McDowall 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 family-friendly 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
Treasury Building is just one of the places to see in Brisbane, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Meet the animals who live at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary during your trip to Brisbane. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Roma Street Parkland
Roma Street Parkland is just one of the places to see in Brisbane, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in McDowall
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Friendly and helpful staff and very clean and smart, too. And great location, also.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
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Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel
Small but adequate room Restaurant was good .Staff friendly and helpful Great location for short stays with connecting flights.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
The Star Grand Brisbane
Staff were so helpful. Loved our stay.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
Great location close to CBD. Room was bright & clean. Staff lovely. Only very minor complaint - not restocking tea/coffee/milk on 2nd day.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX
Central locationand high floor with a great view
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around McDowall
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.
Bowen Hills
Bowen Hills is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brisbane Showgrounds and Perry Park.
Hamilton
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Hamilton. A stop by Bretts Wharf Ferry Terminal or Portside Wharf might round out your trip.
Newstead
Travellers like the historical sites in Newstead, and Newstead House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Fortitude Valley
Fortitude Valley is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Fortitude Music Hall and Brunswick Street Mall while in 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.
