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Brisbane, Brisbane River, Brisbane wheel, Photography, Qld, QPAC, southbank, Southbank Parklands, travel
On this beautiful sunny winters day I took the bus from my home in to Southbank Parklands. It is easy enough for me to drive and only takes about 20 minutes but arriving by bus is so stress free for me. I can enjoy a glass of wine with my lunch and not worry about driving. Southbank is easy to get to regardless of your mode of transport. There is always lots of parking if you choose to drive or if you take public transport there is the choice of arriving by train, bus, and ferry or city cat.
South Bank Parklands is Brisbane’s premier lifestyle and cultural destination. Located on the southern banks of the Brisbane River, its 17 hectares of lush parklands, offers world-class eateries, stunning river views and hundreds of delightful events all year
Southbank Parklands is one of my favourite places to take my visitors to explore, swim, dine, and stroll along the river front with Brisbane cityscape backdrops. We go on the Wheel of Brisbane to get an overview of the River, Parklands and Brisbane City
South Bank is a wonderful public space that was developed after World Expo 88, a place well loved by locals and visitors alike which symbolises the Queensland life style. This relaxing oasis in the middle of the city offers a wonderful man-made beach with crystal clean water and shady park lands that meander through entertainment hubs, restaurants and pubs. Here you will find plenty of picnic and bbq areas, eateries and toilets. South Bank is accessible by two bridges.
You can walk across the pedestrian bridge from the Botanical Gardens to South Bank or you can walk across the Victoria Bridge. There is also a free city ferry, the city hopper, that will take you from Queen Street or Eagle Street Pier to South Bank. Also, from Southbank, QPAC, is easily accessed. QPAC, Queensland Performing Arts Centre is one of Australia’s leading centres for live performance, including ballet, musicals, stage shows, and opera. We often enjoy dinner or lunch at one of the many restaurants in the area before attending a show at QPAC.

City Hopper – free ferry
Apart from the stunning views of the city and the river this venue offers something for everyone, swimming at the beach, bike and scooter riding, many restaurants, a gorgeous bougainvillea covered archway, market gardens that are tended by volunteers or just strolling around taking it all in. It is a wonderful place to just sit and people watch.
There are many fabulous ways to spend a day out in Brisbane; Southbank is on the top of my fabulous list. It is a fun, easy and inexpensive way to spend a day in Brisbane.
Another one for my list of must visit places when I’m in Brisbane in August. Thanks for the tip!
Hi Sheree, to me this is the best thing you can do when you are in Brisbane, however if you have the time there is just do much to see and do. Another must is to ride the city cat up or down the river at night. Thanks Lyn
Noted!
I love this part of Brisbane too Lyn. I used to walk all around the river through Southbank Parklands when I was visiting my friend who lives in Kangaroo Point. Lovely post!
Thanks Sue. It truly is fabulous. So much on offer.
I love Southbank as well ..in fact anywhere along the river is gorgeous!. Lovely photos and a nice reminder of how lucky we are to live in this city!
Thanks Mary. I Always enjoy my times in Southbank both day time and evenings. My visitors love it also.
A wonderful sanctuary to enjoy for its ambience. So close to our city and its free.
It really is a beautiful place Gail. Thanks Lyn
Looks like a great visit! Love the ferris wheel pics! :)
Thanks MB. It is a great place to visit
A delightful way to spend a day enjoying our gorgeous Brisbane weather!
Our perfect Brisbane winters hey Kay. Thanks Lyn
I always loved going to Southbank such a great vibe and plenty to see and do. 💜
Yes Leah. I always enjoy it there both day and night. Thanks Lyn
Beautiful!
We are approaching summer now in Europe and looking forward to sunny days! But it’s so nice to see your Australian winter and have a relaxing time in your beautiful parks! Does it ever snow sometimes?
Thanks Jane. I live in the sub tropics of Australia in Brisbane so our winters are very mild but down south definitely has snow and ski season. Lyn
Wow lovely photos of Brisbane…my dream city!
Thanks Roy, it is a great city to live in. Lyn
Love Brissy.
Thanks Coral. It is pretty awesome now. Lyn
We enjoy our time at South Bank with you.
Thanks Linda. I always enjoy my time there with you guys
I really enjoyed the Southbank Parklands when I was in Brisbane for a conference. Luckily that is where the conference center is! Such a beautiful place to walk. See you next week! Ciao, Cristina
I never tire of Southbank. Always exciting, interesting and fun. Thanks Cristina. See you soon