South Bank's most scenic walks and Strolls
Clem Jones Promenade, South Bank
With far more sunshine than rain falling on our glittering capital city, taking a walk to get your steps up or just decompress is high on the list of things to do. Whatever your reason, South Bank is home to some of the most scenic walks and strolls in Brisbane. Plus it’s free!
So pull on that activewear, lace up those walking shoes and get ready to walk this way (and that way), weaving your way across the 16 hectares of South Bank’s most flat, easy strolls.
For more details and information on each of these walks, check the South Bank map.
Clem Jones Promenade
Overlooking the mighty Maiwar / Brisbane River and with uninterrupted views of Brisbane’s burgeoning city skyline, The Clem Jones Promenade is one of Brisbane’s most popular thoroughfares for a reason. Our tip is to start at the Epicurious Garden end and wander down the length of South Bank Parkland, through to the Cultural Precinct. Snap a pic in front of the Brisbane sign as you head past, meandering along the riverfront towards the State Library and QAGOMA on the river side.
Arbour, South Bank
The Arbour
Get acquainted with one of Brisbane’s most defining landmarks during this easy walk. The 1km long Arbour curls through the South Bank Parklands and features 443 gnarled galvanised steel posts clad with vibrant magenta bougainvillea flowers. Insider hint: start at the Cultural Forecourt end and finish up at River Quay. Then treat yourself to a coffee or a bite to eat with a jaw dropping view at one of River Quay’s restaurants afterwards!
South Bank to CBD bridge loop
Spend your day exploring Brisbane’s north and south river banks with the South Bank to CBD bridge loop. Start at South Bank’s heritage-listed Victoria Bridge Abutment and read about the colourful history of the previous two Victoria Bridges. Then, wander over the current Victoria Bridge for stunning views up and down the river and the ever-growing skyline of skyscrapers looming in front of you. Loop through the city next before heading back to South Bank Parklands via the Goodwill Bridge, an award-winning pedestrian bridge at the southern end of the precinct (near the Maritime Museum).
South Bank to Kangaroo Point Cliffs
If your boots were made for serious walking, start at the Clem Jones Promenade and work your way along to the picturesque Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park. The roughly 2.5 km route will take you past views of the city and QUT Gardens Point, finishing across the river from Brisbane’s Eagle Street and Riverside precincts. Still going strong? Keep powering along the waterfront through to the Story Bridge, or climb the Kangaroo Point Cliffs stairs and loop back past the Queensland Maritime Museum to South Bank. Make sure to stop on the top of the Queensland heritage-listed clifftop for a picture of the city with the Parklands in the background.
