Brisbane Waterfront Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Eagle Street Pier
Eagle Street Pier which includes a city and a skyscraper as well as an individual female
Eagle Street Pier showing a city
Eagle Street Pier which includes a skyscraper, a city and a river or creek
Eagle Street Pier which includes cycling as well as an individual male

Popular places to visit

Brisbane Showgrounds

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.

Brisbane Showgrounds
The Gabba

The Gabba

Catch an event at The Gabba during your trip to Brisbane. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

The Gabba
Southbank Parklands which includes general coastal views, wild flowers and a city

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.

South Bank Parklands
Queen Street Mall

Queen Street Mall

Brisbane’s premier shopping destination houses bars, restaurants and shops of all descriptions in its 40,000 square metres of retail space.

Queen Street Mall
Treasury Casino which includes night scenes

Treasury Casino

A magnificent 19th-century building and riverside jewel that is now host to one of Queensland’s biggest casinos and entertainment precincts.

Treasury Casino
Roma Street Parkland which includes skyline, a fountain and a high-rise building

Roma Street Parkland

Escape to this inner-city oasis right in the heart of Brisbane.

Roma Street Parkland

Activities

Transparent Kayaking around Tangalooma Shipwrecks

Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

NZ$195
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Brisbane: Springbrook and Mt Tamborine Rainforest Day Tour

Brisbane: Springbrook and Mt Tamborine Glow Worm and Skywalk

NZ$245
per adult
Brisbane: Springbrook and Mt Tamborine Glow Worm and Skywalk
Bribie Island Day Trip From Brisbane

From Brisbane: Bribie Island Day Trip

NZ$271
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Brisbane: Bribie Island Day Trip
Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain

Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain

NZ$108
per adult
Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain
Stradbroke Isand Day Tour from Brisbane

Eco-Certified Stradbroke Island Tour – Full Day from Brisbane

NZ$191
per adult
Eco-Certified Stradbroke Island Tour – Full Day from Brisbane
Plough Inn Tavern

South Bank Combo Pass

NZ$117
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
South Bank Combo Pass
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Our pick of the best Brisbane Waterfront Hotel Deals

Amora Hotel Brisbane

Amora Hotel Brisbane

5 out of 5
200 Creek Street, Spring Hill, QLD
The price is NZ$203 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$203
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,139 reviews)
"Super friendly staff. The hotel was lovely and the room was clean. The beds are very comfortable and pillows were wonderful to sleep on. It was difficult to find the directions to drive up to the front door area to drop off with bags so we had to park on the road and walk the bags over. Hotel parking ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Amora Hotel Brisbane
The Star Grand Brisbane

The Star Grand Brisbane

5 out of 5
33 William Street, Brisbane, QLD
The price is NZ$341 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$341
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Suncorp Stadium and XXXX Brewery are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (239 reviews)
"The room was amazing and the location fabulous for a city stay close to everything. The room inclusions were a great extra touch. Trying to access the parking is tricky and very poorly signposted. The breakfast was disappointing and the fact I ordered gluten free being ceoliac and the served a meal ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

The Star Grand Brisbane
Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane

Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane

4 out of 5
826 Main St, Woolloongabba, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$193 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
NZ$193
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Suncorp Stadium and XXXX Brewery are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (179 reviews)
"Perfect location if going to the afl."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street

Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street

4 out of 5
40 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, QLD
The price is NZ$164 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$164
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,092 reviews)
"Some late night noise was a bit annoying. The views were amazing and the proximity to the river was awesome."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
Capri by Fraser, Brisbane

Capri by Fraser, Brisbane

4.5 out of 5
80 Albert Street (Cnr Mary St), Brisbane, QLD
The price is NZ$192 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$192
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,034 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
Treasury Brisbane

Treasury Brisbane

5 out of 5
130 William Street, Brisbane, QLD
The price is NZ$255 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$255
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Manager was fantastic in calling me and assisting with parking and luggage Big thank you vey much"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Treasury Brisbane
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Other neighbourhoods around Brisbane Waterfront

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Brisbane Central Business District

4.5/5(5,095 area reviews)

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 and Brisbane Customs House.

Brisbane Central Business District
Kangaroo Point which includes night scenes, a bay or harbour and a city

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 Dockside Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.

Kangaroo Point
Spring Hill

Spring Hill

Travellers to Spring Hill praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Anglican All Saints Church and City Tabernacle Baptist Church.

Spring Hill
Fortitude Valley

Fortitude Valley

4/5(1 area review)

Fortitude Valley is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Brunswick Street Mall and Fortitude Music Hall while in the area.

Fortitude Valley
South Bank

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 Queensland Conservatorium while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

South Bank
South Bank which includes a river or creek, flowers and a city

South Brisbane

4/5(1 area review)

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.

South Brisbane

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