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Brisbane Budget Per Day: How Much Does a Trip Cost?

River-city walks, Gold Coast day trips, sub-tropical light from May through October. What a day in Brisbane costs — meals, transit, top attractions, and the bookable activities worth adding to the budget. Real-time prices from Viator so the numbers stay current.

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Budget-friendly experiences in Brisbane

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1h 30m

Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River.

4.6★ · 990 reviews
Free cancellation

From $37 a person

1h 30m

Sunset City Lights Cruise: 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal (90min)

The best way to see Brisbane is from the river.

4.6★ · 155 reviews
Free cancellation

From $42 a person

3h 30m

Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr)

Aboard the boat, the sights will be accompanied by informative commentary about the region as well as a morning tea to satisfy your on board cravings.

4.7★ · 516 reviews
Free cancellation

From $68 a person

1h 30m

Midday Sightseeing Cruise: 12.30pm-2pm (90min)

Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River.

4.7★ · 164 reviews
Free cancellation

From $35 a person

3h 30m

South Bank Combo Cruise & Lunch; 10:30am-2pm (approx)

Three of Brisbane's most notable operator have joined forces to create the SOUTH BANK COMBO PASS.

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $76 a person

1h 30m

Mid-Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise: 2:30pm-4pm (90min)

Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River.

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $37 a person

Bloody Brisbane CBD Crime Tour - Crime Tours Australia | Jack Sim

JACK SIM presents BRISBANE CRIME TOURS - Brisbane's original and longest running Crime Tours.

4.9★ · 90 reviews
Free cancellation

From $28 a person

Visit historic parts of Brisbane including Anzac Square

Ultimate Brisbane Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)

Discover the story of Brisbane on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $58 a person

Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Brisbane

Con-x-ion airport shuttle is the swift, efficient, comfortable and safe way to travel to your Brisbane CBD Accommodation directly to the door!

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $24 a person

1h 30m

Story Bridge Adventure Climb, Brisbane's #1 Iconic Adventure

Best thing to do in Brisbane.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $106 a person

6h to 7h

Deluxe All Inclusive Brisbane Highlights & Lone Pine Ticket

Discover Brisbane’s Best in One Easy Day!

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $133 a person

2h to 3h

Brisbane Highlights Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP

From St John’s Cathedral to Kangaroo Point Cliffs, this Brisbane self-guided walk blends heritage, river views, and skyline moments with effortless charm.

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

From $12 a person

9h 30m

Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave

Explore the World Heritage Gondwana Rainforests of Australia with the destinations most experienced Tour Company.

4.7★ · 341 reviews
Free cancellation

From $134 a person

1h 40m

Brisbane Shore Excursion: Must-See City Tour with a Local

With a strict limit of 8 participants, you’ll enjoy an intimate atmosphere and direct access to your expert local guide.

5.0★ · 50 reviews
Free cancellation

From $42 a person

Haunted Brisbane CBD Ghost Tour

Australia's Longest Running Ghost Tour Company, celebrating 25 years of running historic haunted tours.

4.5★ · 67 reviews
Free cancellation

From $27 a person

Brisbane Sightseeing Tour by Bus: Scenic Locations & Morning Tea

This sightseeing tour takes you to all the must-see spots in Brisbane, from the riverfront to the city’s best parks and viewpoints.

5.0★ · 50 reviews
Free cancellation

From $88 a person

Brisbane River Cruise departing the City

5h 30m

Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

See Australia’s amazing animals on a day trip to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary from Brisbane.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Bestseller

From $98 a person

1h 30m to 2h 30m

Brisbane Segway Sightseeing Tour

Glide effortlessly through Brisbane breathtaking sites and see the city’s best known landmarks on a fun Segway tour.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $91 a person

Abseiling the Kangaroo Point Cliffs in Brisbane

Experience the rush of abseiling the Kangaroo Point Cliffs in Brisbane.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $53 a person

Toowong Cemetery Ghost Tour - The Original

Discover the haunted history of Toowong Cemetery including The Statue That Moves, Grave on the Hill, Ghosts of Paddington Cemetery, Mayne Murder, and The Black Prince...