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Best Things to do in Red Hill

The charming historic inner Brisbane suburb of Red Hill, with its tin-roofed Queenslanders, steep windy streets and sweeping views is well worth checking out for the many hidden gems tucked away in its leafy locale. At its highest point of Waterworks Rd stands St Brigid's church, which was built in 1912, its striking design by Robin Dods inspired by the 15th century French Albi Cathedral.

From chocolate boutiques, French-style bistro and bagel bakeries to quaint cafes, art house cinema in an historic skate centre, book shop, one of Brisbane's largest op shops, a gallery and gorgeous parks, here are some of the best things to do and check out in Red Hill:

Le Coin Bistro
Le Coin Bistro Red Hill
A charming French corner bistro can be found in the 1920's precinct of Red Hill's Enoggera Tce
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Little Red Bakery
A popular brunch spot in Red Hill has just relaunched as a bakery/cafe offering fresh baked treats like flaky croissants & fruit danishes
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Scrumptious Reads
Scrumptious Reads in Red Hill is not only a cute suburban book nook, it’s also an event space and a private dining room.
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Red Hill Salvos
Red Hill Salvos Op Shop, Red Hill
Located in a back street in a leafy suburb, this comprehensive op shop is one of the largest around Brisbane
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Couverture & Co
Couverture & Co, Red Hill
Nestled in the historic line-up of shops opposite the Red Hill Cinemas is this heavenly little chocolate boutique
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Gramps Cafe
Gramps Café Red Hill
Gramps Café is a cool, corner café housed in an old weather board clad cottage in the leafy suburb of Red Hill
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Botanica
Botanica Red Hill
Gourmet providore, real foods peddler, new age takeaway or substitute home-baking Gran to the westside's time poor residents
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Steam Train Espresso
Steam Train Espresso, Smoothie and Juice Bar Red Hill
Steam Train Espresso is on the fast track to be a favourite with Red Hill locals and passers-by.
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Colle Rosso
Colle Rosso, Red Hill, Italian, restaurant, Brisbane
Rome meets Sardinia in Colle Rosso, the classic homey Italian trattoria everyone wishes they had in their neighbourhood
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Red Hill Gallery
Red Hill Gallery
Red Hill Gallery is one of Brisbane’s most esteemed commercial galleries, which boasts an impressive stable of leading Australian artists
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Woolcock Park
Kids playground inside Woolcock Park in Red Hill
A peaceful family friendly park nestled in a green hollow on the Ithaca Creek bike route, this is especially suited to those with small children and not just because there are no nearby traffic temptations.
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Red Hill Cinemas
Red Hill Cinemas Red Hill
Red Hill Cinemas have risen from the ashes of the old Red Hill skate arena and the original picture theatre on that site
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La Vosh Patisserie
Cakes and patisseries inside counter of La Vosh Patisserie in Red Hill
One of Brisbane’s bakery gems, serving up fresh New York bagels, Jewish Challah bread (Fridays), gelato, petits fours, brioche & pies
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Bancroft Park
Playground equipment in Bancroft Park Red Hill
This is one of a handful of parks where children and dogs can happily co-exist as they run free under the watchful eye of their owners.
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No No's Lebanese Food
Woman at counter of No No's Lebanese in Red Hill
A colourful and basic Lebanese eatery that has been on this bend of Waterworks Road since time immemorial
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One Eighty Six Espresso Bar
One Eighty Six Espresso Bar, Red Hill
One Eighty Six Espresso Bar is a beautiful, character-filled coffee nook in Red Hill serving locally-roasted coffee
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Alfred & Ivy
Alfred & Ivy

A treasure trove of homewares and gifts from around the world nestled in half a colonial shop

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Simply For Strings
Old church building housing Simply for Strings Red Hill
Ensconced in the original 1885 Ithaca Shire Presbyterian church atop a ridge is this simply beautiful violin shop with spectacular city views.
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Red Hill To Newmarket
Red Hill Newmarket Walk
This 6-7km return trail cuts a green swathe through the inner west and north, taking in wooded glades, parklands
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Looking to discover more hidden gems of Brisbane, check out our Guide to Brisbane Suburbs HERE! Happy exploring!

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