Northgate 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
Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour
Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal
Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Top hotels in Northgate
Comfort Inn & Apartments Northgate Airport
"Ok for overnight , however , if I had known that there is a thin very steep set of stairs inside the door to manoeuvre you and your suitcase in just to get into the room I never would have booked here. There was approx (15 stairs) I was not able to lift my suitcase up them hubby had too. Also bathroom ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Amora Hotel Brisbane
"Restaurant chairs are in need of replacement or at least a deep clean with a lot of dirty marks. Carpet in the room was also looking a little worse for wear and could use some spot stain cleaning at least, especially if you've paid for a premier room. Staff were the stand-out for this hotel. Friendly, ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
"Clean room but too close to the pub. It’s hard to sleep well"
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 Northgate
Chermside
Unique features of Chermside include the shopping and coffee shops. Make a stop by Westfield Chermside or Chermside Waterpark while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
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.
Bowen Hills
Bowen Hills is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brisbane Showgrounds and Perry Park.
Newstead
Travellers like the historical sites in Newstead, and Newstead House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
