We drove up to the top of the summit and down the other side. We stopped and saw the botanical gardens that had several local Australian birds and lots of different sections to wander around and explore. Then we drove up to the top and saw the views of the city. There is also a planetarium that we didn’t see. Plan to spend most of a day if you want to explore the area. There are also numerous hikes to do if you have the time to do that.

I had been to the lookout at summit of Mt Coot-Tha many times by car, so this time decided to walk to the top. Really, it was all too easy. Took the Summit Track from carpark at JC Slaughter Falls. It is less than 2 km to the top from there, and took about 35 minutes at a steady pace. The track is wide and mostly paved and drinking water fountains are available at regular intervals along the track. And then plenty cold drinks, ice cream etc when you reach the kiosk at the summit. Nothing spectacular to report, as you're walking through fairly nondescript eucalypt forest. Not unpleasant but not spectacular. Epic view over the city from the lookout of course, enhanced by the satisfaction of having walked up the track. Walk back to Slaughter carpark is straightforward.

The Views from the lookout were excellent as the weather was clear. information map unfortunately damaged by sun so couldn't see names of places. Restaurant was good, not too expensive. They did get flavours of milkshakes wrong, but altogether good.

Our tour group stopped here for about 20 minutes - which is about all you need to take some awesome pictures. On a clear day you just have the best view of all of Brisbane. It is rather crowded with lots of people taking pictures and getting in the way, so you have to be patient for people to move out of your sight. There are decent bathrooms and a little cafe. The best part is that there is free wi fi here and all around the city.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Mt Coot-tha Summit Lookout with my family, and it was a delightful experience from start to finish. The lookout offers breathtaking panoramic views of Brisbane that are not to be missed. It's the perfect backdrop for family photos and a serene spot to soak in the beauty of nature

A beautiful area of natural beauty with opportunities to see the city of Brisbane from afar. We got the bus from Brisbane CBD to the Botanic Gardens which was around 30 mins and only $1 return with a go card. The walk between the botanic gardens and the lookout took around 50 minutes in the heat and has an incline on the way to the summit. Some level of fitness required and may be unsuitable for some as multiple sets of steps. The cafe was reasonably priced considering the location and ice cream was very well received after the walk in the heat! There are multiple walks around the summit and a bus that travels between the botanic gardens and lookout. I would definitely recommend for those looking for an escape from the city!