South Bank Travel Guide
Brisbane





Visit South Bank
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
You can make plans for a show at Queensland Performing Arts Centre on your trip to Brisbane. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Gallery of Modern Art
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Gallery of Modern Art during your travels in Brisbane. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Wheel of Brisbane
Enjoy a stop at Wheel of Brisbane, an entertaining place to visit in Brisbane. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.

Queensland Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Queensland Museum in Brisbane. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Streets Beach
Enjoy an outing to Streets Beach during your stay in Brisbane. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in South Bank

Rydges South Bank
Kind and helpful staff
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Novotel Brisbane South Bank Hotel
Clean, spacious, comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Hotel Diana South Brisbane
Everything was perfect except I couldn’t work the clothes dryer no complaints from me will stay again
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Brisbane South Bank
The staff were welcoming from the time we arrived, and very accommodating when we had to unexpectedly stay extra days. All staff were professional, polite and friendly. .
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Emporium Hotel South Bank
Really lovely, large room. Wonderful, friendly, helpful staff. Our only concern was that the pool area had such limited seating that we weren’t able to use the pool at all. All seats were taken (only about 15 chairs) by 8:30 AM and were occupied all day.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Mantra South Bank Brisbane
Everything was great except we could not cook the room down enough so had trouble sleeping.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Bank

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 Conservatorium while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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.

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.

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 Brisbane Customs House.

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.

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.
