Accessible cultural experiences

Brisbane’s creative scene is vibrant, inspiring and increasingly accessible. Whether you’re a local or visiting, these cultural experiences ensure art and entertainment are open to everyone.

Queensland Art Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art

Queensland Art Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA)  celebrates art, ideas and creativity in a venue designed with accessibility at its core. Visitors can enjoy wheelchair access and free hire, hearing loop systems, free sensory kits, guide-dog access and hidden disability sunflower lanyards. In addition, the last Sunday of every month offers guided tours, led by an Auslan trained guide.

Channel Seven Wheel of Brisbane

For those comfortable with great heights, the Channel Seven Wheel of Brisbane offers an accessible experience, and unmatched views over the city skyline and the Brisbane River.  Staff are trained to assist guests with mobility needs, with ramped access from the ticket office to the loading platform. The fully enclosed, air-conditioned gondolas soar 60 metres above the parklands below and allow the option to play an audio guide to the sights beyond.

Queensland Performing Arts Centre

Home to world-class theatre, music, comedy and opera, the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) is committed to ensure all guests can enjoy their experience. , Accessibility features include assisted listening systems, accessible seating, guide-dog access and a range of support services across its venues.

Brisbane City Hall and The Museum of Brisbane

Hidden within the iconic City Hall, the Museum of Brisbane (MoB) celebrates the city’s past, present and future. Visitors can explore exhibitions with wheelchair access, assistance-dog access, sensory maps and other accessibility initiatives designed to make the museum welcoming to all.

Queensland Museum Kurilpa

Queensland Museum Kurilpa offers an engaging Auslan Interpreted Highlights Tour, designed especially for d/Deaf visitors. Led by knowledgeable museum guides and accompanied by a qualified Auslan interpreter, this free tour invites guests to explore the stories behind some of the museum’s most treasured objects. Journey from the prehistoric dinosaurs that once roamed ancient Queensland to the cutting-edge technologies shaping our world today. Along the way, get up close with remarkable specimens from the natural world and discover powerful stories from First Nations peoples who have cared for and connected with this land for tens of thousands of years.

Fortitude Music Hall

Live music and comedy fans are well catered for at Fortitude Music Hall in Fortitude Valley. The purpose built wheelchair accessible venue ensures guest of all abilities can enjoy comfortable viewing  and an unforgettable live performance experience.

Story Bridge Adventure Climb

The Story Bridge Adventure Climb is for everybody, with the introduction of the world’s first accessible bridge climb.. The specially designed climb features adapted equipment, modified pacing, and experienced guides trained to support climbers with diverse abilities. The route showcases breathtaking 360-degree views of Brisbane's skyline, river and beyond, proving that adventure is for anyone with the desire to experience something extraordinary. The team works with individual climbers to assess your needs and ensure a safe, memorable experience.

Where to eat and drink

 

From casual marketplace eats to refined dining, Brisbane’s food and drink scene is as accessible as it is delicious.

The City

Brisbane City delivers accessible dining alongside some of the river’s best views and heritage streetscapes. Many venues offer level entry, spacious interiors and adaptable seating, ensuring a comfortable experience in the heart of the city. Highlights include La Vue Waterfront Restaurant, Blackbird Bar, Malt Dining, Opa Bar & Mezze, Massimo Restaurant & Bar, and Alchemy Restaurant - ideal for everything from relaxed meals to refined dining experiences.

Fortitude Valley

Known for its nightlife and live music, Fortitude Valley also offers a growing number of accessible dining and drinking options across its buzzing streets, making it easy to enjoy the area’s energetic food scene both day and night. James Street is a standout for accessibility, with wide footpaths, mostly level entries and a collection of well-loved dining destinations including sAme sAme, Hellenika, Gerard’s Bistro and Bianca, perfectly pairing great food with Fortitude Valley’s vibrant atmosphere.

Howard Smith Wharves

Set beneath the Story Bridge, Howard Smith Wharves offers riverside dining with seamless accessibility. Elevators connect the precinct to nearby clifftops and the underground carpark, while level pathways and restaurant entries make it easy to explore. With accessible seating throughout, everyone can enjoy world-class food, drinks and Brisbane River views.

Rivermakers

Located in Morningside’s reimagined Heritage Quarter, The Hills of Rivermakers is a bustling gourmet hub with excellent accessible experiences and attractions. Visit Revel Brewing Co. or Bavay Distillery for tastings or hands-on experiences, including house made gin and rum, then explore Mas & Miek’s ceramic workshops for a creative twist on your day out.

