Visiting Brisbane

Theodore Robinson
1852–96
A Bird's-Eye View 1889
Oil on canvas
65.4 x 81.3cm (25 3/4 x 32in.)
Gift of George A Hearn, 1910
(10.64.9)
Collection: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
Image © The Metropolitan Museum of Art

For everything you need to know about visiting Brisbane during winter 2009, including events, attractions, shopping, dining, and hotel deals, visit www.brisbaneinwinter.com.au.

You can find locally-focused lifestyle and tourism information, including entertainment and activities, maps, things to see and do, as well as local news and weather, by visiting www.ourbrisbane.com.

Also, exclusive to Brisbane, The Paris Opera Ballet will present the Australian premiere of Rudolf Nureyev’s stunning production of La Bayadère at the Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre, South Bank, from 24 June to 4 July 2009.

Travel

It’s easy to plan your trip with Traveltrain. For your entire rail travel needs, either visit your local QR Travel Centre, telephone 1800 872 467 or visit www.traveltrain.com.au.

For comprehensive travel information to help you to prepare your visit to Brisbane, visit www.queenslandholidays.com.au.

Accommodation packages

Rydges

Enjoy Rydges South Bank's The Met Package from $169.00 including overnight accommodation in a Standard Queen Room, late check out of 12 noon and admission for up to two adults to the exhibition. Conveniently, Rydges South Bank is just a short stroll to the Queensland Art Gallery as well as many other local attractions.  

For reservations contact:  
Tel: (07) 3364 0800 or visit: www.rydges.com/southbank
For further information visit: www.rydges.com/southbank

Hilton Brisbane

The Hilton is delighted to offer ‘The Met stay and see Minibreak’, from just $265* per room per night, including deluxe accommodation for two, breakfast the following morning in the Atrium restaurant and late check-out available up to 4.00pm on weekends.

Refreshed & revived, heighten your experience and upgrade to our newly refurbished Executive Plus Rooms for an additional $140, including access to the lounge, breakfast the following morning, refreshments throughout the day and pre-dinner drinks and canapés.

For reservations, please contact:
Tel: 1300 445 866 or www.hilton.com/brisbaneoffers and quote PR44MM

*Subject to availability, valid from 30 May – 20 September 2009

Ibis Brisbane

From $169 per night

Guests receive overnight accommodation for two in a Queen or Twin Contemporary oversized room and two tickets to the exhibition.

For reservations, please contact:
Tel: (07) 3237 2333

Mantra South Bank Brisbane

Located within walking distance of the Queensland Art Gallery, Mantra South Bank Brisbane offers accommodation packages including breakfast, valet parking and two tickets to the ‘American Impressionism and Realism' exhibition from $239.

For reservations, please contact:
Tel: (07) 3305 2500
Fax: (07) 3305 2599
Email: southbankbris.res@mantra.com.au
For further information, please visit: www.mantra.com.au

Mantra on Queen, Brisbane

Located in Brisbane's city centre, Mantra on Queen is offering accommodation packages including car parking and two tickets to the ‘American Impressionism and Realism' exhibition, starting from $156.

For reservations, please contact:
Tel : (07) 3234 8888
Fax:  (07) 3236 9637
Email: queen.res@mantra.com.au
For further information, please visit: www.mantra.com.au

Mercure Brisbane

From $189 per night

Guests receive overnight accommodation for two in either a queen or twin room with expansive city views and two tickets to the exhibition.

For reservations, please contact:
Tel: (07) 3237 2300
For further information, please visit: www.mercurebrisbane.com.au

Novotel Brisbane

'The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York' package from $229

Make your visit a memorable occasion and stay overnight in the city at Novotel Brisbane.

This wonderful package is available from 30 May – 20 September and includes accommodation for two at Novotel Brisbane, two tickets to the exhibition and buffet breakfast for two in Cilantro Restaurant.

For reservations, please contact:
Tel: (07) 3309 3309
Email: h1749@accor.com
For further information, please visit: www.novotelbrisbane.com.au

Sofitel

Conveniently located above Central Station, Sofitel Brisbane Central is only a five-minute train ride to the Queensland Art Gallery. 'Met NY' packages start from just $275 per night, offering superior room accommodation, breakfast for two at Thyme2 Interactive Restaurant, and two tickets to the exhibition.

For reservations, please contact:
Tel: (07) 3835 4444
For further information, please visit: www.sofitelbrisbane.com.au

Stamford Plaza

‘The Met Art Lover’s Package’
In celebration of the ‘American Impressionism and Realism’ exhibition coming to Brisbane, Stamford Plaza’s special art package means guests can enjoy an indulgent yet affordable overnight art lover’s escape.

For $329 per night, the Art Lover’s package includes:

    * Overnight accommodation in a Stamford Plaza River View room
    * Full buffet breakfast for two in The Brasserie on the River
    * Complimentary car parking
    * Two tickets to the exhibition

Guests booking on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday night will also receive a complimentary upgrade to a Deluxe Room and enjoy a bottle of Australian Sparkling wine on arrival.

For reservations, please contact:
Tel: (07) 3221 1999
Or book online www.stamford.com.au

*Package valid from 30 May to 20 September 2009 and subject to availability.

Limes Hotel

‘The Brisbane Art and Design Lovers Package’
The first Australian member of Design Hotels, Limes Hotel, is located in Fortitude Valley. Designed by award winning Brisbane designer Alexander Lotersztain, Limes has 21 rooms and is a stunning yet simple urban retreat, complete with open-air roof top bar and intimate roof top cinema. Limes is offering a package that includes accommodation for two in a deluxe double room, two tickets to the exhibition, a rooftop bar voucher to the value of $75, room service breakfast for two and complimentary car parking.

For reservations, please contact:
Tel: (07) 3852 9000
E-mail: info@limeshotel.com.au
For further information, please visit: www.limeshotel.com.au/specialoffers

Oaks Hotels & Resorts
Oaks River City, Oaks 212 Margaret & Oaks Casino Towers

Oaks is delighted to offer ‘The Met Icons Package’ from $149* per room per night, including two nights accommodation in a spacious one bedroom apartment and two tickets to the exhibition.

For reservations, please contact:
Oaks River City
Tel: 1800 654 640
E-mail: rivercity@theoaksgroup.com.au

Oaks 212 Margaret
Tel: 1800 036 990
E-mail: 212Margaret@theoaksgroup.com.au

Oaks Casino Towers
Tel: 1800 050 852
E-mail: casino@theoaksgroup.com.au

For further information, please visit: www.theoaksgroup.com.au

* $149 at Oaks River City & 212 Margaret , $169 at Oaks Casino Towers, subject to availability, minimum two night stay