South Brisbane Travel Guide
Brisbane
Visit South Brisbane
Popular places to visit
South Bank Parklands
After visiting South Bank Parklands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brisbane. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Queensland Performing Arts Centre
See a Broadway musical, enjoy a world-class opera or ballet performance or listen to a symphony at this state-of-the-art Brisbane venue with bars and restaurant.
Gallery of Modern Art
This free museum is one of Australia’s leading contemporary art galleries and a great place to visit with children.
Queensland Museum
Learn Queensland’s fascinating stories at this museum, which takes visitors on a whirlwind ride through the state’s past, present and future.
Wheel of Brisbane
Get a magnificent view over Brisbane and spot the city’s landmarks from this giant Ferris wheel in the middle of the South Bank Parklands.
State Library of Queensland
Enjoy modern architecture, delve into history, explore many literary genres or attend a concert or screening at this surprisingly eventful central Brisbane landmark.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
From Brisbane: Gold Coast Day Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in South Brisbane
Rydges South Bank
Clean room . Nice showers. Great staff.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Novotel Brisbane South Bank Hotel
Staff were helpful. Good Position. Easy walk to Suncorp Stadium.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hotel Diana South Brisbane
Good location. No view of southbank only back of hospitals. 10 mins walk up and down hills but easy to find way around. Room clean. Balcony large. Bed comfy, pillows great. Handy to have washing machine. Would stay again as a couple.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Emporium Hotel South Bank
Great comfortable room with all the amenities needed. My only complaint is on our checkout day we had access to the pool and shower rooms on the top floor. I was shocked that the doors to the toilet/shower room were ill fitting and you could see through the edges of the door, giving no privacy ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Mantra South Bank Brisbane
Room and entire hotel dated, very dirty and stinky hallways
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Brisbane One Apartments by CLLIX
lovely staff and building
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Brisbane
West End
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in West End. You might want to make time for a stop at Brisbane Brewing Co. or The Catchment Brewing Co..
South Bank
South Bank is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Streets Beach or Queensland Conservatorium while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Milton
Unique features of Milton include the river views and restaurants. Make a stop by XXXX Brewery or Suncorp Stadium while you're exploring the area.
Brisbane Central Business District
Are you interested in beautiful gardens, stunning river views and popular shops? A visit to Brisbane Central Business District might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like ANZAC Square War Memorial and Waterfront Brisbane.
Woolloongabba
Woolloongabba is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Gabba and Buranda Village while you're in town.
Kangaroo Point
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Kangaroo Point. A stop by Holman Street Ferry Terminal or Thornton Street Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.
