South Bank

Description
A holiday in Brisbane is not complete without a visit to the city’s vibrant cultural heart at South Bank. Nestled on the banks of the meandering Brisbane River and dominated by magnificent views of the Brisbane skyline across the water, South Bank is an exciting melting pot of colour, culture, lifestyle, good food and art. The precinct buzzes with energy and is home to Queensland’s largest performing arts venue, museum and modern art gallery. Its beautiful man-made beach and lagoon on the banks of the river is lined with white silica sand and is very popular on a hot summer’s day. Just a short walk from the beach, a large outdoor Piazza regularly hosts free performances, shows and short film screenings. Discover unique one-off fashion statements and quirky designer homewares along the bustling shopping strip and at the art and craft markets held every Saturday, Sunday and Friday evening. Food, glorious food, can be found in abundance in one of many top-rated cafes and restaurants that line South Bank’s perfectly manicured streets. When the Queensland sun dips below the horizon, South Bank comes alive as the trendy pubs, cocktail bars and restaurants fill with pleasure-seekers on their way to catch a ballet, opera, Broadway-style show, art exhibition, or the latest blockbuster at the cinema across the road. South Bank retains many beautifully landscaped gardens complete with free barbeques and room to throw a Frisbee or kick a ball. There are several interactive playgrounds for the kids and the beautiful Brisbane River can be enjoyed from the Clem Jones Parade lining its banks. Three, four and five star hotels accommodate visitors to South Bank. In the surrounding suburbs you’ll also find backpacker hostels, self-contained units, motels and motor-ins.