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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour
Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
3 Day Ticket Dreamworld, WhiteWater World & SkyPoint
Moreton Island: Tangalooma Day Trip with ATV Quad Bike Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Top hotels in South Brisbane
Rydges South Bank
Beautiful Spacious King Suite. The Bed was Super Comfortable.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Novotel Brisbane South Bank Hotel
very typical modern hotel with a twist, whoever the designer / architect / consultants were that came up with the design for the bathrooms needs a good kick up the behind & fed to the sharks. why would anyone think that retractable walls, a glass sliding door that can only cover either the WC or ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Brisbane South Bank
Perfect location for the Gabba and Southbank. Very helpful staff and room was very good too.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Riverside Hotel Southbank
Stayed 3 nights, beds made everyday but not replenished soap
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Emporium Hotel South Bank
Fabulous stay - love the location, the vibe and the room. Take your bathers - Infinity pool is worth a dip.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel Diana South Brisbane
Great location. Friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 7 Dec 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 The Catchment Brewing Co..
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 Wheel of Brisbane 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 Brisbane Customs House and Waterfront Brisbane.
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.
