South Brisbane Travel Guide
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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.
Queensland Art Gallery
Admire Aboriginal paintings, colonial-era landscapes and works from across Europe and America at Queensland’s leading, and free, traditional art gallery.
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)
From Brisbane: Gold Coast Day Tour with Lunch
Brisbane: Sightseeing River Cruise with Morning Tea
Top hotels in South Brisbane
Rydges South Bank
No balcony..
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Brisbane South Bank
Nice
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Novotel Brisbane South Bank Hotel
Would prefer to park on site especially when travelling 6hrs which sees me arrive in the dark & often on my own. Recognize that parking facilities are limited with a full house.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Emporium Hotel South Bank
Horrendous, stained, torn carpeting throughout. Five star hotel but the carpet is gross.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Ivy and Eve Apartments by CLLIX
Amazing views over Southbank, really comfy beds. Easy access to lots of restaurants.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Riverside Hotel Southbank
Helpful, polite staff; a clean room; and amenities such as free parking and wi-fi -- plus a pool and restaurant -- made this a nice stay. Less than a 10-minute walk from the convention centre where our event was, Riverside worked out well for us. The only thing that was difficult was that there were ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
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 Dockside Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.
