The Gap Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
The Gabba
Catch an event at The Gabba during your trip to Brisbane. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
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.
Treasury Building
A magnificent 19th-century building and riverside jewel that is now host to one of Queensland’s biggest casinos and entertainment precincts.
Queen Street Mall
Visit Brisbane's premier shopping destination, where modern shops & boutiques are set behind 19th & 20th century building facades.
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
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal
From Brisbane: Gold Coast Day Tour with Lunch
Brisbane Story Bridge Adventure Climb
Noosa, Eumundi Markets, Glass House Mountains from Brisbane
Our pick of the best The Gap Hotel Deals
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Modern clean rooms with welcoming and helpful staff
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
Rooms very small, however have everything you require. Water pressure in shower and taps very poor
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Royal On The Park
Our room was fantastic and clean. The pool and spa needs a little upkeep with missing tiles in the pool and many loose rocks in the spa which also doesn't have back jets (still enjoyable though). The concierge on arrival was delightful! On checkout there were charges made from the bar and restaurant ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Rydges South Bank
Beautiful property in a great central location! Would happily visit again
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX
The location is awesome, staff are very helpful and friendly had a couple of small issues and they were resolved asap. Sadly not so clean, the bathroom needs to be deep cleaned along with washing machine and dish washer. I would not recommend the bath and shower gel as it made my skin super dry. ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
InterContinental Brisbane by IHG
Staff attentive and helpful, great location, lovely pool area and lobby bar. Rooms a little dated but clean.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Gap
Toowong
Unique features of Toowong include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Toowong Village or Regatta Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
Milton
Unique features of Milton include the river views and restaurants. Make a stop by XXXX Brewery or Suncorp Stadium while you're exploring the area.
West End
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in West End. You might want to make time for a stop at Brisbane Brewing Co. or West End Ferry Terminal.
South Brisbane
South Brisbane is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Queensland Performing Arts Centre or Queensland Museum and Sciencentre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Spring Hill
You'll love the popular shops in Spring Hill, and you might want to stick around to check out Old Windmill & Observatory, a top place to visit.
St. Lucia
You'll enjoy the museums and golf courses in St. Lucia. You might want to make time for a stop at Saint Lucia Golf Links or Guyatt Park Ferry Terminal.
