Things to Do
Iconic Neighborhoods
- South Bank - Home to Brisbane's famed skyline and Cultural Precinct, South Bank is full of museums, galleries, landmarks, and the best up-and-coming restaurants.
- Paddington - Looking for a more relaxed feel to Brisbane? Paddington is the place to go! There are tons of coffee shops and small boutiques where you could spend hours.
Hotels
Link Portside Wharf Apartment Hotel
Address: 47 Hercules St, Hamilton QLD 4007, Australia
Phone: +61 7 3630 1293
.1 miles to cruise terminal
Oaks Felix
Address: 26 Felix St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
Phone: +61 1300 663 619
4.4 miles to cruise terminal
Activities
- If adrenaline is what you want, try climbing up Queensland's biggest monument. Opened in 1940, the Story Bridge gives you the opportunity to climb it and get the best views of the city. If you're feeling extra brave, you can even abseil off.
- The Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art holds over 17,000 works ranging from international to national artists and contemporary to historical works. It proudly houses the Asia Pacific Triennial art series, which takes over the galleries every three years and attracted more than 600,000 visitors in 2015-2016.
Family Friendly
- The South Bank Parklands is the ultimate destination for leisure in nature. There is a man-made street beach and a pool to cool off from the heat, both are free. Among the extensive parks, there are amazing spots with a view perfect for a picnic. Plus, walking and cycling tracks all over the city to get some fresh air.
- Meet over 100 koalas at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. You can actually carry one and take a picture with the furry national icon. You can also watch over 100 other species native to Australia.
Sports
Australian Football
Brisbane Lions
The Gabba: Vulture St, Woolloongabba QLD 4102, Australia
Cricket
Brisbane Heat
The Gabba: Vulture St, Woolloongabba QLD 4102, Australia