Things to do in South Bank

To chat face-to-face with a local about all the best things to see and do in South Bank, step into a Visitor Information Centre. 

Visit Australia’s only inner-city, man-made beach, Streets Beach. Surrounded by white sand beaches and sub-tropical plants, you’re just far enough away from the excitement of the city to experience the peaceful, cooling urban oasis. View the city from a different perspective by taking a spin on the iconic Channel Seven Wheel of Brisbane, or wander down along the lush South Bank Parklands with its vibrant plantings, pop-up art installations, playground, and thriving community garden. 

A short stroll back down the river with your coffee in hand is all it takes to find QAGOMA (Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art). QAGOMA is internationally revered for its evolving program of Australian and international exhibitions, heroing the contemporary art of Australia, Asia and the Pacific.   

After a day exploring the galleries, taking in new perspectives, and immersing yourself in art, your mind will be full to the brim. Time for your stomach to catch up. 

You’ll be glad to have made a reservation at one of South Bank’s fantastic restaurants. Or, pre-order a picnic basket from the river-front Italian restaurant Popolo. World-renowned plays, musicals and performances start around 7.30 pm at QPAC, so you’ve got just enough time to spread out a blanket and pour a glass of BYO wine in the riverfront South Bank Parklands.  

Glass of wine in one hand, a slice of fresh woodfired pizza in the other, you’ll watch the sun descend over the river and on another beautiful day in Brisbane. 

Things to do in South Bank

Visit Australia’s only inner-city, man-made beach, Street’s Beach. Surrounded by white sand beaches and sub-tropical plants, you’re just far enough away from the excitement of the city to experience the peaceful, cooling urban oasis. View the city from a different perspective by taking a spin on the iconic Channel Seven Wheel of Brisbane, or wander down along the lush South Bank Parklands with its vibrant plantings, pop-up arts installations, playground, and thriving community garden. 

A short stroll back down the river with your coffee in hand is all it takes to find QAGOMA (Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art). QAGOMA is internationally revered for its evolving program of Australian and international exhibitions, heroing the contemporary art of Australia, Asia and the Pacific.   

After a day exploring the galleries, taking in new perspectives, and immersing yourself in art, your mind will be full to the brim. Time for your stomach to catch up. 

You’ll be glad to have made a reservation at one of South Bank’s fantastic restaurants. Or, pre-order a picnic basket from river-front Italian restaurant Popolo. World-renowned plays, musicals and performances start around 7.30pm at QPAC, so you’ve got just enough time to spread out a blanket and pour a glass of BYO wine in the riverfront South Bank Parklands.  

Glass of wine in one hand, a slice of fresh woodfired pizza in the other, you’ll watch the sun descend over the river and on another beautiful day in Brisbane.