The City

Discover The City- your one-stop destination packed with the best places to shop, dine, stay & play.

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Welcome to The City

For locals and visitors, The City is a dynamic hub filled with places to shop, dine, stay, and play. At the heart of it all is Queen Street Mall, where rich heritage and modern retail collide to create an unbeatable open-air promenade, nestled among an army of skyscrapers. Here you’ll find over 500 retailers, ranging from department stores to local and international designer precincts like Uptown, Wintergarden, QueensPlaza, and Brisbane Arcade. 
 
The City also offers a gastronomic adventure of culinary delights that are sure to tantalise the taste buds. Indulge in delectable dishes at award-winning restaurants, explore the charm of hidden laneways, unwind at rooftop bars, or relish in riverside dining spots. Plus, with a wide selection of the best all-day cafes, The City is the ultimate haven for foodies to explore. 

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Local City Sounds artist performing in The City
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Permits, busking, filming and events in Brisbane City
Looking to film, run an event, busk or apply for a permit in The City? Read on for more information.
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The Hummin performing at City Sounds in Queen Street Mall
Event & venue hire
Queen Street Mall and Reddacliff Place offer excellent venues for hosting events.
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Brisbane City vehicle access application
To ensure pedestrian safety, traffic restrictions apply to all malls. You must obtain a permit of vehicle access for cars, trucks and other types of vehicles.