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

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 £128 per night from 25 May to 26 May
£128
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
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! (390 reviews)
Great Brisbane hotel
"The staff were amazing - Yasmine & Mira and everyone at the front desk. The breakfast and food at the restaurant and the staff there were amazing also. The hotel is very well crypt and modern and the rooms are pretty modern and fancy too."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Vly, Vignette Collection by IHG
Brisbane Manor Hotel
Brisbane Manor Hotel
2 out of 5
555 Gregory Terrace, Fortitude Valley, QLD
The price is £36 per night from 7 May to 8 May
£36
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
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 (996 reviews)
"Friendly staff relaxing atmosphere"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Brisbane Manor Hotel
LyLo Brisbane
LyLo Brisbane
4 out of 5
142 Constance Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD
The price is £89 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£89
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
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! (58 reviews)
"Great place to stay! The building was new and facilities in great condition. The area around the building was dark at night, but perfectly fine by morning."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

LyLo Brisbane
Sage Hotel James Street
Sage Hotel James Street
4 out of 5
70 James Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD
The price is £87 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£87
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Sage Hotel James Street
The Constance
The Constance
4 out of 5
14-20 Constance Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD
The price is £94 per night from 19 May to 20 May
£94
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great value for money for a few nights stay in the valley."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

The Constance
Ovolo The Valley Brisbane
Ovolo The Valley Brisbane
5 out of 5
1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD
The price is £171 per night from 11 May to 12 May
£171
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"There was such a nice reception, I think his name was Eddie or Brian who really made our check it such a treat"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Ovolo The Valley 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 ANZAC Square War Memorial and Anzac Square.

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


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