Home to QPAC, South Bank is Brisbane’s cultural epicentre – a hub of creative venues, events and festivals.
While you’re in Brisbane for Ballet Preljocaj’s exclusive season of Swan Lake, enjoy internationally acclaimed art exhibitions at gallery duo QAGOMA; be spellbound by amazing natural phenomena at the Queensland Museum and be transported to other worlds with all that the State Library of Queensland offers. Once you’ve done that, wander the tree-lined streets of South Bank Parklands for diverse food offerings from award-winning restaurants with spectacular river views.
Take a short stroll over one of the bridges that connects South Bank to the vibrant city centre where you’ll find Brisbane’s retail hub, combining designer shops with the best of local designers. Discover more about Brisbane with a visit to the Museum of Brisbane, found in the beautiful City Hall, or hear and see what the locals love with a Brisbane Greeters tour.
Eat and Drink
Whether you’re a self-confessed foodie or just eager to satisfy hunger pangs, there’s always an outstanding eatery to visit. Outdoor dining precincts in Brisbane are especially popular, including James Street and the ever-popular Howard Smith Wharves, where a cluster of must-taste restaurants collide. Or experience a contemporary, modern Australian menu highlighting the finest locally sourced ingredients on-site at QPAC’s Lyrebird restaurant.
Accommodation
When it comes to places to stay in Queensland, the accommodation is an experience in itself.
Whether you’d like to immerse yourself in luxury, at a five-star resort with all the trimmings, or prefer a night spent in the fresh air sleeping out under the stars. Conveniently in Queensland, you’ll find the accommodation is as diverse as the landscape, with a place to stay for every type of traveller.
Travel Information
What you need to know before your trip to Queensland.
En route to Queensland? This practical travel information will guide you through everything you'll need to know for your getaway in the Sunshine State.
What Else Is On in Queensland
Want to experience the energy and spirit of Queensland while you’re here for QPAC’s International Series?
Mark your calendar with Queensland’s incredible events line-up. Visit a one-of-a-kind immersive event at Bluey’s World Brisbane, and dine by the beach at a gourmet food festival with a menu prepared by acclaimed celebrity chefs.
One thing’s for sure, these experiences will stay with you long after curtain call.
QPAC International Series
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Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake Photography: JC Carbonne 2025 QPAC International Series Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake
31 May - 7 Jun 2025Lyric TheatreA Swan Lake like no other. Experience the breathtaking artistry of Ballet Preljocaj, exclusive to Brisbane.
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Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake Photography: JC Carbonne About Ballet Preljocaj
Discover more about Ballet Preljocaj, a contemporary ballet company based in Aix-en-Provence, France.
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Teatro alla Scala Ballet Company (La Scala Ballet) 2018 Join the International Series Waitlist
Stay in the loop with QPAC International Series announcements and sign up to the waitlist.
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Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake Photography: JC Carbonne Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake
Ballet Preljocaj returns to Australia in 2025 as part of the QPAC International Series with Swan Lake.
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Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake Photography: JC Carbonne About QPAC International Series
Since 2009, the QPAC International Series has welcomed some of the world’s finest performing arts companies – including Bolshoi Ballet, The Royal Ballet and Teatro alla Scala – exclusively to Queensland.
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La Force de l’âge (In One’s Prime) QPAC and Alliance Française de Brisbane La Force de l’Âge (The Prime of Life)
2 Jun 2025, 6:30pmLyric TheatreJoin us for this free special screening as part of the Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake season at QPAC.
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Past International Series Outdoor Screening Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake Free Queensland Broadcast
Queenslanders are invited to attend a very special screening of Ballet Preljocaj’s performance of Swan Lake, with music performed by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.