Brisbane River

Why go

Follow a specific riverfront segment to understand Brisbane’s layout. Riverwalk offers a view towards Kangaroo Point and the central business district, while bridges and parks reveal how neighbourhoods meet the water at different points. Pick the viewpoint before setting off.

What to look for

• The inner-city Riverwalk looks across to Kangaroo Point.
• The river bends around the central business district before continuing towards Moreton Bay.

The full story

The river has long determined how Brisbane moves and grows. It carried traffic between the settlement and inland districts before rail became a stronger connection, and its bends still shape the streets and bridges visitors use today. Floods, including the major events of 1974 and 2011, remain part of the city’s history and explain why river infrastructure matters. For a visitor, the useful way to experience this broad waterway is from a particular place. The Brisbane Riverwalk between the city and New Farm puts you close to the water and frames views towards Kangaroo Point. Other bridges and riverfront parks reveal different reaches. Choose a named riverside path or viewpoint; the river mouth is far from the central sights, and access varies along its banks.

Useful to know

• Choose a named riverside path or lookout for the part of the river you want to see.
• Check conditions for the particular path or ferry service you plan to use.

Your next visit

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