Mount Coot-tha Lookout is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Brisbane, Australia. Situated just 7 km from the city center, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of Brisbane and its surrounding areas. The lookout is easily accessible, with plenty of parking available at the top of the mountain. There are also public transport options available, including a bus service that stops at the lookout. The view from the lookout is truly spectacular, offering a bird's eye view of Brisbane's skyline, the Brisbane River, and the surrounding mountains. The view is especially beautiful at night, when the city lights up and provides a stunning backdrop for a romantic evening. Apart from the view, there are plenty of other things to do at the lookout. The area is surrounded by beautiful gardens, picnic areas, and walking tracks, making it a great destination for nature lovers. There is also a restaurant and a cafe at the lookout, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a coffee while taking in the stunning views. One of the highlights of visiting Mount Coot-tha Lookout is the opportunity to see the iconic Brisbane Botanic Gardens. The gardens are located adjacent to the lookout and offer a beautiful and relaxing place to spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Brisbane. Overall, Mount Coot-tha Lookout is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Brisbane. The stunning views, beautiful gardens, and wide range of activities make it a perfect destination for families, couples, or anyone looking for a great day out.

Starting with the restaurant, I was blown away by the quality and variety of the food offered. The menu featured a wide range of delicious options that catered to different tastes and dietary preferences. The flavors were mouthwatering, and the presentation was impeccable. The staff was attentive and provided great service. After our meal we then enjoyed the lookout even more and had an ice cream on the grass area, adding to the overall charm of the experience. While my visit was indeed unforgettable, I must acknowledge a minor disappointment with the restroom facilities. The bathroom was in bad condition, which was unexpected considering the otherwise high standards maintained throughout the venue. The cleanliness and upkeep of public restrooms are crucial, especially at popular tourist locations like Mount Coot-tha Lookout. Additionally, the baby change table was not reliable, and this could be a concern for families with young children. Despite this minor setback, my overall experience at Mount Coot-tha Lookout was exceptional. Note to management: It would be fantastic if you could address the issues with the public restroom and ensure the safety and cleanliness of the baby change table. This would further enhance the overall experience and make Mount Coot-tha Lookout an irresistible attraction for locals and tourists alike.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Mt Cootha Lookout in Brisbane is a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike. From the moment you arrive, you are greeted with stunning panoramic views of the city skyline, surrounding mountains, and lush greenery that are simply awe-inspiring. The view from the lookout is truly breathtaking, especially during sunrise or sunset when the colors of the sky paint a mesmerizing picture. Whether you're a photography enthusiast or simply a nature lover, you'll find yourself captivated by the beauty of the landscape that stretches as far as the eye can see. Apart from the incredible views, Mt Cootha Lookout offers a range of activities that cater to everyone's interests. Take a leisurely stroll along one of the many walking tracks and immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature. There are also picnic spots available, making it a perfect spot for a family outing or a romantic picnic.
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Weekend
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
No

Great place to visit for a brilliant view over Brisbane city and beyond! Have visited many years ago when growing up in Brisbane but haven't been back until over Christmas. Very busy but worth it for the views. Also stopped for a bite to eat at the cafè...food was decent but it's rather expensive for the snacks we ordered. They had also run out of cold drinks in all three fridges, rather bizarre for a busy cafè so that was disappointing. Can also drive a loop past the television stations that transmit from Mt Coot-Tha back to the bottom of the range area. Gets a bit hazy in the summertime from the heat, winter probably brings the best views. Something that must be rectified is the state of the public toilets. They were revolting to say the least. Unfortunately it appears some people dont know how to use a toilet. If they want tourists to go there, they must keep facilities clean and tidy. A good afternoon and great views!

