Hendra Travel Guide
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.

Queen Street Mall
Shop for books or fashion, grab a bite to eat in a restaurant or bar and watch street performers entertain the crowds along Brisbane’s central shopping district.

Brisbane Showgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Brisbane Showgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Brisbane. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

The Gabba
Catch an event at The Gabba during your trip to Brisbane. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Roma Street Parkland
Stroll through this inner-city oasis with lake, subtropical flowers, native plants, public art and water features.

Treasury Building
A magnificent 19th-century building and riverside jewel that is now host to one of Queensland’s biggest casinos and entertainment precincts.
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
Top hotels in Hendra

Ibis Budget Brisbane Airport
"The room was small but comfortable. The only problem I encountered was the noise of humming in room 107 which kept me awake most of the night:("
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Amora Hotel Brisbane
"Fantastic meal friendly and attentive wait staff made us feel relaxed after a late stressful flight."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
"Good location and comfortable bed. Unfortunately the shower was terrible with water spurting all over the place and low pressure. There was a large group staying at the hotel which resulted in long lift queues and constant noise in the hallways. Noise from pub below hotel was also pretty bad. Reported ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX
"Fantastic room 1 bed sky high city view. Very comfortable, great view. Staff incredibly pleasant and responsive. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Royal On The Park
"This was a really nice cosy hotel! The staff were polite friendly and very helpful! We enjoyed the bar with a pleasant choice of wines and the restaurant had good food and lovely friendly staff! Would def stay here again!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
"Was locked out of my room in the early hours of the morning because my keycard was not working, got moved to a different room after an hour of trying to unlock my first room, had to sleep in a room without my belongings, had more keycard issues trying to move my belongings between rooms"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hendra

Ascot
Unique features of Ascot include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Eagle Farm Racecourse or Doomben Racecourse while you're exploring the area.

Hamilton
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Hamilton. A stop by Portside Wharf or Eat Street Markets might round out your trip.

Bulimba
While there might not be top attractions in Bulimba, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Portside Wharf and Albion Park Raceway.

Newstead
Travellers like the historical sites in Newstead, and Newstead House is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bowen Hills
Bowen Hills is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brisbane Showgrounds and Perry Park.

Brisbane Airport
Travellers come to Brisbane Airport for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like DFO Brisbane and Moreton Bay while you're in town.



