Petrie Terrace Travel Guide
Brisbane
Visit Petrie Terrace
Popular places to visit
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.
Queen Street Mall
Shop for books or fashion, grab a bite to eat in a restaurant or bar and watch street performers entertain the crowds along Brisbane’s central shopping district.
The Gabba
Catch an event at The Gabba during your trip to Brisbane. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
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 walkable area.
Treasury Building
A magnificent 19th-century building and riverside jewel that is now host to one of Queensland’s biggest casinos and entertainment precincts.
Roma Street Parkland
Stroll through this inner-city oasis with lake, subtropical flowers, native plants, public art and water features.
Things to do
Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal
Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure Climb
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Moreton Island: Tangalooma Day Trip with ATV Quad Bike Tour
Moreton Island & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise - Brisbane
Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave
Top hotels in Petrie Terrace
The Beetson Hotel
Decent parking. Close to restaurants and supermarkets, easy 20 minute walk to CBD. Room faced an inner courtyard, with very little natural light and a view directly into the opposite room if you opened the curtains- though there was little point due to the lack of light. Felt a bit subterranean, ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Nice hotel and I liked the room layout and the staff were great. At $550 a night I don’t think water in the room is too much to ask for along with a safe kettle and tea bags of a quality above floor sweepings and definitely not instant coffee! There were negatives but not the hotel’s fault. We didn’t ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
walkable location: easy access to shops, cafes, restaurants, public transport and southbank. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX
The appartment was clean i had 4 towels 1 handtowel and 1 facewasher used first 2 towels went to use the other 2 on Saturday night found what looked like blood stain on it i didnt use it but put with the other towels used the last towel was also had a stain on it my only complaint
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Royal On The Park
Clean room, amazing staff, perfect location for the CBD as well as south brisbane
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
good in general, no complains
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Petrie Terrace
Milton
Unique features of Milton include the river views and restaurants. Make a stop by XXXX Brewery or Suncorp Stadium while you're exploring the area.
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.
Brisbane Central Business District
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.
South Brisbane
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 Museum and Sciencentre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
West End
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in West End. You might want to make time for a stop at Brisbane Brewing Co. or West End Ferry Terminal.
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.