I really liked it, a very beautiful and romantic place ... From what I didn’t like: poor lighting (and in some places a complete absence), this is especially important for stairs.. Because of which our friend was injured ... Also terrible toilets, absolutely not cleaned ... Please pay attention to this the owners and local authorities and correct the situation. Such a beautiful place, despite the fact that it is winter and cold in the evenings, there were a lot of people, very popular ... well, you can’t it like that! I hope that next time everything will be at the level and we can recommend this place to friends. In addition, I want to celebrate my birthday in September with you! But if the situation does not improve, then I will be ashamed to invite guests here ... Sorry to be negative, but it's true...
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Weekend
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No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

The sweeping vista of Brisbane's cityscape offered up by the Mt Coot-tha Summit never fails to impress - whatever the weather! For a truly memorable adventure, and a guaranteed heartstarter, ascend the mountain via the Summit Track, take in the breathtaking views, then enjoy breakfast at the Summit Cafe before descending via the Spotted Gum trail. The round trip is around 5km. If you have energy to spare at the bottom, enjoy another hour (or two) touring the Botanic Gardens. Don't miss the tranquil Japanese Garden and be sure to check out what's on at the Richard Randall Art Studio. Grab a coffee (and maybe lunch) at the Botanic Gardens Cafe to finish an awesome day out. It's one that's sure to get your step count up and your feet back in nature.

A must see whether you are a local or a tourist. Great views of the city and surrounding areas. As well as mountains in the far distance like Mt Warning and Mt Barney. The viewing points are at different heights with approx 180 degree views. There is a cafe on site which is open late. And a restaurant next door for night bookings and functions. The viewing platform is free and you can enjoy it both during the day and at night. There is one way in and one way out for parking. So you will actually drive past it on the main road and come around in a circle from behind. There is parking at the top but it is limited so you may need to go around the block again and park on the parks lower down. The walk is not too far still.

Mount Coot-tha is a popular tourist destination, offering a variety of activities for all ages and interests. The summit lookout offers stunning panoramic views of Brisbane and the surrounding area. There are also a number of walking trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds to explore. Mount Coot-tha is a Brisbane icon, forming a backdrop for the city and is Brisbane City Council's largest natural area. It contains more than 1600 hectares of open eucalypt forest, rainforest gullies and creek lines. Mount Coot-tha Reserve adjoins the south-eastern section of D'Aguilar National Park. -Bard!
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

A great spot with a magnificent view looking to Moreton Bay, Brisbane and down to the southern rangers. Travelling by car, the windy road takes us through residential areas; forest and then the Sunmit. With parking and a short stroll to the lookout, visitors can enjoy impressive views. The licensed cafe offers an extensive menu to suit all tastes and patrons can enjoy a relaxed lunch or dinner indoors or under umbrella's whilst soaking up the vista! Toilets are located next to the Cafe. The Scenic drive is also worth taking passing TV stations and back into residential areas.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout provides an outstanding view of Brisbane. Despite its popularity, especially during sunset, there's room for crowd management improvements. More parking or shuttle services from central locations might be beneficial. The on-site amenities, such as the gift shop and restaurant, while modest, offer essential services. The restaurant could better utilize its scenic backdrop, and a more straightforward ice-cream ordering process would be appreciated. This iconic site holds great potential and with some enhancements, it could become an even more remarkable destination for visitors to Brisbane.

Heey folks.. recently I've been in Mt Coot-tha Lookout and if you love sightseeing, I strongly recommend to go there to enjoy an amazing view. In Brisbane, I guess this is a place where it's possible to enjoy a view of the city far away. In the mountain you'll find a souvenir store, a restaurant and the bus stop is in front of the entrance. Otherwise, you can get there on foot, for me it's the best way to know the places: walking and trekking. It's near to the Botanic Garden and Planetarium as well, then if you have enough time, go and visit, it's perfect for a picnic with friends. Putting in your bucket list :)

Drove up no worries and luckily jagged a parking spot close by. Had an ice cream and enjoyed sitting back looking toward the city. Now the downside. Some of the trees have grown so tall that they obstruct the view, especially looking South and they need to be trimmed but I doubt this will happen as the Greenies will find a reason to object. Would only affect a small amount of vegetation and improve the experience for everyone. But if you're happy looking at the city and lights at night go for it.
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Weekend
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Mt Coot-tha one of the beautiful Highest Lookout Point of Brisbane, which is 5 km from CBD Brisbane. The Mt Coot-tha Lookout Point with Elgent Panoramic views over much Of Brisbane. It is a suburb with Beautiful Botanical garden,Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium, Library, a place for Mountain Drive, Mountain Biking, cycling, much more for Family picnic and barbecue, a Radio and TV station , A summit restaurant, specially the Mt Coot-tha Forest has 66 Trails For walking, hiking,Birds watching and Horse ride,with Parkland and Picnic Area.Totlly it is place to enjoy with Nature.

