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The British & Irish Lions Tour 2025

The Lions are coming! 

The British and Irish Lions are returning to Australia in 2025 with the highly anticipated and popular festival of rugby.

Playing nine games across six Australian cities, including Brisbane, and it's not just the excitement on the pitch that matters. 

Turn your British & Irish Lions Rugby tour into the ultimate Queensland adventure, ensuring your journey is as epic as the matches themselves.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 08:  Anthony Fainga'a of the Reds passes the ball during the match between the Queensland Reds and the British & Irish Lions at Suncorp Stadium on June 8, 2013 in Brisbane, Australia.  (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

Your guide to the British & Irish Lions tour in Brisbane

Whether you’re a die-hard rugby fan or just here for the electric atmosphere, this is the place to be. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your time in Brisbane.

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Play on in Queensland

While in Brisbane, relax, recharge and get outdoors among the riverside walkways, alfresco bars and restaurants, and adjacent islands.

For an iconic experience, dive into the crystal-clear waters off the coast of Cairns for an extraordinary underwater introduction to The Great Barrier Reef, giving you a front-row seat to the kaleidoscopic marine life and coral that inhabits this natural wonder.

Adventure-seekers can get their adrenaline pumping with a trip to the Gold Coast to surf at the endless beaches or enjoy a thrill at world-class theme parks. Alternatively, explore the rugged landscapes of K’gari, the world's largest sand island, with its unique blend of pristine beaches, freshwater lakes, and ancient rainforests.

For relaxation, the 74 islands of The Whitsundays provide a tropical paradise to catch some R&R and visit the award-winning Whitehaven Beach.

About The British & Lions Tour 2025

Combining the best players from England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland, The British & Irish Lions tour every four years, rotating between Australia, New Zealand and South Africa - meaning the Lions only visit Australia every 12 years! Make sure to mark the below dates in your calendar to plan an iconic Queensland holiday:

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