Brisbane South Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Looking towards Brisbane from the western suburbs. To the left on the horizon is the city centre, about 20km away! #mavicpro #drone
Looking towards Brisbane from the western suburbs. To the left on the horizon is the city centre, about 20km away! #mavicpro #drone
A Kookaburra at Calamvale District Park. You can walk in this small creek. Kookaburras are the most common creature. Probably, not a must visit place. But if you stay somewhere near Calamvale, it might be worth to have a little walk in this park.
Rocks Riverside Park is an old cement factory that has been converted into a recreational area and walking trail. There's public BBQ facilities, picnic tables, washrooms and a playground. The footpath stretches along Brisbane River and is a beautiful place to run. There's parking at the park but you could also walk here from Oxley train station (about 20 minutes).
Mount Gravatt Lookout which includes landscape views, a city and night scenes

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Where to stay in Brisbane South

Mount Gravatt Lookout showing a sunset and tranquil scenes as well as a couple

Mount Gravatt

Travellers like the shopping in Mount Gravatt, and Mount Gravatt Lookout is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mount Gravatt
Love this Avenue where the trees meet shot at 200mm from the end of the street

Sunnybank

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Sunnybank. You might consider stopping by Sunnybank Plaza while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Sunnybank
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Eight Mile Plains

Shopping and bars are notable features of Eight Mile Plains. You might consider stopping by Hughesville while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Eight Mile Plains
Roma Street Parkland, Queensland, Brisbane, Australia

Nathan

Nathan is well liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Brisbane area, you might plan a trip to Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre or Mount Gravatt Lookout.

Nathan
View of Brisbane city on a foggy morning from Mt Gravatt lookout

Greenslopes

Travellers enjoy Greenslopes for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Stephens Mountain Reserve while you're in the area.

Greenslopes
BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - August 05 2017: Night time areal image of Brisbane CBD and South Bank.

Calamvale

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Calamvale. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Karawatha Forest Park and Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre are a few top places to visit.

Calamvale
Calamvale Suites and Conference Centre

Calamvale Suites and Conference Centre

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Compton & Beaudesert Roads Calamvale QLD
The price is AU$202 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$202
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (410 reviews)
I felt that the carpet was not clean. There was what looked like a bloodstain on the curtain, which made me feel uncomfortable.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Calamvale Suites and Conference Centre
Sunnybank Star Hotel & Apartments

Sunnybank Star Hotel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
223 Padstow Road Eight Mile Plains QLD
The price is AU$166 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
AU$166
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (762 reviews)
Clean room and close to small local shops. Cute little shop across the road that serves wonder food and drinks. Would stay here again if I’m in the area.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Sunnybank Star Hotel & Apartments
Quality Hotel Robertson Gardens

Quality Hotel Robertson Gardens

4.5 out of 5
281 Kessels Road Robertson QLD
The price is AU$189 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$189
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (523 reviews)
Was good

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Quality Hotel Robertson Gardens
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Quest Eight Mile Plains

Quest Eight Mile Plains

4.5 out of 5
1 Clunies Ross Court Eight Mile Plains QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Popular attractions Westfield Garden City Shopping Mall ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (212 reviews)
Clean room, lovely staff, great for work trip.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Quest Eight Mile Plains
Brisbane Street Studios

Brisbane Street Studios

3 out of 5
70 Brisbane Street Annerley QLD
Stay at this apartment in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions XXXX Brewery and Suncorp Stadium are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (234 reviews)
Cosy & affordable property which felt safe and spacious. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

Brisbane Street Studios
Brisbane Holiday Village

Brisbane Holiday Village

4.5 out of 5
10 Holmead Road Eight Mile Plains QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (193 reviews)
The staff were super friendly, cabin great size for a family of 4- super clean and great amenities on premise. Only thing that let down our stay was the cafe/restaurant (which we found out is a completely separate entity). Food was not good quality in terms or offering or taste and not so friendly ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Popular places to visit

Mount Gravatt Lookout showing landscape views, a city and a sunset

Mount Gravatt Lookout

Find out about the history of Brisbane with a stop at Mount Gravatt Lookout. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

Mount Gravatt Lookout
Ballistic Beer Co. showing a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people

Ballistic Beer Co.

Wind down with a flavourful selection of boutique beers and enjoy a casual meal with family and friends in this old factory turned microbrewery.

Ballistic Beer Co.
Australia Water Dragons are common all over Brisbane. I captured this beautiful fellow at Karawatha Forest which is in walking distance to my home in Calamvale. But I've seen hundreds of these cuties in South Bank Parklands, City Botanic Gardens, Roma Street Parklands and even in my university, QUT.

Karawatha Forest Park

Explore the great outdoors at Karawatha Forest Park, a lovely green space in Brisbane. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Karawatha Forest Park
Rocks Riverside Park is an old cement factory that has been converted into a recreational area and walking trail. There's public BBQ facilities, picnic tables, washrooms and a playground. The footpath stretches along Brisbane River and is a beautiful place to run. There's parking at the park but you could also walk here from Oxley train station

Rocks Riverside Park

Explore the great outdoors at Rocks Riverside Park, a lovely green space in Brisbane. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

Rocks Riverside Park
Southbank Parklands which includes general coastal views, wild flowers and a city

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.

South Bank Parklands
The Gabba Cricket stadium in Brisbane

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.

The Gabba

Activities

XXXX Brewery Tour

XXXX Brewery Tour

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
XXXX Brewery Tour
Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure Climb

Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure Climb

AU$150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure Climb
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)

AU$57
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
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Cities near Brisbane South

Roma Street Parkland showing a garden, a city and a river or creek

Brisbane

Killarney Glen, within the Scenic Rim of Queensland and part of Qld National Parks is such a beautiful spot. After a steep walk down (feels steeper going back) you come across a wonderful pebble filled creek and azure waters flowing into a heart shaped pool. Here you'll find repellers, overseas tourists and even young backpackers in their underwear because they forgot their swimmers. I just wanted to find it and take a few photos. Take snacks and water. There are facilities nearby. #queensland #hiking

Capalaba

Beautiful cotton candy sky

Mount Cotton

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