Walking is a great way to explore Brisbane as its compact and well connected. Walkways and bridges link the Southbank area to the nearby contemporary arts precinct and the heart of the city, which is just across the river.

RiverWalk is a network of walking paths, floating boardwalks, parks and bridges that stretches 20 kilometres along the river, making Brisbane ideal for walking,, bike rides and even rollerblading.

Download the riverwalk maps and find out more

Brisbane’s speedy network of electric trains covers the broadest reaches of greater Brisbane and also provides direct access to the city and key sites including, South Bank and Roma Street Parkland. There are also special post-midnight services on Friday and Saturday nights for late night adventurers.

An integrated ticketing system provides passengers flexibility to travel on Translink’s train, bus and ferry services using just the one ticket. Tickets can be purchased at Queensland Rail stations and selected ticketing agents.

Find out more. Visit www.translink.com.au

Brisbane’s comprehensive bus service runs throughout the city connecting the outer and inner suburbs to the CBD, major shopping centres, railway stations and ferry terminals. There are also special NightLink bus services after midnight on Friday and Saturday evenings. Tickets can be purchased on buses and selected ticketing agents.

Find out more. Visit www.translink.com.au

Brisbane is well equipped with an array of taxi services including disability services and larger group bookings – up to 10. There are taxi ranks near business centres, shopping precincts and venues and bookings can also be made online or by phone.

Yellow Cab Co. - ph. 13 19 24 or visit www.yellowcab.com.au

Black and White Cabs – ph. 13 10 08 or visit www.blackandwhitecabs.com.au

If you’re day-tripping to Brisbane’s beautiful fringes, nothing quite beats the freedom of a lovely set of wheels and Brisbane offers a range of car rental options from all of the big names and several local operators. For those who would rather sit back and let someone else do the driving, a comprehensive range of limousine and chauffeured car services are available.

Car hire companies- members

• Abel Rent A Car
• RACQ
• East Coast Car Rentals
• C Car Rentals
• Alpha Car Hire (Ezy Car Hire)
• Avis Australia
• Wicked Campers
• Marque1 Sports Car Rentals
• Travellers Autobarn