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Brisbane
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Brisbane's combination of year long sunny weather, man made tourist attractions and pristine beaches attracts people from all walks of life all year round. Many of the tourist attractions are easily accessible to the car hire visitor with most providing ample parking.

Many landmarks and monuments in Brisbane are worth visiting if you are new to the city. These include the Story Bridge, which offers bridge climbing adventures both in the morning and evening. The recently renovated St. Stephen's Cathedral is contructed in the neo-Gothic style and is a popular place of worship; and the University of Queensland which was founded in 1909 and has extensively landscaped grounds which runs along the banks of the Brisbane river. All of these landmarks are perfect destinations for the car hire Sydney visitors who finds themselves in Brisbane.

Brisbane's museums and art galleries in the city centre are popular attractions for the cultured traveler. These provide interesting exhibits relating to the cultural and natural history of the city and also provide many other exhibitions on a range of topics. Most are conveniently located in central locations making them ideal destinations for car rental travelers.

Some of the noteworthy museums and art galleries in Brisbane include

• the Anthropology Museum. Located on the University of Queensland campus in the western suburbs Brisbane this attraction contains a variety of educational and informative displays which give an insight into the local history. The museum is only a short 15 minute drive in your car hire Sydney vehicle from the city centre.
  
  
• the Queensland Museum. One of the largest museums of its kind in the Queensland area it contains a huge range of information on the natural history of the region.
  
  
• the Queensland Maritime Museum. This attraction was built in celebration of Queensland's extensive maritime and nautical heritage. Being so close to the coast and set upon the banks of the river, the cit of Brisbane is the perfect launch point for a wide range of water based recreation.
  
  
• the Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology. With a wide range of historic items from around the world. Located north of Brisbane, you will have no trouble finding it in your car hire vehicle.
  
  
• the Institute of Modern Art (IMA) features an impressive collection of contemporary paintings, sculptures, and other artworks. Conveniently located in the Valley precinct in central Brisbane the area provides ample parking and dining options for the car rental visitor; and
  
  
• the Queensland Art Gallery is a must see destination for its collection of both modern and classical paintings. If you haven't seen any authentic Aboriginal art then make sure you visit the gallery for a taste.
  
  
• the Tribal Gallery. Born out of an ambition to bring Australian Indigenous Artwork to the public it supports and creates opportunities for the indigenous people. It contains a collection of exclusively Australian Indigenous Art work and crafts and represents a diverse mix of both established and emerging Aboriginal artists.
  
  
• the Museum of Brisbane. This social history museum is also a visual arts gallery and was created by passionate people aiming to inspire others about life in Brisbane. Exhibits explore the people, places and stories of Brisbane that shine a light on the city's past and present.

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