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Built on the Expo 88 site, South Bank has become a mecca for locals and visitors to Brisbane. It's a great place for a picnic, a stroll or ride along the river front, an evening out or a family gathering. On special events, the places is packed, and there is often fireworks displays. South Bank is across the river from the City, and you can walk across the bridge or catch the bus/ train/ ferry/Citycat. Parking is also available. The Queensland museum, State library and Performing Arts Complex and Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre are also all located around South Bank. The parklands includes: Picnic facilities: Spread across the parklands and overlooking gardens, the beach, Brisbane city and the river, facilities include BBQ's, covered seating areas, water and public toilets. You can bring your own food or opt for something from the numerous snack bars and take away places. On hot summer days in Brisbane, locals and tourists flock to South Bank to cool off at the beach, situated in the middle of South Bank, overlooking the city. The beach is patrolled by a life guard, but if you don't want to get wet you can relax on the sand and enjoy the view. If you're looking for a place to enjoy the quiet, avoid South Bank in summer!! Weekend markets: The South Bank Art and Craft markets, which operates Friday 5pm until10pm, Saturday 11am until 5pm, and Sunday 9am until 5pm. The Farmers and Fresh Seafood markets are held from 7am to 12 noon on every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Restaurants, bars and coffee shops: South Bank and the surrounding area has developed into a funky little community of restaurants and bars. The cuisine varies (check out the website for a full list), as do the prices, but there are some good eats to be found. For information about upcoming events, accommodation options and any other information you'd like about South Bank, contact the Visitor Information Centre. Stanley Street Plaza, South Bank PO Box 2001 SOUTH BANK QLD 4101 Leave a Comment Address: South BrisbanePhone: 61 7 3867 2051Directions: Across the river from Brisbane City, on the way to West End.Website: http://www.south-bank.net.au/ Other Contact: info@south-bank.net.au
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| | | | Southbank: One of a kind | Tip Rating: | | | | |
Southbank in Brisbane is one of a kind. This is actually the site of the Brisbane World Expo back in the 1990's There are many walks, formal gardens, rain forests, cafe's, restaurants, pubs etc, and on public holidays and at weekends, a huge market. The most prominent feature though has to be the Beach, complete with Surf Lifesavers in the middle of the city. This is a hugely popular place for families and kids (both young and old). When I lived close by, I would walk to work through here and there would be office workers swimming before work there. On public holidays like Christmas day, you have to be there really early like 6am to be able to get one of the free public BBQ's provided by the Brisbane City Council for the day. Many Many families do this. There are Showers provided free.
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| | | | Southbank: South Bank Parklands and Streets Beach | Tip Rating: | | | | |
As its name suggests, Brisbane's South Bank Parklands is located on the south bank of the city's river. This scenic area of parkland, riverside walks, artificial beaches, cafes, restaurants and shops occupies the whole of the riverfront between Victoria bridge and Goodwill Bridge. One of the highlights of the South Bank Parklands is Streets Beach - a sandy beach and shallow lagoon right in the centre of the city! I first visited Streets Beach on ANZAC Day and, with most locals off work for the day and the hot sun shining, the crowds were out in force. Every inch of sand and grass was occupied by people sunbathing, picnicking or playing ball games. It was far too busy to enjoy a relaxing sunbathe or swim - this is the problem with having a beach in the city centre! The following day, with many people back at work, the beach looked far more relaxing and inviting. Another highlight of the parklands is Stanley Street Plaza, a walkway lined with cafes, shops and restaurants. The eating establishments are strung out along the plaza, in three distinct areas: "Stanley Street Plaza", "Central Cafes" and "Arbour View Cafes". Many of these have outdoor seating areas with views of either the park, the river or Streets Beach. Choose from a selection of Mediterranean restaurants, pizzerias, ice cream parlours, juice bars, a branch of Subway, a fish and chips shop, a kebab kiosk and many more. The food is a little more expensive than average in some cases, but the atmosphere is excellent. The paths through the park are often flower lined and there are small ponds with water birds flocking around them. There is lots of open grassland and plenty of childrens play areas. It is possible to catch a ferry to various points along the river. There are three ferry piers along the South Bank Parklands stretch of riverfront. Leave a Comment Directions: On the south bank of the river, between Goodwill Bridge and Victoria Bridge.
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