businesses gives the plateau a certain charm that’s a million miles from the Brisbane coastline below.
Gallery Walk runs along Long Road and it’s a veritable treasure trove of more than 70 boutiques, studios and foodie places, all crammed into a tiny stretch, selling everything from artwork to gourmet goodies, handmade crafts, and all the fudge and treats you could possibly want. But don’t forget to pop out of the strip and check out the roadside stalls with fresh produce, honey and preserves on offer — a reminder that the Scenic Rim isn’t far away at all.
If you’re the type of person who likes to hang out at cafés and browse, then maybe give the precinct a couple of hours. But honestly, there is loads more to this mountain village than just the shops.
FAQ
Is Fortitude Valley the best area to go for a night out in Brisbane?
Well, Fortitude Valley is definitely Brisbane’s main entertainment district — there’s live music, clubs and bars galore around Brunswick Street Mall. It’s also home to one of the city’s largest concert venues.
What's James Street Brisbane known for?
James Street is basically the place to go for Australian fashion and retail, jewellery, design showrooms — the whole shebang. Plus loads of great restaurants to boot. There are over 100 speciality businesses to check out in this compact shopping and dining precinct.
What are the top things to do in New Farm?
Well, you’ve got to check out the park, take a walk or bike ride along the river, catch a show or an exhibition at the Powerhouse, try out the local dining scene and, of course, visit the Saturday farmers’ markets.
How long should you spend in New Farm and Fortitude Valley?
You should probably allow at least a full day for New Farm and the Powerhouse in the morning, then head over to James Street in the afternoon for some shopping and lunch. Then — when the sun goes down — you can head over to Fortitude Valley for dinner and live music. But if you’re really into markets, shopping, eating out and live music, then two days is probably the way to go.
Are New Farm and Fortitude Valley the same as Brisbane CBD?
No way — they’re two distinct inner-city neighbourhoods just outside of Brisbane’s CBD, each with their own thing going on. Fortitude Valley is all about live music and nightlife, while New Farm is more about residential streets, riverfront parkland, and the Brisbane Powerhouse for a bit of culture.
Experience The Best Of Brisbane
The river is the natural place to start. Ferries and bridges connect the two banks, while riverside walking paths lead between gardens, restaurants and city views.
South Bank Parklands sits directly opposite the Brisbane CBD, bringing together around 15 hectares of parkland, Streets Beach and the Queensland Cultural Centre. Across the river, Queen Street Mall and the 18-hectare City Botanic Gardens offer a mix of busy city streets and quieter waterfront spaces.
Kangaroo Point has some of the best views of the Brisbane skyline and Story Bridge. Nearby, Howard Smith Wharves brings dining and riverside spaces beneath the bridge. New Farm, Fortitude Valley and West End add another mix of parkland, nightlife, leafy streets and charming cafés.
