Fortitude Valley Travel Guide

Brisbane

Fortitude Valley
Fortitude Valley
Institute of Modern Art
Fortitude Valley
Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts
Bustling bars, funky shops and edgy art galleries make up the heart and soul of Brisbane’s most iconic nightlife district.

A walk through Fortitude Valley is guaranteed to be full of fun surprises at any time of the day or night.

Explore your artistic side at the Institute of Modern ArtOpens in a new window. This vibrant space has a rich history of nurturing the local arts community and offers an eclectic schedule of free exhibitions and public lectures.

Catch a show at the Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary ArtsOpens in a new window, where you can choose from dance, cabaret, performance art or music.

Hunt for a bargain at the Fortitude Valley Markets. Wander through the great collection of stalls on a sunny weekend morning and check out bespoke fashion, bric-a-brac and designer homewares.

Grab brunch or high-quality coffee at one of the gourmet cafes on nearby James Street, one of the trendiest places to eat in the whole city. Drink a cold beer at one of the alfresco bars that line the Brunswick Street Mall or head out for some serious clubbing with the thousands of locals that come here to let off steam on a Friday night.

Time your visit to coincide with some of the great music festivals that happen throughout the year. Valley Fiesta and Bigsound Live are both big events on Brisbane’s live music calendar.

Eat some delicious food in the pedestrian mall in Chinatown. Visit this hub of multicultural restaurants to sample cuisine from countries such as Laos, Thailand, Vietnam and China.

Browse the funky shops that line Brunswick Street. This is a great place to update your wardrobe, get a new haircut or pick up some cool gifts.

Move your body to the beat at one of the live music shows that this district is famous for. Head to local favourite, The Zoo, or check out some of the newer venues that regularly pop up.

Wander some of the laneways to find some hidden shopping gems and take photos of the interesting graffiti. Try Bakery Lane or Winn Lane for fashion, food and fun.

This inner-city neighbourhood is bursting with creative energy. Make sure you stop by for a little taste of what this city has to offer.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Fortitude Valley

Brisbane Manor Hotel
Brisbane Manor Hotel
2 out of 5
555 Gregory Terrace, Fortitude Valley, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £39 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
£39
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this guesthouse in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.8/10 (998 reviews)
"It had all I require In accomodation Comfortable bed,Air con & easy to book in/out"

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2025

Brisbane Manor Hotel
Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Vly, Vignette Collection by IHG
Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Vly, Vignette Collection by IHG
4.5 out of 5
458 BRUNSWICK STREET, Fortitude Valley, Fortitude Valley, QLD
The price is £124 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
£124
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (373 reviews)
"Great location and very modern. Nice pool of rooftop overlooking the city"

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2025

Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Vly, Vignette Collection by IHG
Ovolo The Valley Brisbane
Ovolo The Valley Brisbane
5 out of 5
1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £125 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
£125
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"We have stayed at Ovolo the Valley several times and will be back again!"

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2025

Ovolo The Valley Brisbane
Rambla at Berwick House
Rambla at Berwick House
4 out of 5
60 Berwick St, Fortitude Valley, QLD
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Suncorp Stadium and XXXX Brewery are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"Rambla has been great. We had to book two extras nights due to the cyclone and they were great about it all. Really nice clean new rooms"

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2025

Rambla at Berwick House
The Constance
The Constance
4 out of 5
14-20 Constance Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD
The price is £97 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
£97
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (988 reviews)
"We were made very welcome and given helpful tips for dining, bars and transport. Our room/bathroom was clean, amenities all provided. We will definitely return."

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2025

The Constance
LyLo Brisbane
LyLo Brisbane
4 out of 5
142 Constance Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD
The price is £97 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
£97
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping and Select Comfort beds. Popular attractions Suncorp Stadium and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (48 reviews)
Great value for money
"Amazing place, clean, quiet room, with privacy door on bed, upstairs terrace was pleasant, friendly efficient staff who were accomodating, will stay again."

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2025

LyLo Brisbane
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Other neighbourhoods around Fortitude Valley

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 Tower Mill.

Spring Hill
Kangaroo Point showing a bay or harbour, night scenes 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
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Brisbane Central Business District

4.5/5(124 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 Waterfront Brisbane and Brisbane Riverside Markets.

Brisbane Central Business District
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Newstead

Travellers like the historical sites in Newstead, and Newstead House is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Newstead
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Bowen Hills

Bowen Hills is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brisbane Showgrounds and Perry Park.

Bowen Hills
New Farm Park showing a garden, a high-rise building and landscape views

New Farm

Unique features of New Farm include the river views and coffee shops. Make a stop by Brisbane Powerhouse or Sydney Street Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.

New Farm


Fortitude Valley Travel Guide

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