Kurilpa Library, Brisbane

Name: Kurilpa Library
Address: 174 Boundary Street, Brisbane, Australia

#290 among attractions in Brisbane

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Kurilpa Library is a heritage-listed library at 178 Boundary Road, West End, City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It was built in 1929 and added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 5 February 2007. Despite being purpose-built as a municipal library, it was also sometimes referred to as the West End School of Arts. It now houses the West End Library, a branch of Brisbane City Council library system. ()

Built: 1923 (101 years ago)Coordinates: 27°28'57"S, 153°0'43"E

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174 Boundary StreetHighgate HillBrisbane Australia

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Kurilpa Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: South Bank Parklands, Queensland Museum, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Cremorne Theatre.

0.7 miNE
Park, Game and entertainment center, Playground
South Bank Parklands, Brisbane
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brisbane, Australia, the South Bank Parklands offer an idyllic retreat within the bustling cityscape. This vibrant, manicured oasis spans 17 hectares along the southern bank of the Brisbane River and stands as a testament to urban renewal...
0.7 miNE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Queensland Museum, Brisbane
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brisbane, the Queensland Museum stands as a beacon of cultural and natural heritage in this vibrant Australian city. Established in 1862, this premier institution has long been a custodian of Queensland's rich history, showcasing a diverse...
0.6 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Brisbane
15 min walk • The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC), situated in the heart of Brisbane, Australia, is a premier venue for sports, exhibitions, and a wide array of events. This world-class facility is renowned for hosting international sporting competitions, as well as...
0.7 miNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Cremorne Theatre, Brisbane
18 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Brisbane, Australia, the Cremorne Theatre stands as a beacon of cultural sophistication and performance art. This intimate venue, known for its unique thrust stage design, is situated within the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC)...
0.7 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Brisbane
19 min walk • The Queensland Performing Arts Centre is part of the Queensland Cultural Centre and is located on the corner of Melbourne Street and Grey Street in Brisbane's South Bank precinct. Opened in 1985, it includes the Lyric Theatre, Concert Hall, Playhouse and Cremorne Theatre.
1 miNE
Nightlife, Gambling, Casino
Treasury Building, Brisbane
27 min walk • The Treasury Building, also previously known as the New Public Offices, is a heritage-listed former government public administration building located at 21 Queen Street, Brisbane City, City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It was built from 1886 to 1928 for the Queensland Government.
1 miNE
Hotel casino, Nightlife, Gambling
Treasury Casino, Brisbane
27 min walk • The Treasury Casino, also known as The Treasury is a casino in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It also houses a hotel, 6 restaurants, 5 bars, and a nightclub. The casino is operated by Star Entertainment Group.
0.7 miNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
South Bank Piazza, Brisbane
17 min walk • The South Bank Piazza is a multi-purpose venue located in the South Bank Parklands in Brisbane, Australia. The Courier-Mail was the naming rights sponsor of the venue from 2013, prior to which it was known as the Suncorp Piazza and is currently known as the South Bank Piazza.
0.6 miNW
Park, Flea market, Shopping
Davies Park Market, Brisbane
15 min walk • Davies Park is a sporting venue in the suburb of West End in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is located at the corner of Jane St, Montague Road & Riverside Drive, West End.
0.6 miNE
Area
South Brisbane, Brisbane
16 min walk • South Brisbane is an inner southern suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census, South Brisbane had a population of 7,196 people.
0.7 miNE
Observation wheel offering city views
Wheel of Brisbane, Brisbane
19 min walk • The Wheel of Brisbane is an Observation Wheel in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is 60 metres tall.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kurilpa Library?

Nearby attractions include West End, Brisbane (4 min walk), Dornoch Terrace Bridge, Brisbane (9 min walk), Musgrave Park, Brisbane (10 min walk), St Andrews Anglican Church, Brisbane (12 min walk).

How to get to Kurilpa Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kurilpa Library:

Bus

South Bank busway station, platform 1 • Lines: 100, 204, 61 (16 min walk)
South Bank (16 min walk)

Train

South Bank (18 min walk)
Auchenflower (26 min walk)

Ferry

South Bank Ferry Terminal 2 • Lines: Uqsl-1410 (20 min walk)
West End Ferry Terminal • Lines: Uqsl-1410 (20 min walk)