A spectacular view! I would imagine that many proposals would of taken place at this fantastic scenic spot. It is a MUST SEE attraction if you live in, or are visiting Brisbane. I have been up here numerous times and they have a cafe where you can order a coffee and cake and absorb nature at its finest or even bring a picnic blanket and a loved one and enjoy the sunset. Great for motorbike riders such as myself as the ride up and down is fantastic and rather scenic but challenging at the same time. They also have hiking trails for fitness enthusiasts. Highly recommended!

As the sun began to set, we took a bus from UQ to Toowong ($3.25) where our friend picked us up to head to Mount Coot-tha. The lookout at Mount Coot-tha is where locals and tourists alike, head to get views over Brisbane City. Views were certainly amazing. We also saw some orangy clouds on the opposite side of the pavilion as the sun set. If you managed to catch sunsets from Mount Coot-tha, share with us in the comments section below! For more details, visit 2bearbear today!
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Weekend
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Awesome spot to see Brisbane and surrounds from above, from the sunshine coast to the scenic rim. There are lots of hiking options from casual to advanced. There are plenty of places for a picnic or for the dog. A nice little souvenir/coffee shop with some nice snacks/cakes. You can grab a beer and enjoy the view. I haven't eaten in the restaurant, but by all accounts, a sunset dinner is worth looking into. Sometimes hard to get a park, tip: There's about 30 more car spaces behind the restaurant on the way back down. Nice gift shop, café & restaurant.

Best place to get the perfect view of the city. The premises do include some long range binoculars which operated by 2 dollar coins. However if you wanna take some nice clicks of the view, you might need a long range camera as a normal mobile cam gets obstructed by the tree range just beneath the look out. However the a sunny day and looking out is one of the great things do in Brisbane, if you are visiting. Don’t forget to try the restaurant as well, its quite good.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Mt Cootha Summit Lookout in Brisbane is a must-visit tourist destination. Beautiful place with panoramic views of the Brisbane city and surrounding mountains. Prefect place for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers. Mt Cootha Summit Lookout offers a range of activities with many walking tracks and to immerse yourself in the lush green nature. Perfect place for a family outing or nature lovers. Lots of free car parking and public transport from the Brisbane city.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

We managed to get there on a good day and it was quite busy. There was a wide range of people up there and it was fantastic. Look over Brisbane Skyline with the clouds and the sun poking through. There's also other calf which sells a good amount of food and drink and of course the restaurant which we didn't manage to get there as it was closed. The car parking was pretty good as well and there wasn't too many on the day we went Saturday. Please visit
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Weekend
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Good place to enjoy night view of Brisbane. There is a botanic garden down there. So you can probably spend your day time in the botanic garden and then drive to the summit look out when you finished your garden tour. It is not that far from the botanic garden. The parking here is somehow difficult to find. Maybe you need to turn few rounds to get your parking. There is a cafe up there which offer you food and drinks. The scene up there is superb. And a great place for dating too. If you don't mind too many people beside you

This is a great lookout with an outstanding view of the sea and city. You can park in the car park and walk or hike some of the trails on the mountain. We went down a gravel trail and back up a paved one next to a nice stream. Plenty of birds including magpies and bush turkeys, too. The loop we did was about 5 to 6 km. Other walkers and hikers are friendly, and there are plenty of water fountains for people with dog bowls, too. There is a nice cafe at the top but I did not see any public toilets. Highly recommend this area.

Whether you are driving up or hiking up, it's always incredibly satisfying to get to the top and see all that is Brisbane City. Absolutely stunning panoramic views of the city and its surrounds. The cafe is wonderful to grab a quick coffee or a bite to eat with some stunning views and staff are always friendly. We always bring visitors to Brisbane up to the summit to show them where we live. If you are visiting Brisbane, this is a must. If you live in Brisbane and haven't been here, what are you doing?

