South Bank, Queensland

The South Bank area was a central point for immigration in Brisbane in the 1840s and by the 1850s had become the city's main business district.

[3] [4][5] In 1984 South Bank was chosen for World Expo 88, the event lasted from 30 April to 30 October 1988 and brought in 18 million visitors during its run.

[6] The South Bank Parklands, which were established on the former site of World Expo 88, are one of Brisbane's most popular tourist attractions.

The parklands are home to many restaurants and cafés as well as landmarks such as the Queensland Conservatorium, the Wheel of Brisbane, the Nepalese Peace Pagoda, Streets Beach (a free human-made swimming area), and the Grand Arbour.

[14][15] The Queensland Maritime Museum is located next to the Goodwill Bridge at the southern end of the South Bank Parklands.