Manly Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
South Bank Parklands
After visiting South Bank Parklands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brisbane. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Brisbane Showgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Brisbane Showgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Brisbane. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
The Gabba
Catch an event at The Gabba during your trip to Brisbane. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Treasury Building
A magnificent 19th-century building and riverside jewel that is now host to one of Queensland’s biggest casinos and entertainment precincts.
Queen Street Mall
Brisbane’s premier shopping destination houses bars, restaurants and shops of all descriptions in its 40,000 square metres of retail space.
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Cuddle up close with Australia's most iconic wildlife at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Activities
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Island Pub Crawl with Lunch and High Speed Boat Tour in Brisbane
Brisbane: Mosaic Art Classes - Turkish Lamp Workshop
Best of Brisbane Walking Tour | Small Group & snack
Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure Climb
Our pick of the best Manly Hotel Deals
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Excellent location and very clean Courteous staff and good breakfast buffet Would i stay there again?NO They try and make revenue unnecessarily from everything-ordered water from room service and got charged $8 tray charge in top of the $4 water (600ml) Understand the cost of water but tray charge?????? ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Star Grand Brisbane
Great location and fabulous hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
Great
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel
Arrived at the international terminal, got a taxi to the hotel, lovely friendly welcome from the overnight staff, room was clean and comfortable, perfect for an overnight stay after a 24 hour flight
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Chermside Apartments
easy check in. rooms are a bit run down but clean.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Point Brisbane Hotel
Room large, cool, clean and quiet. Staff were great.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Manly
Wynnum
Wynnum is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Moreton Bay and Wynumm Golf Club.
Brisbane Airport
Travellers come to Brisbane Airport for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like DFO Brisbane and Moreton Bay while you're in town.
Hamilton
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Hamilton. A stop by Bretts Wharf Ferry Terminal or Portside Wharf might round out your trip.
New Farm
Unique features of New Farm include the river views and coffee shops. Make a stop by Brisbane Powerhouse or Howard Smith Wharves while you're exploring the area.
Newstead
Travellers like the historical sites in Newstead, and Newstead House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bowen Hills
Bowen Hills is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brisbane Showgrounds and Perry Park.
