South Bank Parklands

Southbank Parklands showing a city, a beach and general coastal views
Southbank Parklands featuring wild flowers and a garden as well as a small group of people
Southbank Parklands showing a high-rise building
Southbank Parklands showing a garden
Southbank Parklands featuring swimming, signage and a pool

Tours & day trips

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Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 23 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$96 per adult
Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

History & culture

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Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm ...

Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm ...

Activity duration is 8 hours and 45 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$157 per adult
Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm ...

Private & custom tours

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Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain

Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$87 per adult
Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain

Classes & workshops

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Brisbane: Tamborine Wine & Distillery Tour + 2 Course Lunch

Brisbane: Tamborine Wine & Distillery Tour + 2 Course Lunch

Activity duration is 9 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$166 per adult
Brisbane: Tamborine Wine & Distillery Tour + 2 Course Lunch

Holiday & seasonal tours

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Brisbane: Evening River Cruise at Sunset

Brisbane: Evening River Cruise at Sunset

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is S$48 per adult
Brisbane: Evening River Cruise at Sunset

Reviews of South Bank Parklands

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Top destination
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well worth a visit, especially on sunny days, take swimsuit and towel.street entertainer good, use free ferry to get there

Popular places to visit

Streets Beach

Streets Beach

Enjoy an outing to Streets Beach during your stay in Brisbane. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Streets Beach
South Bank Ferry Terminal

South Bank Ferry Terminal

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Brisbane with a trip to South Bank Ferry Terminal. Wander through the riverfront and picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.

South Bank Ferry Terminal
Wheel of Brisbane showing modern architecture and a city

Wheel of Brisbane

3.5/5(7 reviews)

Get a magnificent view over Brisbane and spot the city’s landmarks from this giant Ferris wheel in the middle of the South Bank Parklands.

Wheel of Brisbane
Queensland Maritime Museum

Queensland Maritime Museum

Let the museum’s nautical artifacts, impressive naval vessel and floating exhibits take you on a discovery tour of life at sea, without ever leaving South Bank.

Queensland Maritime Museum
Queensland University of Technology

Queensland University of Technology

Innovation, creativity and cutting-edge research define this public university that boasts campuses with some of the best locations in central Brisbane.

Queensland University of Technology
Goodwill Bridge

Goodwill Bridge

You can learn about the history of Brisbane with a trip to Goodwill Bridge. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Goodwill Bridge

Top South Bank Parklands Hotel Deals

Amora Hotel Brisbane
Amora Hotel Brisbane
5 out of 5
200 Creek Street, Spring Hill, QLD
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
4 out of 5
40 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, QLD
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
Royal On The Park
Royal On The Park
4.5 out of 5
152 Alice Street, Brisbane, QLD
Royal On The Park
Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
4.5 out of 5
80 Albert Street (Cnr Mary St), Brisbane, QLD
Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
Stamford Plaza Brisbane
Stamford Plaza Brisbane
5 out of 5
Corner of Margaret & Edward Streets, South Brisbane, Brisbane, QLD
Stamford Plaza Brisbane
Great Southern Hotel Brisbane
Great Southern Hotel Brisbane
3.5 out of 5
103 George Street, Brisbane, QLD
Great Southern Hotel Brisbane
Rydges South Bank
Rydges South Bank
4.5 out of 5
9 Glenelg Street, South Bank, South Brisbane, QLD
Rydges South Bank
George Williams Hotel Brisbane
George Williams Hotel Brisbane
4 out of 5
317 - 325 George Street, Brisbane, QLD
George Williams Hotel Brisbane
Courtyard by Marriott Brisbane South Bank
Courtyard by Marriott Brisbane South Bank
4.5 out of 5
218 Vulture Street, South Brisbane, QLD
Courtyard by Marriott Brisbane South Bank
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