South Brisbane Travel Guide
Brisbane
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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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal
Moreton Island: Tangalooma Day Trip with ATV Quad Bike Tour
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Top hotels in South Brisbane
Rydges South Bank
Clean everything
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Brisbane South Bank
Lovely staff. Old tired rooms , loud noisy air conditioning and lots of road noise. The view as we opened or doe to leave each morning was not pleasant, cleaning equipment rubbish piled onto trolleys. Third stay wand we won’t be back.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Novotel Brisbane South Bank Hotel
Went for magic weekend Staff friendly room clean everything in Brisbane is over priced so fair enough Novotel charging this rate Hotel very good place to stay for events on Southbank Our 5th time at this hotel Absolutely no issues
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Emporium Hotel South Bank
Rooms were excellent, staff were very helpful and rooftop facilities were brilliant. Heated pool, sauna, steam room, cold plunge and gym.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Morgan Suites
Staff was great to deal with Room was great
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Diana South Brisbane
I enjoyed my stay in a spacious and comfortable exceptionally clean studio room. The staff were lovely and everything about the stay was seamless.
Reviewed on 17 May 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 West End Ferry Terminal.
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 Anzac Square.
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.
