Merthyr, Brisbane

#638 among attractions in Brisbane

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Merthyr is a former suburb of the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is now a neighbourhood within the suburb of New Farm centred on Merthyr Road. ()

Coordinates: 27°27'59"S, 153°3'0"E

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New FarmBrisbane Australia

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Merthyr – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fortitude Valley, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Story Bridge, McWhirters.

1.1 miNW
Entertainment district, Nightlife, Dancing
Fortitude Valley, Brisbane
29 min walk • Fortitude Valley, often simply referred to as "The Valley," is Brisbane's premier entertainment district, pulsating with the energy of its vibrant nightlife, eclectic bars, and dynamic music scene. Situated to the northeast of the city's central business district, this...
1.3 miSW
Climbing, Park, Trail
Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Brisbane
33 min walk • Perched on the edge of the Brisbane River, the Kangaroo Point Cliffs offer a unique blend of natural beauty and exhilarating sporting activity in the heart of the city. These heritage-listed cliffs, with their rugged faces and panoramic views of the city skyline, are a...
0.9 miW
Iconic bridge popular for city scenery
Story Bridge, Brisbane
23 min walk • Spanning the Brisbane River, the Story Bridge is a defining landmark in the city of Brisbane, Australia. This heritage-listed steel cantilever bridge, with its striking design, connects the northern and southern suburbs of Brisbane, offering a vital passage for...
1.1 miNW
Shopping, Department store, Art Deco architecture
McWhirters, Brisbane
30 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, McWhirters stands as a testament to the area's commercial heritage and its modern-day incarnation as a bustling marketplace. Once a grand department store, McWhirters has evolved into a unique shopping...
1.1 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Gasworks Plaza, Brisbane
30 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant inner-city suburb of Newstead in Brisbane, Gasworks Plaza stands as a modern lifestyle and retail destination. This contemporary shopping center, situated at the former site of the historic gasworks, offers a unique blend of dining, shopping,...
1.1 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Brunswick Street Mall, Brisbane
30 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brisbane's vibrant Fortitude Valley, Brunswick Street Mall serves as a pulsating hub of shopping, dining, and entertainment. This pedestrian-only thoroughfare is a focal point of activity, offering a unique blend of local boutiques, eclectic...
0.4 miW
Nightlife, Cinema
New Farm Cinemas, Brisbane
12 min walk • New Farm Cinemas is a cinema at 701 Brunswick Street, New Farm, City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It was first built c. 1921. It is also known as Astor Theatre, Merthyr Picture Palace, and Village Twin Cinema Complex.
~1330 ftW
Gay village, Nightlife
New Farm, Brisbane
7 min walk • New Farm is an inner northern riverside suburb of the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census, New Farm had a population of 12,542 people.
~1070 ftS
Park
New Farm Park, Brisbane
6 min walk • New Farm Park is a heritage-listed riverfront public park at 137 Sydney Street, New Farm, City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by Albert Herbert Foster and built from 1914 to 1950 by Gladwin Legge & Co. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 7 February 2005.
1.1 miSW
Kayaking, Segway tours, Night tours
Riverlife Adventure Centre, Brisbane
29 min walk • Housed in Brisbane's heritage listed Naval Stores, Riverlife is an adventure centre on the Kangaroo Point of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia providing leisure activities. It can be found via Lower River Terrance and is known for its guided kayaking tours, rock climbing instruction, and abseiling.
0.9 miSW
Park, Boat or ferry
Mowbray Park, Brisbane
24 min walk • Mowbray Park and East Brisbane War Memorial are a heritage-listed park and monument within the park on Lytton Road, East Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It was built from 1904 to 1974. It is also known as East Brisbane War Memorial and Riversdale. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Merthyr?

Nearby attractions include New Farm Park, Brisbane (6 min walk), New Farm, Brisbane (7 min walk), Hawthorne, Brisbane (13 min walk), Brunswick Street, Brisbane (14 min walk).

How to get to Merthyr by public transport?

The nearest stations to Merthyr:

Ferry

New Farm Park Ferry Terminal • Lines: Uqsl-1410 (11 min walk)
Hawthorne Ferry Terminal • Lines: Uqsl-1410 (11 min walk)

Bus

Gibbon Street near Dawson Lane stop 10 • Lines: 470 (16 min walk)
James Street near Harcourt Street stop 9 • Lines: 470 (19 min walk)

Train

Fortitude Valley (32 min walk)
Norman Park (34 min walk)