The Brisbane Central Business District itself is located approximately 30 minutes drive from the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal.
There is no public transport between the cruise terminal and CBD, so the best option to get from one to the other is rideshare or taxi. Some cruise lines will also offer CBD or Airport transfers through their shore excursions.
Brisbane CBD
Popular shopping destination in the heart of the Brisbane CBD. Major retailers include Myer, Zara, Uniqlo, with many of other retailers in one vibrant strip.
Inner city oasis with a variety of plants, picnic spaces, ponds and more, in the heart of the Brisbane CBD.
South Brisbane
South Brisbane, including the South Bank precinct is the tourist heart of Brisbane, with easy access to the CBD straight over the river. This area includes a large range of attractions, hotels and restaurants and is very pedestrian friendly thanks to the South Bank parklands which include gardens, swimming beaches and a wide variety of shops and eateries.
Museum featuring exhibits highlighting Science, Culture and the natural world.
General entry is free, though there are costs to enter special exhibitions and some experiences.
Vibrant public parklands including gardens, swimming areas with lagoons, artificial beaches. Close to hotels, restaurants, cafes and shopping - directly next to the Brisbane River overlooking the CBD.
Landmark of the South Bank precinct, the Wheel of Brisbane offers stunning panoramic views of the Brisbane CBD from 60 meters above the ground.
Explore Brisbane from its vantagepoint of the winding Brisbane River. Taking in sights including Customs House, Story Bridge, Southbank and Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park.
Further Afield
Staying a little longer in Brisbane and have time to escape the city? There is no shortage of places to visit in all directions, from the tourist hotspots of the Gold Coast, to the mountains and wilderness of Tambourine National Park.
National Park set amongst tropical rainforest, around an hours drive from Brisbane. The park features a number of hikes with scenic lookouts, gorges, waterfalls and picnic areas.
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Ship Stalking in Brisbane
In Brisbane but not cruising? You can do your ship stalking and see which cruise ships will be in port at https://www.portbris.com.au/cruise/cruise-ship-schedule/.