Gardens Point, Brisbane

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Gardens Point is a peninsula in central Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is located south of Alice Street and bounded by the Brisbane River on its other three sides. ()

Coordinates: 27°28'60"S, 153°1'60"E

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Kangaroo PointBrisbane Australia

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Gardens Point – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.7 miNW
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...
0.5 miN
Riverside oasis for plants and recreation
City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane
14 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.
0.5 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
Queensland Maritime Museum, Brisbane
12 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...
~1920 ftN
Climbing, Park, Trail
Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Brisbane
10 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...
~1760 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
The Gabba, Brisbane
9 min walk • The Gabba, an iconic sports venue nestled in the heart of Brisbane, Australia, stands as a bastion of the country's rich cricketing tradition and a hub for Australian Rules Football. Officially known as the Brisbane Cricket Ground, it acquired the nickname 'The Gabba'...
0.6 miW
Museum
Griffith University Art Museum, Brisbane
15 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...
0.4 miNW
Bridge
Goodwill Bridge, Brisbane
11 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.
0.6 miN
Kayaking, Segway tours, Night tours
Riverlife Adventure Centre, Brisbane
16 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.
0.5 miNW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Old Government House, Brisbane
13 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.
~1910 ftNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Riverstage, Brisbane
10 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.
0.4 miW
Ship
HMAS Diamantina, Brisbane
11 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gardens Point?

Nearby attractions include St Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Brisbane (3 min walk), Brisbane Australia Temple, Brisbane (5 min walk), Phoenix Buildings, Brisbane (7 min walk), Captain Cook Bridge, Brisbane (9 min walk).

How to get to Gardens Point by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gardens Point:

Bus

Woolloongabba station, platform 1 • Lines: 100, 204, 61 (6 min walk)
Woolloongabba Station (6 min walk)

Ferry

Maritime Museum Ferry Terminal • Lines: Chop-400 (8 min walk)
QUT Ferry Terminal • Lines: Uqsl-1410 (14 min walk)

Train

South Bank (17 min walk)
Park Road (19 min walk)