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The Gap

Queensland, Australia · Oceania

About The Gap

The Gap is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Enoggera, 10km from Story Bridge.

The Gap is a town located in Queensland, Australia. With a population of 16,371, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, The Gap sits in Australia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Australia/Brisbane time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add The Gap to your route.

About The Gap

The Gap is a north-western suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, The Gap had a population of 17,318 people.

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What are the best things to do in The Gap?

The Gap offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is The Gap located?

The Gap is located in Queensland, Australia, Oceania. The coordinates are -27.4419 latitude, 152.9386 longitude.

What is the population of The Gap?

The Gap has a population of approximately 16,371 people, making it a town in Australia.

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Quick Information

Population
16,371
Continent
Oceania
Country
Australia
Region
Queensland
Timezone
Australia/Brisbane
Coordinates
-27.4419, 152.9386

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Australia

Police
000
Ambulance
000
Fire
000
Non-emergency police
131 444
Driving side
left

112 works from mobiles. Distances between fuel stops in the outback can exceed 200 km: plan ahead. Wildlife is most active at dawn/dusk.

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Worth the detour from The Gap

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

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Story Bridge

Brisbane's heritage-listed 1940 steel cantilever bridge over the Brisbane River, drivable on the Bradfield Highway and climbable on guided ascents for skyline views.

10 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Dreamworld

Australia's largest theme park on the Gold Coast with thrill rides, wildlife encounters, and family attractions.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near The Gap

  • Right hereStory BridgeBrisbane's heritage-listed 1940 steel cantilever bridge over the Brisbane River, drivable on the Bradfield Highway and climbable on guided ascents for skyline views.
  • 62 kmGlass House Mountains LookoutElevated lookout on the Sunshine Coast hinterland tourist drive, giving a panorama of the volcanic plugs named by James Cook in 1770.
  • 78 kmSurfers Paradise Street CircuitA Gold Coast street circuit running along the beachfront and through the high-rise canyon of Surfers Paradise, host of Indycar and now Supercars. Ordinary beach-town streets off-season.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near The Gap.

Keperra

🇦🇺 Australia

3 km awayPop. 6,735

Upper Kedron

🇦🇺 Australia

3 km awayPop. 4,089

Enoggera

🇦🇺 Australia

4 km awayPop. 5,133

Mitchelton

🇦🇺 Australia

4 km awayPop. 8,387

Bardon

🇦🇺 Australia

5 km awayPop. 9,231

Ferny Grove

🇦🇺 Australia

5 km awayPop. 5,677

Ferny Hills

🇦🇺 Australia

5 km awayPop. 8,563

Gaythorne

🇦🇺 Australia

5 km awayPop. 2,906

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