Amazing city views. I Keep on going back just to appreciate the views from up there. It can get very busy on weekends . Love it early in the morning just before getting into work it's so peaceful. Nice place to take overseas visitors for a nice pic. Chicken wings were delicious h8ghly recommend them but they have a spicy sauce so if you are susceptible to chilli keep away from them.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Amazing lookout especially for magnificent and stunning sunrise and sunset with bird-eye view of Brisbane. Many free car park just in front of the lookout and surrounding areas. No problem for car parking. Having wheelchair access, benches to sit and rest, also big cafeteria if you want a coffee or breakfast with the view. You can take a bus up here, or just 15 mins drive from the city. Highly recommended, definitely a must while you are in Brisbane!

This is one of the places you should go in Brisbane day or night the views from a projected height are simply amaizing , this made me love brisbane more than i thought i did , i would drive up there everyday just to be close to the heavens. Come take a drive up 5here enjoy the fresh air and beautiful views on the beautiful city of Brisbane ❤️
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Weekend
Wait time
1 hr+
Reservation recommended
Not sure

One of my favourite place in Brisbane ❤️ Theres 3 ways getting up there, by car, bus, or if you like to hike, 60 trails awaits you from easy to most challenging hike up to the Summit. So far I’ve done about 6 of the trails & love them all. The best part is the reward up on the summit, a cafe where you can enjoy a cuppa & delicious food with a breathtaking view There’s ample parking available , toilets & souvenir shop too.

Nice spot with a great view of Brisbane city. Limited parking at the top when it's busy and not a lot of space to turn around up there. If you can find a park at the top during peak times you're very lucky. Gets busy in the evenings and weekends. There's a little gift shop up there, ice cream shop / Cafe and toilets. There's also picnic spots and bush walking tracks on the drive up. The ride up is fun on a motorbike too!

We visited the summit around 10am. Quite a beautiful bird's eye view of Brisbane city and the surrounding area. Trying to catch the sunrise or the sunset from this location would definitely be an experience! There also is a souvenir shop on site, a cafe and ample parking. There are many walking/ cycling tracks you could take as well.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Always amazing views whether it be day or night, very relaxed atmosphere and always very quiet in terms of noise even when crowded and busy. The grounds have been absolutely spotless everytime I've been and everything is maintained at a high standard. Haven't visited the Cafe but love to see it busy and full of life and the late hours make it a massive bonus
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Weekday
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Fabulous views from the summit, which is only a short walk from the car park. There's plenty of space at the top although it can become busy at sunset or peak times. A cafe / restaurant and toilet facilities are available at the top, and parking can be quite limited. Several walks down from the summit with a map of these routes at the main entrance. Stunning city views and a pleasant area to visit.

We can see the whole Brisbane from this look out point. I recommend binoculars or use a Samsung ultra zoom camera to check the great view of huge buildings. It was a little crowded even on a weekday. Hardly found any parking near the look out. The restaurant over there was nice and cosy for friends and family.
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Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

Best place to see the entire Brisbane City along with the opening to the sea and other mountain ranges. Its an awesome place to come to, sit & relax, and enjoy the scenery. Sunrise is the moment, you would definitely don't want to miss. This place is very popular among photographers as u can see different shades of the city from day to night. Definitely recommend this place to visit.

Spectacular view both at night and during the day. My photos are shocking and of course do not do it justice. The food and drink options are a nice addition thay not many look out points can offer. Parking can be a challenge as this is a busy little area but nothing wrong with a bit of extra walking. Definitely recommend this spot.
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Weekday
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Awesome spot, with absolutely stunning views! My partner and I did the hike up there, and it was so worth it! It was a little unexpected in regards to the view, because normally when I do a hike, I expect the view of the top of a mountain, but here we got a view of the city! Still super cool spot to look at, definitely could've driven up, bit I think the hike made it all worth it!

