Hawthorne Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Brisbane Showgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Brisbane Showgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Brisbane. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
The Gabba
Catch an event at The Gabba during your trip to Brisbane. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
South Bank Parklands
After visiting South Bank Parklands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brisbane. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Queen Street Mall
Visit Brisbane's premier shopping destination, where modern shops & boutiques are set behind 19th & 20th century building facades.
Treasury Casino
A magnificent 19th-century building and riverside jewel that is now host to one of Queensland’s biggest casinos and entertainment precincts.
Roma Street Parkland
Take time out from the busy city centre and step into a paradise of calm with spacious green lawns, water features, flowers, public art and plant life.
Activities
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise
Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane
Our pick of the best Hawthorne Hotel Deals
The Star Grand Brisbane
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Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
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Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
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Amora Hotel Brisbane
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Treasury Brisbane
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George Williams Hotel Brisbane
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Other neighbourhoods around Hawthorne
New Farm
Unique features of New Farm include the river views and coffee shops. Make a stop by Brisbane Powerhouse or Sydney Street Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
Kangaroo Point
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Kangaroo Point. A stop by Holman Street Ferry Terminal or Dockside Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.
Newstead
Travellers like the historical sites in Newstead, and Newstead House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Fortitude Valley
Fortitude Valley is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Brunswick Street Mall and Fortitude Music Hall while in the area.
Brisbane Central Business District
Are you interested in beautiful gardens, stunning river views and popular shops? A visit to Brisbane Central Business District might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Anzac Square and Brisbane Customs House.
Spring Hill
Travellers to Spring Hill praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Anglican All Saints Church and City Tabernacle Baptist Church.
- Hawthorne Ferry Terminal
- XXXX Brewery
- Suncorp Stadium
- Brisbane Entertainment Centre
- Brisbane Showgrounds
- Brisbane International Cruise Terminal
- The Gabba
- Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital
- South Bank Parklands
- Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Queen Street Mall
- Treasury Casino
- Roma Street Parkland
- University of Queensland
- Queensland Performing Arts Centre
- Howard Smith Wharves
- Portside Wharf
- Brisbane City Hall
- Waterfront Brisbane
- Westfield Chermside
- Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
- Westfield Garden City Shopping Mall
- DFO Brisbane
- Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
- Story Bridge
- Riverstage
- Mater Private Hospital Brisbane
- Princess Alexandra Hospital
- James Street
- Sirromet Wines
- Greenslopes Private Hospital
- The Prince Charles Hospital