QPAC is located on the corner of Grey and Melbourne Streets, South Bank, Queensland, Australia.
Ideally situated on the banks of the Brisbane River at South Bank, alongside 17 hectares of river walks, manicured parks, rainforest settings, restaurants and craft markets, QPAC is a five minute walk from the Brisbane city heart. QPAC is part of the Cultural Centre and the dynamic South Bank precinct. View a detailed map of QPAC.
The Lyric Theatre, Concert Hall and adjacent foyer areas of QPAC have just undergone an extensive refurbishment to improve the QPAC experience for all. More information about the refurbishment.
Important access information
Following the refurbishment, there are some important changes to access at QPAC.
Cars are no longer permitted in the tunnel through the centre of QPAC, creating a much safer, pedestrian-only thoroughfare. Please note the following changes:
The tunnel through the centre of QPAC is closed to all vehicles
Access to the Riverside car park and other Cultural Centre car parks is via Melbourne Street, Stanley Place or Russell Street.
A drop off point for patrons with mobility difficulties is located in Grey Street.
A ramp and entry canopy provides covered access from Grey Street to the main entrance.
The taxi rank will also be on Grey Street.
To ensure you don’t miss the start of your show, please allow enough time for your trip and check the map for the best access routes.
Traffic Changes - South Brisbane
From Monday 4 May, traffic changes will occur in the areas of Merivale, Peel and Cordelia Streets, South Brisbane. These changes should not affect access to QPAC if you drive along Peel, Melbourne or Grey Streets. However, you may be affected if you park in the streets around South Brisbane. More information (PDF).
Public Transport
By train to South Brisbane Station, opposite QPAC in Grey Street.
By bus to the Cultural Centre Busway Station on the Melbourne Street side of QPAC.
By CityCat to South Bank Ferry Terminal which is only a short walk along the river from QPAC, in South Bank Parklands.
By taxi to the designated taxi set-down and pick-up area on the Grey Street side of QPAC. Free taxi phones are located in the main Melbourne Street foyer, the Cremorne Theatre Lobby and the coffee shop level of the Playhouse, as well as at Stage Door.
For train, bus and CityCat timetable information please telephone Transinfo on 131 230 or visit www.translink.com.au.
Parking
QPAC Car Park - Entry via Melbourne St $14 per visit (weekends and after 9am weekdays), $16 per pre-paid visit (weekends and after 9am weekdays) $20 per visit (before 9am weekdays). Open 7am-10pm Mon, 7am-12am Tue-Fri, 8.30am-12am Sat, 8.30am-10pm Sun.
Find more information about Parking in the South Bank Precinct, such as the Art Gallery/Museum, State Library, Convention Centre and South Bank Car parks. Pre-Paid Parking at QPAC Take advantage of the pre-paid car parking service, which offers guaranteed, safe and convenient parking at QPAC. The car park ticket will be issued with your theatre tickets, ready for use on the night. This facility is limited per performance, so arrange your car parking early! A similar pre-paid car parking service is also available for the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Book your pre-paid parking through qtix 136 246 or online at www.qtix.com.au.
South Bank Parking Guidance System
Visiting South Bank is now a lot easier thanks to a new electronic guidance system.
Signs at the car parks and major entry points to South Bank feature illuminated indicators showing the amount of space available at each car park - green indicates the amount of available parking, while red indicates the amount that is unavailable.
Signs displaying a simplified map of routes to the parking zones within the precinct are located at:
Grey Street, south of William Jolly Bridge
Victoria Bridge outbound near QPAC
Vulture Street, south of Grey Street
Ernest Street inbound facing Gladstone Road
Signs at each car park and in other key areas around the precinct indicate availability of parking spaces at each venue. Find out more about the South Bank Parking Guidance System.
Using Queensland Cultural Centre Car Parks
Automatic Pay Stations To enable free flow of traffic exiting after a performance, patrons are required to pay the parking fee of $12 at the automatic pay stations on entry to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre and Art Gallery/Museum car parks. The pay stations accept payment by cash or credit card (MasterCard and Visa) and will print receipts on request.
Cash The pay stations will accept change, $5 notes, $10 notes and $20 notes only and will provide change in $1 and $2 coins. The pay stations will not accept $50 and $100 notes.
Credit Card Upon insertion of a credit card the $12 fee will be deducted, the card returned, receipts will be printed on request and the gate will then rise.
During peak times of pre-performances and events, the booths will be staffed for manual operation and to assist patrons with directions and information requirements. Staff will also be available in the event of pay station equipment failure. Unfortunately, staff will be unable to provide change for the car park.
Non-Smoking
In line with Queenlands Government Legislation, QPAC is now a smoke free environment. Smoking is not permitted within the building or in the open spaces around the building. This includes all balconies, eating areas and the courtyard. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.
Patrons with individual needs
If you require assistance due to mobility difficulties or other specific needs, please mention your requirements when booking.
There are designated drop-off zones for patrons with mobility difficulties at Grey Street (for Lyric Theatre and Concert Hall), Russell Street (for Playhouse) and outside the Cremorne Theatre entrance.
All theatres have dedicated seating locations for patrons in wheelchairs. Please specify your requirements when you book with qtix by telephone on 136 246.
All theatres have Sennheiser Infra-Red Sound Reinforcement Systems for patrons with hearing impairments. Please enquire when booking.
Selected performances will be audio described and professionally signed by an Auslan interpreter. To find out more, please enquire when booking.