Beautiful place looking over the city.Nice spot for picture taking and it has restaurant and coffee shop and souvenir shop too.We got lucky that the weather was nice when we went there.There is also a trail inside mount Coot-Tha Forest which we walk down to Jc slaughter falls....path was wide and clean...you can hear different birds chirping .it was an enjoyable experience ❤️

1st time heading up to the lookout with my boys. It's such a beautiful view with a lot of space for multiple photos. Great for large group photos to capture that Brisbane scenery behind you. They have a great Cafe during the day and restaurant for the evening. I'll update my feedback once we head back again for the evening experience. Here are a few photos from our day trip.

Great lookout for views over Brisbane. There are quite a few carpark spaces although it does get pretty full during the day. We didn't make it for the sunrise but I can imagine you get awesome views for it up here! There are public toilets, a nice cafe and a little souvenir shop too.
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Weekday
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No wait

Outstanding view of an evening Brisbane. Popular place, but enjoyable in the cool of the evening when the lights are up. Restaurant still being remodelled, and a queue for Ice cream going out the door. Plenty of people brought up their own picnic and food choices.
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

So you've just arrived in Brisbane. Take a few minutes and head up the cootha, take in the sights and get ya self dialled in. While yer up there, grab some Tucker and have a pretty decent coffee. Now go get stuck in. Don't forget there is more than just the summit. Go explore the walking tracks and find some hidden gems..

Super busy, hardly any places to park. If you like cities then it would be a great lookout but to me it is just a concrete jungle. Probably a nice easy place to go at night to get a picture with the lights. I was actually more impressed with the wide range of birds that were hanging around.
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Weekend

Amazing place with the view points, tracking area and Planetarium at Mount Coot-tha, Brisbane. You can view the best scenes during late evening or night time from top of heel. The planetarium is the place where you can explore all the galaxies, Solar system and history on astronauts. Visit once if you get a chance.

Awesome trails, having free internal transport or buggy for some people lost would be awesome. Maybe a free local bus or buggy can be started all day for public transport travellers. If you have your own car for this spot then absolutely no issues, lots of parking options and trail options are there. Quite safe.

Beautiful breeze in the summer that makes one of the coolest spots (literally) to be. Lots of great, flat spots for a picnic with a great view. Good to go at dusk when it's out of the sun - there's not much cover.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Never let go past Mt Coot-Tha the view of the city skyline is stunning. Seeing it in a sunset/sunrise setting will make you feel the WOW factor. It has a cafe and restaurant too. We went on a weekday as the parking tends to be very busy. If you haven't done so it's a must place to see. To top it all it's free!

Views of Brisbane are great and the facility is neat. Only one restaurant available currently so was jam packed. Construction under way for the adjacent restaurant so will probably be a better review on the next visit there.
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Weekend
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Spectacular place to get a full view of Brisbane! It is large enough that on a Sunday we still had a great view without feeling crammed. Parking is a bit small but definitely worth the trip to see the city in its entirety!
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Weekend
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Amazing views of the Brisbane city from up the top. Its beautiful both during day and night. Sunsets and sunrise are even pretty. Has a Cafe to get hot coffee and snacks. Ample parking available and there is no entry fees.
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Weekend
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Amazing place. Visited many times before and it never gets old. Beautiful views and parking is quite easy. Great place to take the kids for an ice-cream. Double scoop of all different flavours just $7.50
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Really nice place to check out the view of Brisbane city. Can get quite busy up there and finding a park can be a challenge but it's worth doing a few laps for. Also a good cafe is up there with a nice selection of foods and ice cream.
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Weekend
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No wait

If you're cool with heights, check this place out at night. Lots of places to sit and hang out, perfect for a picnic. We went up when most of the businesses weren't open, but they looked cool
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
10–30 min
Reservation recommended
No

My second time at Mount Coot-Tha ! Absolutely loved my evening here! Came here before sunset and managed to see two sides of Sydney, Day and Night. The city came to life with little lights tinkering on everywhere. Perfect place for dates. Bring warm clothing. It does get cold!

