Visiting Brisbane for the first time or keen to see the City’s top sights? Make it a trip to remember in South Bank, ticking off some of Brisbane’s most iconic attractions, experiences and activities on a jam-packed, three-day weekend.

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Day 1

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Snap a selfie at the Brisbane Sign

Spelling out your location in big, bold letters, the colourful and vibrant Brisbane Sign with the cityscape as your backdrop announces the start of your long weekend with a shareable Insta-worthy pic. Find the iconic photo spot along the Brisbane River near QPAC.

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Go on a scenic stroll  

Time to explore South Bank in more depth on one of the many paved pathways. Immerse yourself among the lush interior greenery and raised boardwalks on the Rainforest Walk, or hug the riverside on the Clem Jones Promenade, starting at The Arbour with its bold bougainvillea and walking along the waterfront from QPAC to the Maritime Museum.  

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Dine out at River Quay  

Bookend your night with dinner and a show. South Bank’s River Quay Precinct has four standout restaurants with waterfront views that will cater for pre- or post-show dining. Choose fresh seafood at River Quay Fish and The Jetty South Bank, or opt for southern Mediterranean dining at Popolo Italian Kitchen & Bar and OTTO Ristorante.

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Enjoy a cultural experience at QPAC

With a year-round calendar of stellar programming, be sure to book the latest musical, theatre, ballet, concert or opera staged at Queensland Performing Arts Centre during your stay. The multi-venue precinct always has something special that will appeal to everyone.  

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Day 2

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Check out Queensland Museum and QAGOMA

See the latest exhibits and permanent collections within Queensland Museum Kurilpa, steeped in the storytelling of the state’s natural history. Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) showcases an array of thought-provoking local, national and international artists across different mediums that also tell the tale of who we are.

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Wander the Collective Markets at South Bank

Continue your creative exploration at the Collective Markets at South Bank, open for three days every weekend along Little Stanley Street. Discover new and vintage clothing, locally made arts and crafts, gourmet foodie finds and more among the stalls.

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Cross Brisbane River by CityCat

Nothing embodies the River City experience like a cross-river ferry ride on one of Brisbane’s iconic CityCats. Take a seat on the top deck and soak up the ambience on a classic CityCat along the Brisbane River. Board at the South Bank or Maritime Museum ferry terminals.

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Enjoy a panoramic view from The Wheel of Brisbane

Swap your waterfront immersion for a sweeping 360-degree view on The Wheel of Brisbane in the Cultural Forecourt. Book a Sky-High Sunset Session package to drink in the sunset vistas and toast to the experience with beverages and snacks.

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Day 3

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Swim at Streets Beach

Take a dip at Australia’s only inner-city manmade beach – one of the City’s most recognisable sights. Streets Beach’s inviting lagoon boasts sparkling blue water and soft sand for an iconic urban swim by the riverside.

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Visit the Maritime Museum

Discover the state’s seafaring and water-going history at the Queensland Maritime Museum, which includes a range of big watercraft, such as the HMAS Diamantina warship and the lugger, Penguin, plus historic models and special exhibits on show.

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Ride along the riverside

Hire a bike from Riverlife and explore more of the Brisbane River, tracing the dedicated waterfront cycle paths from South Bank to the Kangaroo Point Cliffs and beyond. Traverse the pedestrian- and cycle-only bridges connecting South Bank and the CBD for a different perspective of the City.

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Chill out at Sunday Social  

Cap off an epic long weekend with South Bank’s Sunday Social on the Green. The weekly event runs from 2–5pm every Sunday on the River Quay Green, inviting locals and visitors to enjoy a picnic on the lawn or an aperitivo at nearby restaurants for a laidback afternoon of free live local music and sun-drenched ambience.