Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Brisbane
The 3 areas worth basing yourself in Brisbane, Australia — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with South Bank.
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Top pick
South Bank
Riverside cultural strip — the parklands, Streets Beach, the Cultural Centre.
13 min walk from center
#2
Fortitude Valley
Nightlife and music district — late bars, live music, hostels.
28 min walk from center
#3
West End
Bohemian neighborhood — cafés, vintage shops, multicultural restaurants.
2.3 km from center
Getting around
CityCat ferries on the river plus buses and the Citytrain network; Translink card for all of them.
Take the CityCat at golden hour — Brisbane river bends are scenic, and the ferry is the cheapest sightseeing trip.