Wakerley 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.
Queen Street Mall
Visit Brisbane's premier shopping destination, where modern shops & boutiques are set behind 19th & 20th century building facades.
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.
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
Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
3 Day Ticket Dreamworld, WhiteWater World & SkyPoint
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Our pick of the best Wakerley Hotel Deals
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Nice hotel and I liked the room layout and the staff were great. At $550 a night I don’t think water in the room is too much to ask for along with a safe kettle and tea bags of a quality above floor sweepings and definitely not instant coffee! There were negatives but not the hotel’s fault. We didn’t ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
walkable location: easy access to shops, cafes, restaurants, public transport and southbank. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX
The appartment was clean i had 4 towels 1 handtowel and 1 facewasher used first 2 towels went to use the other 2 on Saturday night found what looked like blood stain on it i didnt use it but put with the other towels used the last towel was also had a stain on it my only complaint
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Royal On The Park
Clean room, amazing staff, perfect location for the CBD as well as south brisbane
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
good in general, no complains
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel
Good overnight stay. Comfortable bed and clean. Nice fluffy towels and great shower. Easy check in and check out. Restaurant on site pretty good for evening meal with plenty of choices. Did not do breakfast as we had an early check out.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wakerley
Manly
Manly is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Manly Harbour Village and Manly Boat Harbour.
Wynnum
Wynnum is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wynumm Golf Club and Moreton Bay.
Bulimba
While there might not be top attractions in Bulimba, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Portside Wharf and Albion Park Raceway.
Brisbane Airport
Travellers come to Brisbane Airport for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like DFO Brisbane and Moreton Bay while you're in town.
New Farm
Unique features of New Farm include the river views and coffee shops. Make a stop by Brisbane Powerhouse or Howard Smith Wharves while you're exploring the area.
Hamilton
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Hamilton. A stop by Portside Wharf or Eat Street Markets might round out your trip.
