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

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
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 culturally rich 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
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
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary featuring zoo animals

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Cuddle up close with Australia's most iconic wildlife at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
University of Queensland

University of Queensland

Explore the campus of University of Queensland during your travels in Brisbane. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

University of Queensland

Activities

Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)

NZ$69
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
1 Day Dreamworld Ticket

1-Day Dreamworld Ticket

NZ$126
per adult
1-Day Dreamworld Ticket
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast General Admission

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast General Admission

NZ$44
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast General Admission
Brisbane: Evening River Cruise at Sunset

Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise

NZ$68
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise
Australia Zoo Day Trip from Brisbane

Australia Zoo Day Trip from Brisbane

NZ$207
per adult
Australia Zoo Day Trip from Brisbane
Transparent Kayaking around Tangalooma Shipwrecks

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

NZ$207
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
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Our pick of the best Brisbane Waterfront Hotel Deals

The Star Grand Brisbane

The Star Grand Brisbane

5 out of 5
33 William Street Brisbane QLD
The price is NZ$380 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
NZ$380
per night
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Suncorp Stadium and XXXX Brewery are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (414 reviews)
Great room

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

The Star Grand Brisbane
InterContinental Brisbane by IHG

InterContinental Brisbane by IHG

5 out of 5
190 Elizabeth St Brisbane QLD
The price is NZ$258 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$258
per night
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Stay at this luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The Hotel is getting to look a bit tired and dated, and the executive lounge although the service was good it could do with a extra person serving drinks.

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

InterContinental Brisbane by IHG
Amora Hotel Brisbane

Amora Hotel Brisbane

5 out of 5
200 Creek Street Spring Hill QLD
The price is NZ$259 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
NZ$259
per night
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,190 reviews)
nice berakfast and helpfull staff

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Amora Hotel Brisbane
The Point Brisbane Hotel

The Point Brisbane Hotel

4.5 out of 5
21 Lambert Street Kangaroo Point QLD
The price is NZ$192 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$192
per night
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,225 reviews)
Perfect in every way. It was wonderful having the flexibility of a late check out and also being able to leave the car parked there for a couple of hours longer to fit in with our flight time. Room was amazing, lovely view of the city and close enough to walk over the Kangaroo Point bridge into the ...

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

The Point Brisbane Hotel
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street

Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street

4 out of 5
40 Elizabeth Street Brisbane QLD
The price is NZ$176 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
NZ$176
per night
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,170 reviews)
Location & modern

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
Treasury Brisbane

Treasury Brisbane

5 out of 5
130 William Street Brisbane QLD
The price is NZ$247 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
NZ$247
per night
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Stay at this luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Attentive service, wonderful aesthetic, and excellent location. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay.

Reviewed on 7 Dec 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 Brisbane Customs House and Waterfront Brisbane.

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 Thornton Street Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.

Kangaroo Point
Spring Hill

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.

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 Fortitude Music Hall and Brunswick Street Mall 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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