The city:
How to get there

Drive, park and save 

If you’re starting work early, powering through your shopping list, taking in the sights over a leisurely weekend or meeting friends for a catch-up, there’s a parking deal sure to save you time and money.

The shopping centres places along Queen Street Mall, all have multi-level parking basements. MacArthur Central, Wintergarden, Queensplaza and Uptown each have weekday, evening and weekend parking availability in addition to early-bird prices. If you book ahead of time, online, you are guaranteed a spot with the best price.

King George Square car park, QUT Gardens Point and 200 Mary Street also offer idyllic locations for your weekend parking needs.

Public transport 

Brisbane’s public transport system stretches to every corner of The City with busways, train lines and ferry services all passing through The City. While cash is acceptable on many services, the easiest, cheapest and most efficient way to pay is by using the ‘tap and go system’ with your card or by purchasing a go card. A go card only needs $5 credit (and a refundable deposit of $10 for adults, $5 concession) and you’re ready to go. You can top up your go card balance online, over the phone, at fare machines at major bus and train stations or at more than 1000 retailers in south-east Queensland. Whether you use a go card or your credit card, it only costs 50cents per trip, no matter how far or wide your travel is. This 50cent fare is the same across trains, buses and ferries.

You can buy go cards at:

·  Queensland Rail Station ticket offices

·  On board Brisbane City Council CityCat and Ferries

·  Fare machines at G:link and busway stations

·  Selected retailers where you see the 'buy' symbol 

Bus

Brisbane’s buses are frequent, reliable and cover much of The City’s inner and outer suburbs. Bus stations at King George Square and Queen Street are major hubs connecting commuters with The City.

Train

There are two major stations in The City – Central Station and Roma Street Station – and all inbound trains travel through these. If you’re looking to get to the Queen Street Mall or access the eastern parts of The City then disembark at Central Station.

CityCat and KittyCat

Brisbane is the river city so what better way to experience The City than along the weaving and winding bends of the Brisbane River? CityCats travel between St Lucia in the south and Northshore Hamilton in the north, seven days a week with weekday services more frequent. The KittyCat travels between inner-city stations including South Bank, Kangaroo Point and New Farm. Cross-river ferries operate between cross points including Bulimba to Teneriffe, Kangaroo Point to Eagle Street and Norman Park to New Farm.

Private transport

Taxi

Black and White Cabs and 13cabs service the greater Brisbane area and its surrounds.

Rideshare

Use your smartphone to order a ride with one of the many rideshare services operating in Brisbane including Uber, DiDi, Ola and Shebah. Be mindful of any restrictions on busy City streets and always meet your driver at the recommended pick-up location.

Active transport

Get on your bike or hire an e-scooter 

Riding along the river on one of The City’s cycleways or mixed-use paths is one of Brisbane’s best experiences. If you don’t have a bike or scooter of your own, hire one of the many available e-bikes and e-scooters stationed across The City. Download the relevant smartphone app, register your details and pick up an e-bike or e-scooter from an e-mobility hub or virtual parking zone. Don't forget that helmets are mandatory so strap one on your head before setting off.

Walk

Hit your daily step goal by strolling through The City. The pedestrian-friendly City Centre is lined with beautiful walkways and accessible bridges that make it easy to walk all across Brisbane.