Five fun things to do near the Embassy Brisbane school

• Take a ferry on Brisbane River for great views of the city.
• Stroll through the nearby Botanic Gardens - why not take a picnic? You can join a guided tour, and the gardens are even open at night, with lit-up walkways.
• Wander across the Victoria Bridge to Southbank Parklands.  Swim in the famous Streets City Beach.  Dine in one of the many cafes or restaurants.  Stroll through the Art and Crafts markets at the weekend.
• Go rock-climbing or abseiling on Kangaroo Point (or just watch other people doing it).
• Shop 'til you drop in the central business district.

Brisbane Events:

May: Paniyiri: Annual festival celebrating Greek culture, with dancing, food and music.
July to August (every second year) Brisbane Festival: This international arts festival occurs in evenly-numbered years (2008, 2010, 2012…)
August: Ekka: This historic event started as an agricultural show, and has expanded to include stalls, events and entertainment of all kinds.
August to September: River Festival: A superb event that takes Brisbane River as its theme.

Links

South Bank Showcases what's on, attractions, venues and eateries in Brisbane's main arts, culture and entertainment precinct.
Our Brisbane Sponsored by the Brisbane City Council, this site includes a visitors' section, advice on getting around, news and weather.
Experience Brisbane The Queensland Marketing Board tells you what to see and do, including details of events and festivals.
Brisbane Botanic Gardens Everything you need to know about this attractive destination.
Brisbane Festival One of the pre-eminent performing arts festivals in the southern hemisphere.
Ekka  Queensland's annual extravaganza and agricultural show.
River Festival Brisbane's signature event.