Frankly speaking, it is not a shopping paradise. Nonetheless, MP and I decided to take our vacation there, mainly because of GS's graduation.
As Brissy folks practically live around the river, they could travel via the "Citycat". A ferry that goes along the Brisbane River and is a form of public transport from the usual bus and train.
Scenic views of the River Cruise on the "Citycat" that cost AUD$75 if you signed up for a day tour. However, MP and I enjoyed it FOC. Courtesy of GS.
The Brisbane central business district (CBD) lies in a curve of the Brisbane river. It covers only 2.2 km sq and is navigable on foot. Central streets are named after members of the royal family. Streets named after female members (Adelaide, Alice, Ann, Charlotte, Elizabeth, Margaret,Mary) run parallel to Queen Street and Queen Street Mall (named in honour of QueenVictoria) and those that run perpendicular to streets are named after male members (Albert, Edward, George, William).
"City" in Brisbane generally means the Queen Street Mall and Southbank. The CBD is located around Queen Street Mall, unlike in Singapore where Shenton Way and Orchard Road precincts are separated.
Southbank is a pretty nice place to spend a quiet day. You can just order a cup of coffee at one of the cafes along the river or just sit by the river for a nice little picnic. There is also an artificial beach at Southbank for folks who want some tanning.
2 comments:
i never realised brissy city can look so nice. haha...
looking forward to more! this is only day 1!
You must see who is the photographer mah. Yep, will do up the remaining newsletters soon.
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