South Brisbane and Fish Lane restaurants

South Brisbane is one of Brisbane’s most accessibility-friendly dining precincts, with wide pathways, level entries and a vibrant mix of cafés, bars and restaurants. Accessible dining options in the area include Firma Italian and Bacchus, both offering welcoming layouts suited to a range of mobility needs.

Just nearby, Fish Lane adds to the area’s appeal as a standout dining destination. The first two blocks provide the easiest access and are home to popular venues such as Maker and Bar Brutus, alongside Asian-inspired favourites Southside Restaurant and Hello Please. Visitors should note that the final blocks feature narrower footpaths and limited kerb cuts.

South Bank

South Bank’s riverside dining precinct is lined with ground-level venues and flexible seating, making it easy to enjoy everything from casual bites to long, leisurely lunches by the water. Accessible dining options include Naga Thai, Otto Ristorante, The Jetty South Bank, Ole Restaurant and The Terrace Rooftop Bar at Emporium Hotel, all offering a relaxed way to dine with scenic Brisbane River views.

Accessible parks and outdoor adventures

With lush gardens, picnic spots and gently graded pathways, Roma Street Parkland  is a peaceful city retreat. The park features accessible paths, picnic tables, barbeques and bathrooms. Additionally, the gardens offer pre-booked sensory walks, Auslan interpreter tours and group walks available free of charge.

South Bank Parklands

South Bank’s riverside parklands continue to expand their inclusive offerings. Streets Beach features ramped access and a beach wheelchair available for hire. Getting around South Bank is also easy and beautiful as there are concrete pathways, many shaded beneath the blooming bougainvillea flowers.

City Botanic Gardens

From Bamboo Grove to the Weeping Fig Avenue, the Brisbane’s City Botanic Gardens offer timeless beauty with accessibility in mind. The Bamboo Grove, Weeping Fig Avenue and ornamental ponds, are just some of the crowd favourites. The gardens have ensured that everyone can enjoy the beautiful sights with gentle sloping on boardwalks and paths accessible picnic tables and an all-abilities playground  to ensure everyone can enjoy this tranquil riverside setting.

Riverlife Tandem Bike Hire

 Explore Brisbane’s parklands on wheels with Riverlife Adventure Centre’s tandem bike hire. Located in Kangaroo Point, hire a tandem bike for half-day, full-day or weeklong hire designed to accommodate a rider and a wheelchair passenger, this unique experience allows you and a companion to explore at your own pace while creating unforgettable memories.

Explore (a little) further afar

You needn’t travel far to uncover accessible adventures just beyond the city. Beautiful island escapes, vineyards and old-world charm are just around the corner, and better yet, they’re accessible for all day-trippers.

Scenic Rim

The Scenic Rim is bursting with accessible activities which allows everyone to enjoy the lush and picturesque scenery. Tamborine Mountain have some incredible accessible locations, including the Botanic Gardens is mostly accessible for wheelchairs as well as a garden guide app downloadable on Apple and Android devices. The Gallery Walk is completely level with all shops either being level or accessible through ramped access. The Tambourine Rainforest Skywalk has the upper walkway and cantilever lookout that are step free and of gentle gradients, caution should be exercised as the deck is made of expanded metal grates with small holes. Summer Land Camel Farm, although is outside, can be accessed with suitable wheelchairs and the attached café are also accessible with suitable wheelchair access.

Sirromet Winery

Nestled among Mount Cotton’s rolling hills and vineyards, Sirromet Winery combines many of life’s greatest pleasures in one accessible location. Sip top-notch wines outdoors with a view over the sprawling vineyards, while wallabies hop through lavender fields, enjoy an accessible wine tasting, dine at Restaurant Lurleen’s for a spot of sophisticated dining, and book a staycation at the luxurious Sanctuary by Sirromet - all with accessibility front of mind.

Tangalooma Island Resort

Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island/ Mulgumpin is an ideal island getaway just off the coast with clear waters, white sand, endless activities to keep you occupied. The resort provides wheelchair-accessible accommodation, boat transfers, beach wheelchairs, access ramps, buggy hire and submersible wheelchairs, making it easier for everyone to enjoy sun, sand and sea.

Ready to access more of Brisbane? Plan your visits to the best Brisbane accessibility experiences and attractions today.