Florence's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Discover an incredible collection this winter. 15 min via direct bus.
EUROPEAN MASTERPIECES
FROM THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART, NEW YORK
12 JUN 2021 – 17 OCT 2021
GOMA | GALLERY 1.1 THE FAIRFAX GALLERY, GALLERY 1.2, GALLERY 1.3 ERIC & MARION TAYLOR GALLERY | TICKETED
Spanning 500 years, ‘European Masterpieces from The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York’ offers a breath-taking journey from the 1420s and emerging Renaissance to conclude at the height of early twentieth century post-impressionism. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity also allows visitors to experience works by painters such as Rembrandt, Rubens, Turner, Degas, Renoir, Cézanne, and Monet, direct from The Met’s collection – one of the finest collections of European painting in the world, the majority of which rarely leave permanent display in New York.
Highlights of the exhibition include Fra Angelico’s finely painted altarpiece The Crucifixion c. 1420–23; Titian’s poetic Venus and Adonis of the 1550s; the immediacy and drama of Caravaggio’s The Musicians 1597; Rembrandt’s painterly Flora of c.1654; Vermeer’s beautifully observed Allegory of the Catholic Faith c.1670-72, and van Gogh’s idyllic The Flowering Orchard 1888His winter.
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Gallery of Modern Art
Stanley PlaceDiscover an incredible collection this winter. 15 min via direct bus.
EUROPEAN MASTERPIECES
FROM THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART, NEW YORK
12 JUN 2021 – 17 OCT 2021
GOMA | GALLERY 1.1 THE FAIRFAX GALLERY, GALLERY 1.2, GALLERY 1.3 ERIC & MARION TAYLOR GALLERY | TICKETED
Spanning 500 years, ‘European Masterpieces from The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York’ offers a breath-taking journey from the 1420s and emerging Renaissance to conclude at the height of early twentieth century post-impressionism. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity also allows visitors to experience works by painters such as Rembrandt, Rubens, Turner, Degas, Renoir, Cézanne, and Monet, direct from The Met’s collection – one of the finest collections of European painting in the world, the majority of which rarely leave permanent display in New York.
Highlights of the exhibition include Fra Angelico’s finely painted altarpiece The Crucifixion c. 1420–23; Titian’s poetic Venus and Adonis of the 1550s; the immediacy and drama of Caravaggio’s The Musicians 1597; Rembrandt’s painterly Flora of c.1654; Vermeer’s beautifully observed Allegory of the Catholic Faith c.1670-72, and van Gogh’s idyllic The Flowering Orchard 1888His winter.
Empire Revival
167 Latrobe TerraceThis iconic antique store is full on wonders and a local favourite
Highest view point in the area, start of great bush walks and with a lovely cafe.
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Mount Coot-Tha
Highest view point in the area, start of great bush walks and with a lovely cafe.
You can easily get to the stadium for a game or a concert: 20 min walk (2.2km) or an easy bus ride. On game night, the council offers a free bus service along Latrobe terrace (the bus says Suncorp Stadium on the front).
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桑科普體育場
40 Castlemaine StYou can easily get to the stadium for a game or a concert: 20 min walk (2.2km) or an easy bus ride. On game night, the council offers a free bus service along Latrobe terrace (the bus says Suncorp Stadium on the front).
We love the art selection offered and the vibe of the place on opening nights. Brett and Olivia are great members of our community.
Lethbridge Gallery
136 Latrobe TerraceWe love the art selection offered and the vibe of the place on opening nights. Brett and Olivia are great members of our community.
Enjoy a sunset wine or a picnic with stunning city views, 70 m from home up the hill! This place used to be the end of the tramway line.
Trammies Corner
Enjoy a sunset wine or a picnic with stunning city views, 70 m from home up the hill! This place used to be the end of the tramway line.
A wonderful Koala and wildlife sanctuary, perfect to see Australian wildlife, feed kangaroos and cuddle koalas.
