If you are planning to board your cruise ship at Brisbane, you will be spending some time at the amazing Brisbane International Cruise Terminal, which is where all cruise passengers board their ships. Most ships dock at Portside Wharf, which is only 10km from the CBD.
There is also the Multi-Use Terminal, which is 23km from the CBD. With shuttles from both that take you into the heart of Brisbane, getting into the city is never an issue.
Exploring Brisbane
If you are spending some time docked at Brisbane, you simply must explore this amazing city, and with many last minute cruises from Brisbane, you could book your cruise and then spend a couple of days staying in Brisbane prior to the sailing date.
Brisbane is the capital city of Queensland and is very much a tourist destination for both domestic and foreign tourists alike, and with so much to see and do, you should allow yourself at least a few days for sightseeing.
Beautiful Parks
One noticeable thing about Brisbane is the number of pristine parks where you can relax and enjoy the natural beauty. As Brisbane is a premier tourist destination, you will find no end of amazing places to visit, with the long stretch of sandy beaches that are home to some great restaurants, and if water sports are your thing, you certainly have a wide range of activities including surfing, snorkelling and kayaking.
Brisbane Maritime Museum
What better way to learn about Australian maritime history than a visit the popular Brisbane Maritime Museum, which is full of interesting exhibits that depict the life of sailors over a century ago. Here you can actually board old warships and other vessels, which is a unique experience for the kids, and adults can also gain a valuable insight into marine life in the past.
Brisbane River Cruise
This takes in the unique Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, which has been around for over 60 years, and with local commentary, you can sail down the Brisbane River, taking in the beautiful views on both sides.
The trip last almost 6 hours and you will have a chance to actually hold a koala bear, which is an amazing experience that you won’t want to miss.
Gondwana Rainforest
This is a World Heritage Site that is only a short drive from Brisbane, where you can explore the famous glow worm caves at Cedar Creek, while also sampling wines from the local vineyards.
This is a great place for the family to spend the day, and there are organised tours that will pick you up at the Cruise Port and return you there at the end of the trip.
Whether you are boarding your ship at Brisbane, or it is one of the stops on your cruise route, there is so much to see and do in the amazing city of Brisbane, and when you are ready to board the ship, you can look forward to a great holiday as your cruise the seas around Queensland.
