Local amenities

Transport

South Bank and the Brisbane City Centre is walking distance from South Central, however, the following public transport is available. Information and timetables for Bus, Ferry and Train services can be found at www.transinfo.qld.gov.au/

Bus [0.6km]

The closest bus service is the Cultural Centre Busway on Melbourne Street. To get there:

  1. Head northeast on Peel Street towards Hope Street
  2. Turn right at Grey Street
  3. Turn left at Melbourne Street and continue 50 metres to Busway

Ferry / CityCat Terminal [1.2km]

The CityCat runs along the Brisbane River starting from Hamilton through the city to the University of Queensland at West End with various stops along the route. The CityCat terminal closest to South Central is adjacent to QPAC at South Bank.

Train Station [600m]

The closest Train Station is South Brisbane station which is on Grey Street, about a 5 minute walk (opposite QPAC). Train timetables can be found on the website. To get there:

  1. Head northeast on Peel Street towards Hope Street
  2. Turn right at Grey Street
  3. Turn right at Melbourne Street

ph: 07 3235 1039
www.qr.com.au

Taxis

Brisbane Domestic and International Airport [15.5km]

Tourist Attractions

Wheel of Brisbane [0.8km]

The Wheel of Brisbane stands 60 metres tall, illuminating the South Bank skyline and river with thousands of LED lights at night and presenting an exciting new landmark for visitors and locals alike. The wheel has 42 air-conditioned, fully enclosed capsules each capable of seating up to 6 adults and 2 children. Each ride is of 12 to 15 minutes duration (which roughly equates to 3 or 4 wheel rotations) and offers unique panoramic 360 degree views of the river and city.
Tickets: $15 for adults, $10 for children 12 years and under and $2 for children aged between 1 year and 3 years. Private gondolas (carriage) may be booked ($95). There is a 10% discount on tickets purchased online.

www.worldtouristattractions.co.uk/wta_wheel_brisbane.php
Cultural Forecourt, Russell Street, South Bank
Opening Hours: Seven days a week, from 10am to 10pm.

Botanic Gardens [1.5km]

The riverside City Botanic Garden has a number of attractions including Bamboo Grove, Weeping Fig Avenue, Mangrove Boardwalk and ornamental ponds along with the River Stage for special events such as concerts and offers 10 outdoor designated booking areas that may be reserved for wedding ceremonies or corporate functions. The areas range from scenic lillyponds, intimate small areas or large open grassed areas.
The City Botanic Gardens are only a 10-15 minute walk from the city centre with entrances on George Street (in front of Parliament House), via the Goodwill Bridge or Alice Street (at the intersections of either Edward Street or Albert Street).

www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/BCC:BOTANICL::pc=PC_1345

Conrad Treasury Casino [1.2km]

There’s always something big happening at Treasury - with five bars, six restaurants and a lively world of ever-changing entertainment, you’ll never run short of something to do at Treasury. For zany comedians, big name music acts, DJs, fashion and more, head to Treasury where there’s always something fresh, live and exciting going on!

21 Queen St, Brisbane
ph: 07 3306 8888
www.conradtreasury.com.au

Parliament House [1.6km]

Watch the Queensland State Parliament in action from the visitors' gallery and/or take a free half an hour tour of Parliament House and its treasure trove of antiques. Tours are conducted throughout the year except public holidays. When parliament is sitting, tours are conducted at 10:30 am and 2:30 pm only. For Parliament sitting times visit the website or phone 3406 7111. Saturday and Sunday tours are conducted between 10:00 am - 2:00 pm for a duration of 20 minutes.

www.parliament.qld.gov.au/view/visitors/visitingParliament.asp
Corner George and Alice Streets, Brisbane City

Restaurants

A list of all the restaurants in Brisbane can be found at: www.bestrestaurants.com.au/location/Brisbane.aspx

