Petrie Terrace Travel Guide
Brisbane
Visit Petrie Terrace
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.
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.
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.
Treasury Building
A magnificent 19th-century building and riverside jewel that is now host to one of Queensland’s biggest casinos and entertainment precincts.
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.
Roma Street Parkland
Stroll through this inner-city oasis with lake, subtropical flowers, native plants, public art and water features.
Things to do
Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour
Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
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 Petrie Terrace
The Beetson Hotel
The rooms are good, but the parking facilities are lacking and poorly organised. This will be an issue for people with luggage if you have to go offsite to park and it's at a higher cost.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Lovely room. Great location. Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX
It was great overall.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
Royal On The Park
Lovely lobby and great location. Super helpful reception staff. Every time we spoke to them they could not have been any more helpful. Bar staff however so rude! Absolutely appalling service. We were given two free drinks vouchers and he seemed grumpy we wanted to redeem them. Only 1 house white ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
InterContinental Brisbane by IHG
All of the staff were really friendly that I spoke to & they also checked in throughout my stay to see if there was anything else I needed. The hotel is centrally located in the CBD and was easy to get to. Inside the room felt spacious, it was clean & the fridge had room to put things in. The pool ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Petrie Terrace
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.
Spring Hill
You'll love the popular shops in Spring Hill, and you might want to stick around to check out Old Windmill & Observatory, a top place to visit.
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.
South Brisbane
South Brisbane is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Queensland Performing Arts Centre or Queensland Museum and Sciencentre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Kangaroo Point
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Kangaroo Point. A stop by Dockside Ferry Terminal or Holman Street Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.
