Family-Friendly Brisbane- The Best Activities with Kids Near Cosmo Apartment Hotel
24 Sep 2025Splash, Play & Picnic at South Bank
Just a few minutes from Milton, South Bank is Brisbane’s family playground. Kids can cool off at Streets Beach, Australia’s only inner-city man-made beach complete with a lagoon and lifeguards. Pack a picnic or grab takeaway from one of the many cafés lining the parklands. Don’t miss the Riverside Green Playground – a huge adventure space featuring climbing walls, slides and plenty of shade for parents to relax.
Wildlife Encounters at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Take a short drive or enjoy a scenic Koala and River Cruise to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, the world’s largest koala sanctuary. Children can meet a koala, hand-feed kangaroos and discover wombats, platypuses and even crocodiles. Daily presentations keep little explorers engaged while teaching them about Australia’s unique wildlife.
Hands-On Learning at Museums
Fuel curious minds with a visit to Queensland Museum and Sciencentre at South Brisbane, where interactive exhibits, dinosaur displays and science shows make learning fun. Older kids will love the SparkLab Sciencentre for its hands-on experiments, while younger children can explore the museum’s Discovery Centre filled with touch-and-feel displays.
Outdoor Adventures at Roma Street Parkland
Just a short stroll from the CBD, Roma Street Parkland is perfect for burning off energy. Families can wander the themed gardens, feed the ducks at the lake or hop aboard the Parkland Explorer mini train (weekends only) for a guided ride. There are several playgrounds and wide open lawns ideal for games and picnics.
Family Bites: Where to Eat
Hungry after all that exploring? Milton and neighbouring suburbs have plenty of family-friendly dining options. Arrivederci Pizzeria on Park Road is famous for its metre-long pizzas, perfect for sharing. Mrs Luu’s Vietnamese Canteen offers quick, fresh and affordable Asian-inspired bites, while Milton Markets (Sundays) feature an array of kid-approved treats like fresh bagels, smoothies and desserts.
Easy Day Trips
If you have more time, consider a short drive to Mount Coot-tha Botanic Gardens, where kids can explore themed gardens, spot turtles in the ponds and enjoy sweeping city views from the summit lookout. Alternatively, head to Brisbane City Botanic Gardens for riverside bike paths, shaded playgrounds and a calm escape from the bustle.
Stay & Play
With spacious apartments, a pool for cooling off and a location close to parks, markets and attractions, Cosmo Apartment Hotel makes the perfect base for your Brisbane family adventure. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a week, you’ll find plenty of ways to keep kids (and parents!) happy right on our doorstep.