South Brisbane/South Bank

  • Ahmet’ Licensed Turkish Restaurant
    Shop 10 164 Grey St, South Bank
    ph: 07 3846 6699
  • Amici’s Italian Restaurant
    Shop 26B Little Stanley St, South Bank
    ph: 07 3844 8806
  • Brewhouse and Boardroom Restaurant
    167 Grey St, South Bank
    ph: 07 3846 6033
  • Café Lagoonas
    Shop 30B/445 Stanley Street, South Bank
    ph: 07 3844 8092
  • Café San Marco
    416 South Bank Parklands, South Bank
    ph: 07 3846 4334
  • Chez Laila
    Clem Jones Promenade, South Bank
    ph: 07 3846 3402
  • Decks Café
    26A Waterways Ave, South Bank
    ph: 07 3846 4036
  • Era Bistro
    102 Melbourne Street (Cnr Merivale Street), South Brisbane
    ph: 07 3255 2033
    www.erabistro.com.au
  • Fox Hotel
    Cnr Melbourne &Hope Street, South Brisbane
    ph: 07 3844 2883
    www.thefox.com.au
  • Ginga Japanese Restaurant
    Shop 11 &12 Little Stanley Street, South Bank
    ph: 07 3846 2313
  • Hot Plate
    Shop 6D Grey Street, South Bank
    ph: 07 3846 6388
  • Obsession Chinese Restaurant and Café
    Shop A5 Little Stanley St, South Bank
    ph: 07 3844 3373
  • Parklands Bar and Grill
    Rydges South Bank Grey St, South Bank
    ph: 07 3364 0844
  • River Canteen
    The Boardwalk, South Bank Parklands
    ph: 07 3846 1880
  • Rydges Southbank Brisbane
    Cnr Grey and Glenelg Sts, South Bank
    ph: 07 3844 8448
  • Star on Little Stanley Café and Bar
    Little Stanley St, 12/166 Grey St
    ph: 07 3844 8448
  • Tastes of India
    Upstairs Boardwalk South Bank
    ph: 07 3846 2888
  • Three Monkey’s Coffee &Tea House
    58 Mollison Street, South Brisbane
    ph: 07 3844 6045
  • Timmy’s Restaurant
    Shop 4B Galleria Complex, Grey Street
    ph: 07 3846 1866
  • Viet De Lites
    166 Grey St, South Bank
    ph: 07 3844 7688
  • Wang Dynasty Southbank Asian Restaurant
    No. 41 North Riverside Restaurant , South Bank
    ph: 07 3844 8318

West End

  • Caravanserai
    1-3 Dornoch Tce, West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3217 2617
    www.caravanserairestaurant.com
  • El Torito
    146 Boundary St, West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3844 5977
  • The Forest Café and Bar
    124 Boundary St, West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3846 6184
    www.theforest.com.au
  • The Jazzy Cat Café
    56 Mollison St, West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3846 2544
    www.jazzycat.com.au
  • Lychee Lounge
    Shop 2, 92 Boundary St, West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3846 0544
    www.lycheelounge.com
  • Melbourne Hotel
    2 Browning St, West End, QLD, 4101
    ph: 07 3844 1571
  • Mondo Restaurant
    166 Hardgrave Rd, West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3844 1132
    www.mondo-organics.com.au
  • Punjabi Palace
    135 Melbourne Street, West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3846 3884
    www.punjabipalace.com.au
  • Quan Tanh
    Shop 5, 75 Hardgrave Rd, West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3846 3849
  • Sitar Indian Restaurant
    195 Melbourne St, West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3846 7271
    www.sitar.com.au
  • Tibetan Kitchen
    59 Hardgrave Rd West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3844 7355
  • Tukka Restaurant
    145b Boundary St, West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3846 6333
    www.tukkarestaurant.com.au