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龍柏考拉保護區
708 Jesmond RdA wonderful Koala and wildlife sanctuary, perfect to see Australian wildlife, feed kangaroos and cuddle koalas.
New releases and Arthouse films in an intimate space with drinks and pizza served during screening
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Blue Room Cinebar
151 Baroona RoadNew releases and Arthouse films in an intimate space with drinks and pizza served during screening
Chris will give you 10% of your next book purchase when coming from Florence’s Airbnb! Chris is also a nature lover and can discuss tips on birdwatching in the area.
Little Bird Bookshop
2 Latrobe TerraceChris will give you 10% of your next book purchase when coming from Florence’s Airbnb! Chris is also a nature lover and can discuss tips on birdwatching in the area.
弗魯公園
Frew StreetAward winning playground
Neighbourhoods
A historic street where Brisbane’s tram line used to be. Part of Brisbane’s heritage trail. Home to cafes, restaurants and boutiques. With stunning views and trees in bloom all year round. Perfect for a stroll day and night.
Latrobe Terrace
Latrobe TerraceA historic street where Brisbane’s tram line used to be. Part of Brisbane’s heritage trail. Home to cafes, restaurants and boutiques. With stunning views and trees in bloom all year round. Perfect for a stroll day and night.
Exclusive inner Brisbane neighbourhood with wine bar, gourmet deli, restaurants, Blue Room Cinebar and artisan gelato.
Baroona Road
Baroona RoadExclusive inner Brisbane neighbourhood with wine bar, gourmet deli, restaurants, Blue Room Cinebar and artisan gelato.
Ed has been my hairdresser for years, she is wonderful. Enjoy a glass of bubbles in her delightful salon. Ed will give you 10% off if you come form Flo’s Airbnb.
Ed Hope Hair
98 Latrobe TerraceEd has been my hairdresser for years, she is wonderful. Enjoy a glass of bubbles in her delightful salon. Ed will give you 10% off if you come form Flo’s Airbnb.
Food scene
Best croissants in the area - from a French woman so this is a big call ;-)They also have a lovely deck with views at the back of the shop, which I love.
Sheets on the Line
139 Latrobe TerraceBest croissants in the area - from a French woman so this is a big call ;-)They also have a lovely deck with views at the back of the shop, which I love.
On 2 levels, this shopping centre offers all the essentials with a Woolworth supermarket at the bottom of the escalator. You will also find a pharmacy, newsagent, doctor’s surgery, bottle shop, restaurants and post office. At the front on Latrobe terrace is the bus stop with the 375, 385 and 61. Bus stop on the post office side goes to the City and South Brisbane. Cross the road to go to Bardon and Ashgrove.
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Woolworths Paddington
107 Latrobe TerraceOn 2 levels, this shopping centre offers all the essentials with a Woolworth supermarket at the bottom of the escalator. You will also find a pharmacy, newsagent, doctor’s surgery, bottle shop, restaurants and post office. At the front on Latrobe terrace is the bus stop with the 375, 385 and 61. Bus stop on the post office side goes to the City and South Brisbane. Cross the road to go to Bardon and Ashgrove.
remy's
106 Latrobe TerraceOur local favourite for great burgers and a lovely deck to enjoy a sunset drink
This is the closest restaurant and take-away from home (100m up Prince st) and the Thai options are delicious. Next is a bottle shop and an Indian option which is also good.
Spicy I'm Thai on paddington
147 Latrobe TerraceThis is the closest restaurant and take-away from home (100m up Prince st) and the Thai options are delicious. Next is a bottle shop and an Indian option which is also good.
Blackout Paddington
173 Latrobe TerraceThe closest gourmet coffee take-away option - 70m from home up the hill!
城市觀光建議
周邊交通資訊
Getting around Paddington
Beside walking, buses are the easiest mode of transport in Paddington. All buses options are listed in the “direction” section of this listing.