BRISBANE

48 Hours 48 Hot Spots

Mary Poppins the Musical

South Brisbane, Brisbane Area
30 Dec 2011 to 17 Mar 2012

Matisse: Drawing Life

South Brisbane, Brisbane Area
3 Dec 2011 to 4 Mar 2012

Brisbane is a city abuzz with excitement. Its flair is for the original, its entertainment is fresh and youthful, it thrives with laneway markets, fine food restaurants and open air cafes. 

Not to mention the line up of exciting events taking place over the coming months with exclusive art exhibitions like 'Matisse: Drawing Life' where you can book a Matisse Getaway from $352pp* including flights, accommodation and exhibition entry.

We've done the research for you and have tracked down the best of Brisbane and its surrounds with 48 hot spots for you to discover right now. From open-air bars, hidden boutiques and world-class events to free comedy gigs you're sure to find something new and unexpected in this youthful city. If a lush mountain hideaway or island escape is more your style we've got these covered too.

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Holiday Deals
Matisse Drawing Life Holiday includes return airfares to Brisbane flying Virgin Australia, 2 nights accommodation at Citigate King George Square Brisbane and entry to Matisse: Drawing Life at GoMA. From $352pp* ex NTL
Mary Poppins Brisbane Holiday includes return airfares to Brisbane flying Virgin Australia, 2 nights accommodation at Citigate King George Square Brisbane and an 'A' reserve ticket to Mary Poppins. ©Disney/CML From $474pp* ex NTL
Annie Brisbane Holiday includes return airfares to Brisbane flying Virgin Australia, 2 nights accommodation at Citigate King George Square Brisbane and an 'A' reserve ticket to Annie. From $472pp* ex NTL
*Departing Newcastle. Prices based on per person, twin share. Seats are limited and may not be available at peak times or on all flights. Package price is per person twin share and is correct as at 21 November 2011. Matisse Drawing Life package on sale until 28 February 2012 for travel 3 December 2011 to 4 March 2012. Mary Poppins package on sale until 15 December 2011 for travel 6 January to 17 March 2012. Brisbane International package on sale until 15 December 2011 for travel 1 January to 9 January 2012. Annie package on sale until 31 January 2012, for travel 7 April to 13 May 2012. During some periods air and hotel pricing may not be available and surcharges may apply. Prices are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until the booking is completed and confirmed. Full payment is required at the time of booking and cancellation or amendment fees apply. A credit card fee of 2% of package price is applicable. Package pricing is based on web bookings or $30 more per person by phone, capped at 4 people. Prices based on direct route, including taxes, levies and other government charges which may vary and are subject to change. Seasonal surcharges may apply. Hotel rates quoted are based on double occupancy, per room, per night, per person, per package, unless otherwise noted. Prices based on lead in room, additional rooms available. Checked baggage charges apply. Prepay $12 online for up to 23kg of checked baggage per person per one way flight, or pay $40 at the airport for the same allowance. Excludes Velocity Gold and Silver Members. Excess baggage above 23kg will attract a charge of $15 per kg (or part thereof). Visit www.virginaustralia.com/holidays for more information. Henri Matisse / Henri Matisse etching 1900 / Collection: Bibliothèque nationale de France / © Succession H Matisse. Licensed by Viscopy, Sydney, 2011