The best museums in Brisbane in September 2025

These are the top 20 best museums in Brisbane, Australia, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Brisbane? These are the best ones:

  1. Brisbane Botanic Gardens1

    Brisbane Botanic Gardens

     Brisbane
    The City Botanic Gardens, located in Brisbane, Australia, is one of the city's primary green spaces. It spans an impressive area of nearly 18 hectares, providing a lush, green oasis amidst the towering skyscrapers of the city's business district. The gardens are a testament to the city's commitment to preserving and promoting its natural environment.
  2. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary2

    Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

     Brisbane
    The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, located in the Brisbane suburb of Fig Tree Pocket in Queensland, Australia, is an 18-hectare sanctuary dedicated to koalas. Established in 1927, it holds the distinction of being the oldest and largest sanctuary of its kind in the world.
  3. Queensland Museum3

    Queensland Museum

     Brisbane
    The Queensland Museum, located in Brisbane, is the state museum of Queensland. It is dedicated to showcasing natural history, cultural heritage, science, and human achievement. Visitors can expect to explore a wide range of exhibits that delve into these diverse areas, providing a comprehensive understanding of Queensland's rich history and culture.
  4. Commissariat Store4

    Commissariat Store

     Brisbane
    The Commissariat Store, located at 115-127 William Street in Brisbane City, is a heritage-listed storehouse that holds significant historical value. It was designed by William John Dumaresq and constructed between 1828 and 1913 by convict labour under the direction of Captain Logan. The building served as a permanent Commissariat Store for the Moreton Bay penal settlement, making it a key part of Queensland's history.
  5. Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium5

    Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium

     Brisbane
  6. Museum of Brisbane6

    Museum of Brisbane

     Brisbane
    The Museum of Brisbane offers a comprehensive exploration of both contemporary and historic Brisbane, Australia. Visitors can engage with the city's culture and history through a variety of programs including art and social history exhibitions, workshops, talks, tours, and activities designed specifically for children. This wide range of offerings allows tourists to gain a deep understanding of Brisbane and its people.
  7. Brisbane Powerhouse7

    Brisbane Powerhouse

     Brisbane
  8. Boggo Road Gaol8

    Boggo Road Gaol

     Brisbane
    Boggo Road Gaol is the only remaining intact prison in Queensland that reflects the penological principles of the 19th century. This makes it a unique site for visitors interested in history and criminology, as it provides a tangible link to the past and a deeper understanding of the evolution of the penal system.
  9. Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts9

    Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts

     Brisbane
    A nonprofit art gallery that will impress you. They have unique expositions and you will be amused by them.
  10. Queens university of technology Art Museum10

    Queens university of technology Art Museum

     Brisbane
    A museum of Queensland University of Technology that shows contemporary art and works of their art students. You can see really young and unique art here.
  11. University of Queensland Anthropology Museum11

    University of Queensland Anthropology Museum

     Brisbane
    The University of Queensland Anthropology Museum, situated in Brisbane, Australia, is home to the largest university collection of ethnographic material culture in the country. This makes it a significant destination for those interested in anthropology and cultural studies.
  12. Macarthur Museum12

    Macarthur Museum

     Brisbane
    MacArthur Chambers, located at 229 Queen Street in Brisbane, is a heritage-listed former office building. It was designed by Francis Richard Hall and constructed from 1931 to 1934 by George Alexander Stronach. This historical building is a significant part of Brisbane's architectural landscape.
  13. UQ Art Museum13

    UQ Art Museum

     Brisbane
    The University of Queensland Art Museum is located in the James and Mary Emelia Mayne Centre at the St Lucia campus of the University of Queensland. It serves as the university's art museum and public gallery, showcasing a variety of art pieces and exhibitions.
  14. 14

    Fireworks Gallery

     Brisbane
    A gallery of contemporary art. Its expositions are focused on modern Australian and Aboriginal art. Those who like modern art have to visit this place.
  15. SparkLab Queensland Museum15

    SparkLab Queensland Museum

     Brisbane
  16. University of Queensland Physics Museum16

    University of Queensland Physics Museum

     Brisbane
  17. University of Queensland R.D. Milns Antiquities Museum17

    University of Queensland R.D. Milns Antiquities Museum

     Brisbane
  18. University of Queensland Geology Museum18

    University of Queensland Geology Museum

     Brisbane
  19. The Diamantina Health Care Museum19

    The Diamantina Health Care Museum

     Brisbane
    The Diamantina Health Care Museum, located at Cornwall Street in Woolloongabba, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, is a heritage-listed site. It was formerly known as the Dispenser's House of Diamantina Hospital. This historical building offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the evolution of health care in the region.
  20. Brisbane Tramway Museum20

    Brisbane Tramway Museum

     Brisbane
    The Brisbane Tramway Museum is a transport museum in Australia that has managed to preserve a collection of trams and trolleybuses. These vehicles were primarily operational in Brisbane from the years 1897 to 1969. This collection provides a unique insight into the transportation history of Brisbane and Australia as a whole.

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