13 Fun Things to do in Milton, Brisbane
A Brisbane inner-city suburb along the Brisbane River, there are plenty of things to do in Milton, Queensland.
Known for Suncorp Stadium and XXXX Brewery, Milton is a small suburb close to Paddington, Brisbane City, and Toowong, and across the Brisbane River from South Brisbane and West End.
Though it is small, there are enough things to do in Milton to keep you busy day and night.
Keep reading to find the best things to do in Milton.
Things to do in Milton, Brisbane
Cheer on the Home Team
Attending a sporting event at Suncorp Stadium might be the most well-known thing to do in Milton.
Multiple types of sporting events take place at Suncorp Stadium, including rugby, soccer, and BMX.
The Brisbane Broncos, Brisbane Roar, and Queensland Reds play at Suncorp Stadium.
I have watched a Women’s World Cup game at Suncorp, but I have yet to attend a regular home game.
Tour a Brewery
The XXXX Brewery is located in Milton. The brewery offers a 90-minute tour, including the history of the brewery, and a guided beer tasting.
Book an XXXX Brewery Tour and Beer Tasting.
Browse the Milton Markets
Held every Sunday, the Milton Markets have food stalls, art stalls, live music, and activities for the kids.
My daughter and I strolled the Milton Markets, and they would be a fun place to visit on a cool day.
Pretend You are in Paris
Did you know there is a miniature Eiffel Tower in Milton? La Dolce Vida, an Italian restaurant in the Brisbane suburb of Milton, has a replica Eiffel Tower on the roof of their building.
La Dolce Vida is open for lunch and dinner daily, and they have live music on weekends.
Take the Kids to a Train-Themed Playground
Milton Park Playground has a train theme and is perfect for younger kids. The playground is fully fenced in, and there is a toilet nearby. Kids love playing on the train and pretending to work in the shops at Milton Park Playground.
There are swings and a hammock in addition to the train and slides.
The playground is located across the street from Frew Park and close to train tracks, so a train will likely pass by the playground during your visit.
Let the Big Kids Play Too
The Arena Playground at Frew Park has a large climbing wall, huge slides, and plenty of places to run and climb. Arena Playground is great for older kids, and the younger ones will enjoy it too.
In addition to a tennis center in Frew Park, there is a cafe, BBQs, and picnic tables.
Play Pool
Grown-ups like to play too, and Q-Masters make playing pool fun. Located near Suncorp Stadium, Q-Masters offers pool table rentals by the hour or day, and they also have pool tournaments.
Tour the Stadium
Visitors can take a tour of Suncorp Stadium on weekdays. Both private and group tours of Suncorp Stadium are available.
Attend a Polish Market
The Polish Club in Milton hosts market days each month. The club opens up, and there are stalls with delicious Polish treats and pantry items for visitors to purchase.
In addition to the market, The Polish Club has a restaurant where diners can enjoy pierogies, potato pancakes, and cabbage rolls. Bookings are essential, and the restaurant is open Tuesday-Saturday.
The markets aren’t the only event happening at The Polish Club in Milton. Check their schedule for concerts, game days, and festivals.
Lanie’s Top Tip: If you want a certain type of pierogi, get there early! The pierogies often sell out.
Walk the Milton Heritage Trail
Download a walking map through Milton and discover the history of Milton and the main points of interest in this small Brisbane suburb.
Pretend You are in Thailand
Enjoy a meal and pretend you are in Thailand at Tuk Tuk Restaurant and Bar, a Thai restaurant with a garden setting, with a Tuk Tuk that visitors can sit inside.
Tuk Tuk is open for lunch and dinner daily, and banquet meals are available.
Purchase a Good Book
One of Queensland’s longest-running independent bookshops, Mary Ryan’s is worth a stop to browse the books, find a gift, and enjoy a coffee.
See Your Favorite Band Perform
Suncorp Stadium isn’t only known for the sporting events; a lot of big-name musical artists play there. From Elton John to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Guns N’ Roses to Justin Bieber, there is a concert at Suncorp Stadium for every kind of music lover.
My daughter and I went to the Pink! concert at Suncorp Stadium.
Where to Eat in Milton
Yuzu and Co
For Contemporary Japanese food, try Yuzu and Co., open for lunch and dinner daily.
Options include sushimi tacos, wagyu truffle, and sesame tofu bowls. A minimum of 2 guests can order from 3 different chefs’ selection menus that include 5-7 courses.
Maple Fusion
If you are craving Chinese food, try Maple Fusion. Maple Fusion serves traditional northern Chinese cuisine during lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday.
Peking duck, grilled fish, and hot pot are just some of the options on the Maple Fusion menu.
La Stazione Pizzeria and Bar
For pizza, pasta, and other Italian favorites, try La Stazione Pizzeria and Bar.
One night each week, there is a pasta dinner special and a pizza dinner special for dine-in only.
Milton Common
Enjoy a beer with your meal at Milton Common, a brewery in Milton open for lunch and dinner Tuesday to Sunday.
The menu at Milton Common includes burgers, pizzas, and lots of share platters. There are plenty of vegan and gluten-free options.
Milton Common stays busy with trivia nights, art exhibits, yoga classes, and more. There is always something fun happening at Milton Common.
Accommodations in Milton, Brisbane
The Milton Brisbane, 4 Stars
Stay in a 1 or 2-bedroom apartment at The Milton Brisbane. The Milton Brisbane hotel has a swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, and sauna.
Central Cosmo Apartment Hotel, 4 Stars
Located in Milton, the Central Cosmo Apartment Hotel offers studios to 2-bedroom apartments. The rooms include kitchens, and there is also a restaurant on site.
More Brisbane Neighborhood Guides
- Paddington
- Brisbane City
- New Farm
- Newstead
- Teneriffe
- Bowen Hills
- Spring Hill
- Fortitude Valley
- Kangaroo Point
- West End