We had lunch at the Summit Cafe, very nice food there and when you had your lunch or before the food comes out check out the great views of Brisbane at the same time it is really beautiful. It is worth having a lunch or dinner at the Summit Cafe at Mt Coot-tha. Thank you.

Very beautiful view of Brisbane from the mountain. Ideal for those clear days in order to see far. There is a curio shop and cafe at the top. There are some trails up and down the sides of the mountain. Nice view on the drive up and down the look out. Highly recommended

A very impressive view over Brisbane from a unique vantage point. A lovely snack and drinks bar also. Also lower down is a planetarium and botanical gardens that are well worth a visit
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

One of the best spot to look out the whole Brisbane from top. The drive way is adventurous up the hill, the view is great either on the day or night. There are hiking trails to experience for those who loves hiking. Restaurant serves food. Must visit place in Brisbane.

Lovely place with amazing views of Brisbane city and surrounding areas. Nice cafe with great service. Quite busy area - a lot of people coming in. Also tourist buses bring a lot of people as well. But most people don't spend much time there. Definitely worth to visit!

Boasting great views and dining, wouldn't want to miss out on this spot if you are passing through or visiting Brisbane. That early morning breeze and the scent of coffee in the air makes it worth my while
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Weekend
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No wait

Damn this is a awesome spot for amazing scenic views of Brisbane and area! Not to mention the many different trails to choose from to get up there. On a clear day which is usually every day in June it’s fantastic. And the cafe adds to the experience. …

Awesome views and informative signs. Signs are showing real signs of wear and could use a freshen up. Some of the text and information is hard to read. Lots of visitors around
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Weekend
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Taking the public transport from the city it was an easy access to Mount Coot. The view of Brisbane from Mount Cpot was spectacular and breath taking. From there if you took a down hill leisure walk via the foot trail it will be quite an exciting adventure

Absolutely breathtaking! Not only can you see the entire Brisbane skyline, but it's probably the best the place to catch the sunrise (albeit I couldn't wake up early enough to do so ). There is also a cite little Cafe in case you feel like a snack. …

Originally went there to see the sunset; But actually the outlook was facing to East; could see nothing. Went there at night also could not see much star as there was too much light pollution from the city. Anyway, to view the city was quite nice...

If you're planning to start exploring Brisbane's lookouts this is where you can start from. The route is scenic and the narrow roads accompanied by tall trees is worth the drive. There is a cozy cafe uphill incase you wish to devour sweet delights.

The atmosphere is very sunny and the weather is very cool. You can see the scenery of the Gold Coast far away. It is very spectacular. You must come here.
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Weekday
Wait time
10–30 min
Reservation recommended
Not sure

Great view. Ample parking space. Few trails to follow. There's a restaurant on top of Mt Coot-tha. Even the restaurant is full. Since it's a holiday on 2nd May, there's many people there but still, we have plenty of space to take beautiful photos.

Enjoyed having wine in the the restaurant on the summit overlooking Brisbane. A truly wonderful view! There is also a very good shop to buy a memorable t-shirt or something else that may take your fancy. Definitely worth visiting Mount Coot-Tha!

Great lookout with a lovely view back over the city of Brisbane. Car park and lookout itself was busy on a Sunday afternoon, in truth the best part was the hike up here... Certainly worth a look in if your in the surrounds but, great experience.

- Location: not so far from Brisbane city. Take only around 30-40 mns by bus. - What to see: 180 degree city view. The view is breathtaking - Other facilities: cafe, sovernir store, restroom - Attraction nearby: Mount Coot-tha botanic garden

Beautiful view over the city of Brisbane. You'll be able to see parts of the stunning Brisbane river, the CBD and expansive suburbs. As someone that's not from Brisbane I can testify to how incredible it is to have such a place close to the

Nice little drive up the hill and beautiful view of Brisbane cityscape and the ocean beyond. Ample car parking and a cafe atop. Sunrise view would be best.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Incredible location for covert reconnaissance. My entire crew can vouch for its effectiveness in covering the entire West Brisbane area. We were able to swiftly pinpoint the location of the intelligence and execute the operation with no

Beautiful lookout, very scenic. Spectacular Brisbane night view. Lots to do around the area. Nearby botanical garden and waterfalls one could spend whole day exploring this beautiful place. Easily accessible, plenty of parking.

