Escape to Brisbane's bayside and experience the region on two legs, two wheels or in a boat. Enjoy alfresco dining overlooking the Bay, hand feed wild dolphins on Moreton Island or cycle along the foreshore.
How to get there
Moreton Bay is around 20 to 30 minutes east from downtown Brisbane. For Wynnum, Manly or Moreton Island, head east from the City along Wynnum Road. For Sandgate, head north from the City on Sandgate Road.
Bayside destinations on the mainland are well-served by public transport. Visit TransLink or phone TransInfo on 13 12 30 for timetables and ticketing information.
What to do
- explore Brisbane's foreshore by driving the Moreton Bay Tourist Drive - follow the brown and white dugong signs
- discover the Ramsar-protected Boondall Wetlands, Bicentennial Road, Boondall Tel: 07 3865 5187
- visit Moreton Island - swim, snorkel, sand toboggan, camp, surf, fish or feed the dolphins
- pick your esplanade along any of the foreshore villages to walk or cycle
- sail or cruise Moreton Bay - board one of the boats leaving daily from Manly Harbour
Where to stay
- 4 star B&B: Naracoopa Bed and Breakfast. 99 Yundah Street, Shorncliffe. Tel: 07 3269 2334
- 4 star: Pelicans Nestle Inn. 139-141 The Esplanade, Wynnum. Tel: 07 3396 3214
- 3 and a half star: The Manly Hotel. 54 Cambridge Parade, Manly. Tel: 07 3249 5999
- 4 star: The Weekender. 475 Royal Esplanade, Manly. Tel: 07 3893 1936
Where to eat and drink
- Shelley Inn. 62 Allpass Parade, Shorncliffe. Tel: 07 3269 7154. Tuesday to Friday 9am to8pm, Saturday and Sunday 7:30am to-8pm. Alfresco style fish and chips overlooking the Bay
- A chilled beer and tasty meal at the Full Moon Hotel. 118 Eagle Terrace, Sandgate. Tel: 07 3869 0544 Sunday to Thursday 10am to 11pm, Friday and Saturday 10am to 1am
- Great fish all day at the Fish Café. Esplanade (Cnr Cambridge Parade), Manly. Tel: 07 3893 0195 Sunday to Monday 8am to 8:30pm, Tuesday to Saturday 8:00am to 9:30pm
- Indulge in a steak or famous seafood platter while listening to a live band at the Wynnum Point Hotel. 32 Glenora Street, Wynnum. Tel: 07 3396 1404. Open 7 days 10am until late
- Beach Café at Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort, Moreton Island. Enjoy an early dinner while watching the sun set over the Bay
What to take home
- photograph one of the many historic buildings that line Sandgate's streets
- see how many birds you can identify in the Birds of Boondall Wetlands booklet available from the Environment Centre
- visit the art gallery on Cambridge Parade, Manly and purchase one of the many pieces from local artists
- buy a local handmade gift from the Manly Creative Markets, held on the foreshore each Sunday
- purchase a toy dolphin after you have fed the real ones from Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort
More information
For full listings of accommodation, restaurants and local attractions visit the Brisbane Moreton Bay and Islands and Manly Harbour Village websites.
