Booked a cheap flight to Brisbane? Here are some handy tips to take with you. The capital of Queensland has grown into a trendy cosmopolitan city and a plethora of trendy bars and restaurants, museums and art galleries as well as some amazing shopping is waiting for you. There are many other sights to discover as well as in the city centre and around Brisbane. Check out the Brisbane museum and learn about the local history and heritage. Another interesting place is the Maritime Museum where you can walk around models of ships that were used in the past. If nature is more your thing then don't miss the MT Coot-tha Reserve. It's a massive park with an abundance of walking trails. Another must visit is the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary where you can see many koalas from up close and even hold one if you want. The park is located a shirt bus ride into the suburbs of the city. Back in Brisbane, a cosy place to have breakfast is the Continental Cafe. The menu has a bit of a French touch, but the food is quite yummy. Make sure you come early on the weekends as the place is heaving with locals. Don't get fooled by the name, but have a few brewskys at the Breakfast Creek Hotel. It's a famous pub in Brisbane and has been around forever. They serve tasty steaks and you can drink beer that is kept in wooden casks. Don't want to go to bed yet? Then have a few cocktails at the GPO bar. The old post office now fronts as a funky bar with live music on some nights. There is much more to be discovered in Brisbane so book that cheap flight to Brisbane now.