Explore on your own rating
Nice city, but the main terminal is out by the river mouth.
Where ships dock
- Brisbane International Cruise Terminal (Luggage Point; no public transport)
- Portside Wharf, Hamilton (smaller ships)
Getting to town
From Luggage Point, use a taxi, rideshare or cruise-line shuttle; there is no public transport.
City ferries and buses once you're downtown.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: Australian dollar (AUD). Cards are accepted almost everywhere.
Entry: U.S. citizens need an Australian Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before travel, including cruise passengers. Apply only through the official "AustralianETA" app; there's an AUD 20 service fee and no visa charge. Beware look-alike websites. (Australian Embassy USA / Home Affairs, checked Oct 2026.)
Top sights nearby
- South Bank Parklands
- Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
- CityCat ferries
Beaches
- Streets Beach (South Bank lagoon)
Safety & tips
- Book transfers early.
- Koala sanctuary needs half a day.
- It's hot and humid in summer.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Allow 45+ minutes from the city back to Luggage Point.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.