Title: South Brisbane Travel Guide: Best of South Brisbane, Brisbane Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in South Brisbane](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Brisbane-Brisbane-Hotels.0-n6047608-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Brisbane](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Brisbane.d179993.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Brisbane](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Brisbane.d179993.Travel-Guide-Activities)[South Brisbane Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-South-Brisbane.d6047608.Car-Hire-Guide)[South Brisbane Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Brisbane.d6047608.Holidays-City-Breaks) # South Brisbane Travel Guide ## Brisbane ![South Bank which includes flowers, a city and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621556026976/bb981bcb-746b-41f7-a9e0-5ed9ad34644a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Bank which includes flowers, a city and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621556026976/bb981bcb-746b-41f7-a9e0-5ed9ad34644a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Bank Parklands showing a city, night scenes and nightlife](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047608/31354d51-4375-4862-8751-8566c4244179.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Bank](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125848/709e68f3-f770-4db0-9958-2e60ba7d9c41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Southbank Parklands which includes a sunset, a city and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621556026976/5f03a6a7-b1c9-47d8-ae4f-8309199b90c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit South Brisbane Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Brisbane travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane.dx179993) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Southbank Parklands showing general coastal views, a city and wild flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621556026976/17e960e6-8883-4d9a-a55f-b213c8558387.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Bank-Parklands-South-Brisbane.d553248621556026976.Attraction) ![Queensland Performing Arts Centre featuring interior views, performance art and theatre scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061081/dcdface9-457c-45b6-bff4-e43715248e4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Queensland Performing Arts Centre See a Broadway musical, enjoy a world-class opera or ballet performance or listen to a symphony at this state-of-the-art Brisbane venue with bars and restaurant. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queensland-Performing-Arts-Centre-South-Brisbane.d6061081.Attraction) ![Gallery of Modern Art showing a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6260930/b8a9ec48-fb36-440e-a404-d50754aa1944.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gallery of Modern Art This free museum is one of Australia’s leading contemporary art galleries and a great place to visit with children. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gallery-Of-Modern-Art-South-Brisbane.d6260930.Attraction) ![Queensland Museum which includes modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264646/74f5373c-cc68-4ba0-a683-b2e07c77b1f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Queensland Museum Learn Queensland’s fascinating stories at this museum, which takes visitors on a whirlwind ride through the state’s past, present and future. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queensland-Museum-South-Brisbane.d6264646.Attraction) ![Wheel of Brisbane showing a city and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6244113/688a47ac-1d41-4b14-bc33-f5c76a9d6b3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wheel of Brisbane 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wheel-Of-Brisbane-South-Brisbane.d6244113.Attraction) ![State Library of Queensland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061101/9d761894-954e-40c7-b9ac-06abe22a37ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### State Library of Queensland Enjoy modern architecture, delve into history, explore many literary genres or attend a concert or screening at this surprisingly eventful central Brisbane landmark. [](https://expedia.co.uk/State-Library-Of-Queensland-South-Brisbane.d6061101.Attraction) ### Things to do ![1 Day Dreamworld Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50392460/8ed532de-dd07-4001-b097-920685e2ad21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 1-Day Dreamworld Ticket £62 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-day-dreamworld-ticket.a50392460.activity-details) ![Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/512650/92d38b62-55d5-4dbc-b85a-1fb94fab5d81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE) £29 per adult **72%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-brisbane-airport-bne.a512650.activity-details) ![2 DAY TICKET Dreamworld + SkyPoint](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50421791/8733dec4-f4b0-4fb5-9e9e-2d014ac2acb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2 Day Ticket Dreamworld + SkyPoint £64 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-day-ticket-dreamworld-skypoint.a50421791.activity-details) ![Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47633892/8353df05-de49-46d3-b9e7-c62b86813549.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tamborine Mountain - Hop On Hop Off - From Brisbane £49 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tamborine-mountain-hop-on-hop-off-from-brisbane.a47633892.activity-details) ![Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3535194/eb69cd6d-1f9d-4de8-b0ee-04b0505ea8ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain £49 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hop-on-hop-off-bus-tamborine-mountain.a3535194.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Brisbane: Evening River Cruise at Sunset](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4546268/908110fb-74fa-4209-8099-367ea74a05ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise 5.30pm or 6pm \*seasonal £29 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/brisbane-sunset-city-lights-cruise-530pm-or-6pm-seasonal.a4546268.activity-details) [See all activities in Brisbane](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Brisbane.d179993.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in South Brisbane ![Rydges South Bank](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48000/47961/987946d0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges South Bank 9 Glenelg Street South Brisbane QLD £131 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews) ROOM WAS SPOTLESS AND STAFF WHERE FANTASTIC Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=47961&PinnedHotelID=47961&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047608) ![Novotel Brisbane South Bank Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23150000/23145000/23144912/c90c4bbe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Brisbane South Bank Hotel 38 Cordelia Street South Brisbane QLD £107 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) Every thing was great Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=23144912&PinnedHotelID=23144912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047608) ![Emporium Hotel South Bank](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24420000/24417400/24417317/3871ecfd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Emporium Hotel South Bank 267 Grey St South Brisbane QLD £199 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews) Staff were super helpful, room was amazing the views were fantastic definitely recommended. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=24417317&PinnedHotelID=24417317&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047608) ![Courtyard by Marriott Brisbane South Bank](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16010000/16010000/16009954/4f39dc65_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Brisbane South Bank 218 Vulture Street South Brisbane QLD £101 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (762 reviews) The staff were delightful and helpful. Anika at Reception was a standout. Rooms were spacious and very clean and comfortable Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=16009954&PinnedHotelID=16009954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047608) ![Mantra South Bank Brisbane](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1350000/1348800/1348725/79904efd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mantra South Bank Brisbane 161 Grey Street South Brisbane QLD £103 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) Great spot. Helpful staff. Good amenities. Clean rooms. Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=1348725&PinnedHotelID=1348725&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047608) ![Hotel Diana South Brisbane](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21740000/21731200/21731110/7149fb90_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Diana South Brisbane 46-50 Water Street South Brisbane QLD £95 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (361 reviews) Friendly staff. Good amenities. Well situated in central Brisbane. Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=21731110&PinnedHotelID=21731110&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047608) [See all 2,839 properties in South Brisbane](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6047608) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check South Brisbane hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047608&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047608&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047608&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047608&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047608&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047608&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around South Brisbane ![West End](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6003555/be92472a-9f87-47ee-8604-f569058633ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 The Catchment Brewing Co.. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-West-End.dx6003555) ![South Bank](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125848/709e68f3-f770-4db0-9958-2e60ba7d9c41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Bank South Bank is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Streets Beach or Queensland Conservatorium while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-South-Bank.dx6125848) ![Milton featuring signage and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181625/61a79df9-ec2f-4862-934b-76f9435bfbee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Milton.dx181625) ![Brisbane Central Business District which includes a river or creek, a sunset and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053112/6444e17a-08a3-4035-8b13-10a92fdbb57d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Queen Street Mall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Brisbane-Central-Business-District.dx6053112) ![Woolloongabba featuring a city and skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047503/62d31b2e-49fc-4f48-902c-3e664924d799.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Woolloongabba Woolloongabba is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Gabba and Buranda Village while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Woolloongabba.dx6047503) ![Kangaroo Point showing a bay or harbour, night scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264726/ea622d56-e7dc-469f-9881-09f817aac775.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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