Brisbane In June Travel Guide

Brisbane in June is the start of winter, which usually means lower humidity, cooler and crisper nights but lovely blue sky days (well quite a bit of the time!)...

June is another great month for sightseeing around Brisbane and south-east Queensland. Pack a jumper, fleece or jacket just in case it is a little cool for you, but you can still pack your swimming costumes!

June heralds the start of the whale watching season in south east Queensland. Humpback whales cruise up the coasts of Australia to the warmer waters of northern Australia for breeding and births.

Whale watching cruises begin in June and go through to late October. Being on the water is the best way to see them, but you could be lucky and spot them from headland such as Point Lookout on North Stradbroke Island.

Brisbane isn't really a beach holiday destination, however if you feel the need for some beach, you can take a day trip to Gold Coast, North Stradbroke Island or Moreton Island for some truly amazing beaches.

I love going to the Gold Coast theme parks at this time of the year, because you don't swelter in the heat like the summer months! Even the water parts in the Gold Coast are open all year round and heat the water in the cooler months. Australia Zoo is on top of a hill in the Sunshine Coast and is a bit cooler too!

School holidays start in mid to late June and go through to the second week of July (roughly). Winter school holidays in Australia means it can be quite busy because our cooler southern friends (and our New Zealand friends) come visit us in our relative warmth.

Most questions about visiting Brisbane or Queensland in June are about the weather, what you can expect, what to wear or pack, what's on and what you can do. Read on to discover more about the pros and cons of visiting Brisbane in June.

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Weather in Brisbane in June

# - I have quoted Gold Coast sea temperature because the data I found for Brisbane was a bit difficult to interpret. Moreton Bay can have significantly different temperatures than the general ocean temperatures and realistically you don't come to Brisbane for the beach, but you do go to Gold and Sunshine Coasts for that. This is just an indication.

Public and School Holidays in June

What's On In Brisbane In June?

• Brisbane Winter Horse Racing Season at Doomben and Eagle Farm Racecourses
• Gold Coast events include Cooly Rocks On and Surfers Paradise Festival
• International Acts at Brisbane Entertainment Centre (example: Kylie Minogue - Aphrodite Tour June 2011)

Event information for Brisbane

Tips for Visitors to Brisbane in June

For Australian Visitors

Early June is a great time to escape from the cooler weather in the southern states without the kids or later in June with the kids on school holidays. There's usually lots of great entertainment on in our capital city to keep you busy.

For Overseas Visitors To Brisbane

June in Queensland is pretty awesome (to be honest any autumn, winter or spring month is pretty awesome in Queensland!). Days are usually low 20s centigrade but cool, crisp in the evenings. Make sure to pack some warmer clothes or layers (and a jacket) especially if where you are coming from is in spring/summer weather or if you think 20C is cool!

If you have the luxury of picking the dates for your trip choose dates earlier in June, before the Australian school holidays start. Not only will you likely save money you should also avoid the family holiday crowds.

IDEAS FOR Things To Do in Brisbane in June

• Take your hire car on the ferry over to North Stradbroke Island and explore the amazing beaches and lookouts.
• Have your photo taken having lunch at the cafe at Mt Coot-Tha with the backdrop of Brisbane.
• Ride on the Wheel of Brisbane at South Bank.
• Go game fishing on a fishing day trip.
• Eat in a bohemian cafe in West End.
• Take a city ferry to Bulimba, walk along Oxford Street and check out all the options to eat! YUM!
• Snorkel on the Tangalooma Wrecks off Moreton Island.
• Visit the Planetarium and Mt Coot-Tha Botanical Gardens.
• Cuddle a koala - or at least see some at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
• Fancy a day on the beach? Head down to the Gold Coast where the average sea temperature in June is 21C. If you do venture into the water make sure you are between the flags.
• Do a walking tour around the city centre to check out the historical sights.
• Go shopping at DFO (Direct Factory Outlets) near Brisbane Airport.

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Here's some more resources to help you plan your stay in Brisbane during June.

Brisbane Australia General Travel Planning Information

There are many reasons to find yourself planning to visit Brisbane Australia - business trip, convention, conference, family holiday, city break, weekend away or stop over in Brisbane.

Planning can be as simple as organising the flights and accommodation and checking out the things to do, or you may want to look at some of resources on this website to help with your Brisbane trip planning.

• Introduction to Brisbane Australia for a birds eye view of what Brisbane has to offer, when and where to visit and a few useful and interesting facts.
  
• Brisbane Australia Weather Information for a quick run down on our seasons, weather plus tips for what to pack and when are the best times to visit.
• Brisbane Australia Travel Guide gives you lots of traveller information that you can easily access, including information about timezone, transport options, electricity, currency, tipping and other customs.
• Brisbane Airport guide with information about flights, transport, transfers, car hire, airport hotels and more.
  
• Brisbane's main attractions, sightseeing, tours, cruises and activities.
  
• Brisbane Accommodation Guide helps narrow down the search to find where to stay and suitable accommodation including a hotel guide, backpacker information and serviced apartment options (great for families or longer stays).

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