South Brisbane Library, Brisbane

Name: South Brisbane Library
Address: Brisbane, Australia

#407 among attractions in Brisbane

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South Brisbane Library is a heritage-listed former library at 472 Stanley Street, South Brisbane, City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by Francis Drummond Greville Stanley and built from 1881 to 1902 by W Macfarlane. It is also known as South Brisbane School of Arts, South Brisbane Mechanics Institute, South Brisbane Technical College, and South Brisbane Post & Telegraph Office. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992. It now houses the Griffith University Film School, which forms part of the Queensland College of Art. ()

Coordinates: 27°28'57"S, 153°1'35"E

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South Brisbane Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: South Bank Parklands, City Botanic Gardens, Queensland Maritime Museum, Kangaroo Point Cliffs.

0.4 miNW
Park, Game and entertainment center, Playground
South Bank Parklands, Brisbane
10 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...
0.5 miNE
Riverside oasis for plants and recreation
City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brisbane, the City Botanic Gardens is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil retreat from the urban bustle. Established in the 19th century, these heritage-listed gardens sprawl across 49 acres along the banks of the Brisbane River.
~290 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Queensland Maritime Museum, Brisbane
2 min walk • Nestled alongside the Brisbane River, the Queensland Maritime Museum serves as a tribute to the nautical history of Queensland and Australia. Established in 1971, this museum is a treasure trove for those fascinated by the sea, ships, and the rich maritime heritage...
0.6 miNE
Climbing, Park, Trail
Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Brisbane
15 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...
~770 ftNW
Museum
Griffith University Art Museum, Brisbane
4 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant cultural landscape of Brisbane, Australia, the Griffith University Art Museum is a beacon of creative expression and scholarly research. As an integral part of the Queensland College of Art, which is one of Australia's longest-running art...
~750 ftN
Bridge
Goodwill Bridge, Brisbane
4 min walk • The Goodwill Bridge is a pedestrian and cyclist bridge which spans the Brisbane River in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. The bridge connects the South Bank Parklands in South Brisbane to Gardens Point in the Brisbane CBD.
0.4 miNE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Old Government House, Brisbane
11 min walk • Queensland's first Government House is located at Gardens Point in the grounds of the Queensland University of Technology at the end of George Street in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
~1760 ftNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Riverstage, Brisbane
9 min walk • Riverstage is an outdoor entertainment venue in Brisbane, Australia. The venue occupies a 2 ha site within the City Botanic Gardens and has a capacity of 9,500. The Brisbane Festival makes regularly use of the venue.
0.5 miNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
South Bank Piazza, Brisbane
13 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.
~320 ftNE
Ship
HMAS Diamantina, Brisbane
2 min walk • HMAS Diamantina, named after the Diamantina River in Queensland, is a River-class frigate that served the Royal Australian Navy. Constructed in the mid-1940s, Diamantina was active from 1945 until 1946, was placed in reserve, then was recommissioned as a survey ship from 1959 until 1980.
0.6 miNW
Observation wheel offering city views
Wheel of Brisbane, Brisbane
16 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 South Brisbane Library?

Nearby attractions include South Brisbane Dry Dock, Brisbane (2 min walk), South Brisbane Railway Easement, Brisbane (2 min walk), Queensland Maritime Museum, Brisbane (2 min walk), HMAS Diamantina, Brisbane (2 min walk).

How to get to South Brisbane Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to South Brisbane Library:

Ferry

Maritime Museum Ferry Terminal • Lines: Chop-400 (4 min walk)
QUT Ferry Terminal • Lines: Uqsl-1410 (8 min walk)

Bus

Mater Hill station, platform 1 • Lines: 100, 204, 61 (5 min walk)
Mater Hill (5 min walk)

Train

South Bank (6 min walk)
Park Road (21 min walk)