Awesome view from the top and Brisbane town is looking good! Cafe got variety of cakes and some hot puff. Great coffee as well. Recommend to come early then sit back relax with a cuppa of coffee and a slice of cake. Great day

A very nice lookout. The views are amazing. Lots of parking at the top and on the way up. Even on a cloudy day the views are spectacular.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

A beautiful place to view Brisbane, delicious food, friendly service and entertainment thanks to the Rainbow Lorikeets and Brush turkeys.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

This was such a fatal place to see all of Brisbane. It was beautiful. The Cafe there was great too. We didn't eat there but did have a drink. The view is spectacular. Definitely worth a visit if your heading this way

Fantastic view of Brisbane. The photo hardly does it justice. Highly recommended, especially if you do the walk from the base
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Weekend
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No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

View from the lookout is lovely but can be quite busy and touristy on the weekend. We walked up the summit track which was steep but enjoyable. Plenty of parking spaces and BBQs by the start of the summit trail.

Nice night view. Great for stargazing. Sad that most of the restaurants were gone. Loved having ice cream during cold weather.
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Weekend
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

If you're looking for the best spot to watch the sunrise in Brisbane, I recommend visiting Mount Coot-tha. Panoramic views of the city and surrounding areas, making it the perfect spot to catch the sunrise.

Very nice walk, with a great view at the top. We walked from the bottom of JC falls car park and it took about half an hour to the top. The walk is well paved with only a few steeper parts. Would recommend.

Recommend hiking from the botanic gardens. Great view, and there is a restaurant and gift shop and restrooms at the top.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Was a great new perspective on the city layout. Even if the heavens did open up and we got drenched, was still worth it.
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Weekday
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Reservation recommended
No

Beautiful views from the Mt.Cootha lookout plenty of parking ,also has a restaurant and takeaway shop on the site
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Weekend
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Nice hike to the top and lovely cafe to get refreshments once you reach the top. Fabulous views of Brisbane.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

It is a must-go iconic place for lookout enthusiasts. What a refreshing view with all great vegetations around the area. We'll come back here again definitely for a deeper look around.... More

Cheeky weekday visit, still quite a few tourists and school trips. Good cafe with seating, great views. Could do with a couple of those binoculars turrets you get on the top of tall buildings

Loved the view from Mt Coot-tha and the food from the cafe was delicious. Plenty of parking and seating.
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Weekday
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No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Best views of Brisbane! You can get here by car with plenty of parking or via walking trails. Most trails are between 30-60 minutes walk, though 5-10 minutes is fairly steep. More

Great views of the city. Great for sunrise but also spectacular at night time seeing the city lights light up the sky.
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No wait
Reservation recommended
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An amazing lookout obsevatory to have full Brisbane City from a height. . Very close to Mount Coot Tha Botanic Garden and a recommended place to visit if in around the area.

Beautiful place for a nature walk with three levels from beginner to expert. Grab a coffee or breakfast when you get to the top and enjoy views of Brisbane and Moreton Bay.

We managed to get a car park at the summit. The trip was well worth it. There are other attractions (bbq area and waterfall) around the area.
Visited on
Weekday

Beautiful views of Brisbane city, cafe open at Mt Cootha. Spectacular at night.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

A wonderful spot to view the sunset over Brisbane. A free parking area very close. But quit busy on sunny days!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait

Nice lookout and view point. Local cafe and ice cream is great too. Parking spaces are limited on crowded weekends or public holidays from tourists and visitors.

Best to go here late arvo as it is not that crowded. Picturesque views and skyline nearing sunset is very nice. Parkiing can be a challenge but you’ll get by.

A great viewing point at night to see the Brisbane City all lit up.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

Hadn't been here for over 30yrs and I enjoyed the experience. Lots of visitors (not overwhelmingly so) and the walk down to the botanical gardens was great.

Beautiful lookout and a must visit if in Brisbane. You can reach the top hiking or driving. At the top, there is a cafe that serve beverages and food.