Scenic Drives in and around Brisbane

In Brisbane there are plenty of long and winding roads that provide the ideal environment for a relaxing scenic drive. It's definitely something that will bring out the 'Sunday Driver' in all of us. So drive carefully and take the time to enjoy the scenery whilst escaping the clutches of the city.

Some of the more prominent scenic driving experiences are outlined below to give you a taste of what to expect:

Mt Nebo Road

This drive winds through a beautiful eucalypt forest fringing the Brisbane Forest Park and continues through the Mt Nebo Township and on to Mt Glorious. Along the way you'll encounter various lookouts so why not get out, have a stretch and soak in the serenity!

The Northbrook Parkway

The Northbrook Parkway drive continues through Mt Glorious and links the Brisbane Forest Park with the eastern shore of Lake Wivenhoe.

Sir Samuel Griffith Drive

The Samuel Griffith Drive utilises the close positioning of Mt Coot-tha to Brisbane City. This enables a beautiful city view by day and a colourful cityscape by night.

D'Aguilar Range

If you're up for a drive with a bit of diversity then the D'Aguilar Range drive goes from rainforest to farmlands within the Brisbane Valley. This drive is definitely a unique experience.

Use www.whereis.com.au for driving directions if you're not sure where to go.