{"id":472,"date":"2015-07-08T06:55:52","date_gmt":"2015-07-08T06:55:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/listopedia-brisbane-for-the-fit-and-healthy-traveller\/"},"modified":"2022-08-08T23:20:46","modified_gmt":"2022-08-08T23:20:46","slug":"listopedia-brisbane-wellness-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.au\/stories\/listopedia-brisbane-wellness-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Listopedia: Brisbane for the Fit and Healthy Traveller"},"content":{"rendered":"

As travellers we\u2019ve all had that moment mid-trip when we can\u2019t face another (yummy) pizza or visit to a Cathedral, and so we seek out an outdoor adventure activity plus a caf\u00e9 offering a plethora of healthy food options. Nodding your head?<\/p>\n

Brisbane<\/a> is a city packed with awesome options for outdoor adventure, healthy delicious food and plain old relaxing. If you’re heading to the Queensland capital soon, check out our Listopedia of the best healthy hotspots.<\/p>\n

1. Mt Coot-tha<\/h2>\n

Home to the Brisbane Botanic Gardens<\/a>, Brisbane Lookout<\/a>, plus a scenic drive, walking and running tracks, Mt Coot-tha is a top spot to either completely zen-out while enjoying the brilliant views, or to go for a big explore. It\u2019s worth checking out events run by the Brisbane Botanic Gardens that include school holiday activities, twilight yoga and circuit training classes. If you\u2019re looking for somewhere to eat, the Kuta Caf\u00e9 (next to the Brisbane Lookout) is open for breakfast right through to 10 or 11pm at night (depending on the day). Their menu includes vegetarians and gluten free options.<\/p>\n

2. Walking Tour<\/h2>\n

If you enjoy exploring a city on foot, you\u2019re bound to like one of Walk Brisbane\u2019s walking tours<\/a>. The tours are run by passionate Brisbane locals keen to show their city off! Choose from the City Essentials, Laneways Caf\u00e9 or Art & Design tour and each usually runs for about three hours.<\/p>\n

3. Pineapple Express Caf\u00e9<\/h2>\n

This superfood caf\u00e9<\/a> found at Portside Wharf in Hamilton opened at the beginning of June. It\u2019s quick becoming a favourite among Brissie locals for its delicious healthy menu. Think acai bowls and smoothies for brekky, wickedly good zucchini pasta for lunch and not to be missed paleo sweets.
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4. Eat Street Markets<\/h2>\n

While you\u2019re in the Hamilton area, it\u2019s also worth checking out the\u00a0Eat Street Markets<\/a>\u00a0open each Friday (4-10pm), Saturday (4-10pm) and Sunday (10am-3pm). These cool markets are held in converted shipping containers at Hamilton Wharf and offer an array of cuisine to choose from, live performances, fresh produce and clothes. The gluten free doughnuts are definitely worth trying!<\/p>\n

5. Brisbane River Adventures<\/h2>\n

There are a number of brilliant activities you can do around Brisbane River \u2013 for something different, try abseiling or climbing the Kangaroo Point Cliffs. No experience is required so anyone can have a go! If that\u2019s too much adrenalin for you, try kayaking or paddle-boarding on the river. It\u2019s a lovely way to see the city. Or hop on a Segway tour!\u00a0Riverlife<\/a>\u00a0is a great tour operator that has been running since 2005, and you can book all of these activities with them.<\/p>\n

6. Wheel of Brisbane<\/h2>\n

The place to visit for glorious 360-degree views of South Bank and further afield is the\u00a0Wheel of Brisbane<\/a>. The Wheel, which is approximately 60 metres tall, first opened in 2008 and is a fun attraction for the whole family. It\u2019s open seven days a week and you can buy tickets from the South Bank Visitors Centre. During Brisbane\u2019s Ekka Show, the Wheel will host a Teddy Bears Picnic on the 12th August. The event is taking place in the South Bank Cultural Forecourt.
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7. Brisbane Runs<\/h2>\n

For any keen runners, there are plenty of routes to try while you\u2019re in Brisbane. One option is to start at the Eagle Street Pier, head through the Botanical Gardens, over the bridge and finish at South Bank. The South Bank loop is another great way to explore this popular area of Brisbane.<\/p>\n

8. Green Bees Organics<\/h2>\n

This family run\u00a0West End caf\u00e9\u00a0serves up delicious organic food from breakfast through to dinner during the week and is open 7.30am-4pm on Saturdays. (FYI it\u2019s closed on Sundays and Mondays). Highlights on the menu include their vegan coconut and chia pancakes with raw hazelnut ice cream, gluten free lamb pie and paleo sweet potato and pecan chocolate brownies.<\/p>\n

9. I Heart Brownies<\/h2>\n

Speaking of brownies, Fortitude Valley\u2019s\u00a0I Heart Brownies<\/a>\u00a0is a little piece of heaven! Their brownies are 100% gluten free and prepared with only the best quality ingredients including Belgian black cocoa and Queensland cane sugar. The flavour selection is impressive \u2013 think Jaffa and Salted Caramel!
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10. The Story Bridge<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re up for an adventure, the\u00a0Story Bridge Adventure Climb<\/a>\u00a0is likely to be right up your alley. You can select to just climb the bridge (and back down again) or if you\u2019re a real adrenalin junkie, you can abseil back down instead. The views at the top of the bridge are amazing and the climb is perfect for all ages taking around two hours.<\/p>\n

11. Stephanie’s Luxury Spas<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re in need of some pampering , head to\u00a0Stephanies Luxury Spa<\/a>. With five locations in south-east Queensland, including at the Sofitel Brisbane hotel, you can choose from beauty treatments, spa therapy or anti-ageing therapies. In addition, they\u2019re currently celebrating their 21st birthday and have spa offers, giveaways and luxury skincare prizes available from 23rd June, available for two months.<\/p>\n

The lucky last thing to put in your calendar is\u00a0The Brisbane Times Good Food Month<\/a>\u00a0running from July 9 \u2013 August 9. There are events taking place all around Brisbane including Night Noodle Markets, dinners showcasing the best from Queensland\u2019s regional chefs and winemakers, stunning high teas and guided tours run by food and drink experts. It\u2019s bound to be amazing!<\/p>\n

Brisbane is a city you can visit and explore year round. It\u2019s always fun, and the locals are super friendly! You\u2019re bound to have a brilliant time enjoying everything the city has to offer.<\/p>\n

If you’re looking for somewhere to stay, check out our Brisbane hotels\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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