Retail

West End Retail Precinct

  • West End Market Place [50m] – includes a Coles Supermarket and 25 specialty shops
  • Browning St retail precinct [75m] - Fashion boutiques, restaurants, cafes, bars and other specialty shops
  • Melbourne Street retail precinct &SW1 [100m] - Fashion boutiques, restaurants, cafes, bars and other specialty shops
  • Boundary Street retail precinct [100m] - Fashion boutiques, restaurants, cafes, bars and other specialty shops

South Bank Retail Precinct

  • Grey Street retail precinct [700m] - Fashion boutiques, restaurants, cafes, bars and other specialty shops
  • Little Stanley St retail precinct [900m] - Fashion boutiques, restaurants, cafes, bars and other specialty shops

Brisbane City

  • Queen Street Mall [950m] – includes major department stores David Jones and Myer, fashion boutiques, restaurants, cafes, bars and other specialty shops

Markets

South Bank Markets [1.3km]

Every Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday, the South Bank Lifestyle Market features an exciting range of arts, crafts, homewares, collectibles, exotic items, designer fashion, delicious treats, organic produce and more. Listen to our fabulous music and entertainment. The markets are an ideal way to find a unique gift, or simply stroll through and enjoy the atmosphere.

Stanley Street Plaza, South Bank
www.southbankmarket.com.au/

Cultural

Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre [300m]

Corner of Merivale &Glenelg Street, South Bank, Queensland, Australia 4101
www.bcec.com.au

Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) [600m]

Encompasses the Lyric Theatre, Concert Hall, Playhouse and Cremorne Theatre
Corner of Grey and Melbourne Streets, South Bank

Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) [750m]

Stanley Street, South Bank
www.qag.qld.gov.au/home/placemakers
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm, Saturday &Sunday from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

State Library of Queensland [700m]

Cultural Centre, Stanley Place, South Bank
www.slq.qld.gov.au/
Opening hours: Open daily 10am - 5pm (until 8pm Mon-Thu)

Queensland Museum [650m]

Cultural Centre, Corner of Grey &Melbourne Streets, South Bank
Ph: 07 3840 7555
www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au/
Opening Hours: 9.30am - 5.00pm daily, Closed Christmas day and Good Friday, Open ANZAC Day from 1.30pm - 5.00pm
Admission: General entry to the museum is free (except to some special exhibitions).

Movies

South Bank Cinema [1.1km]

The South Bank 5 Cinema complex is located in the heart of South Bank on Grey Street. The cinema screens all the latest and greatest films and is home to the biggest screen in Queensland. Movie Session times can be found at: www.cineplex.com.au

167 Grey St, South Brisbane
Ph: 07 3846 5188

Recreational / Sporting

Suncorp Stadium [1.8km]

Suncorp Stadium is the home ground of the Brisbane Broncos NRL Team, the Queensland Roar A-League Soccer Team and the Queensland Reds Super 14 team.

40 Castlemaine Street, Milton (just two kilometres from Brisbane's CBD)
Ph: 07 3331 5000
www.thegabba.org.au/content/venue.asp?name=SuncorpStadium

The Gabba [2.9km]

Gate 7, Vulture Street, Woolloongabba
Ph: 07 3008 6166
www.thegabba.org.au/content/venue.asp?name=Gabba

Education

South Bank Institute of TAFE [635m]

Open Learning Institute of TAFE [190m]

Griffith University South Bank Campus [670m]

Queensland University of Technology [1.2km]

University of Queensland [1.7km]

Health

Hospital

Medical Centre

  • West End Medical Practice [0.8km]
    38 Russell Street, West End, QLD 4101
    Ph: (07) 3846 4888

Chemist

  • Andrew Tanos Pharmacy [0.9km]
    197a Boundary St West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3844 3086
  • Gladstone Road Pharmacy [1.5km]
    Shop 3/ 30-34 Gladstone Rd West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3844 4820

Newsagents

  • South Brisbane Newsagency [0.4km]
    Railway Station South Brisbane QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3844 4208
  • West End Markets News & Caskets [0.5km]
    69 Boundary St West End QLD 4101
    ph: 07 3844 7383