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PLAN YOUR VISIT
The Queensland Maritime Museum is staffed by an enthusiastic and informed group of volunteers
whose wish is that your visit to the Museum is as enjoyable and informative as possible. Please
bring your camera as many photo opportunities exist throughout the Museum.
Opening Hours
- Open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (last entry 3:30 pm).
- Closed from 24th December to 26 December and Good Friday.
- Reduced opening hours occur on Anzac Day.
The Queensland Maritime Museum is located on the banks of the Brisbane River, at the southern end of
the South Bank Parklands and next to the Goodwill Bridge. It is well serviced... Read more...
By Car: An underground car park is available in the South Bank Parklands, with a 5 minute walk to the Museum.
By Bus: Frequent bus services to numerous Brisbane southern and... Read more...
At your service: On arrival, our staff at the ticket counter will assist you with the ticket
of your choice. More volunteers are located throughout the Museum to guide, inform... Read more...
The majority of the Museum has disable access. Ramp or lift access is available to all exhibition spaces within the main museum building, and to
the grounds (although rough ground in places). However by their nature, disable... Read more...
The Museum welcomes visits by school groups, either independently or as part of a structured maritime history experience. Visits may be programmed
as part of a day excursion, which includes studies of the City. Read more...
The Museum welcomes visits by groups and organisations. Visits may be programmed as part of a day excursion, which could include a BYO lunch break
in the Museum grounds or a visit to South Brisbane Parklands... Read more...
Address
412 Stanley Street, Brisbane City QLD 4101, Australia.
The Queensland Maritime Museum is located on the banks of the Brisbane River, at the
southern end of the South Bank Parklands and next to the Goodwill Bridge. It is well
serviced by Brisbane public transport services and is an easy walk from the City, via
the Goodwill Bridge.
Below is a map reference of the Queensland Maritime Museum
By Car:
An underground car park is available in the South Bank Parklands, with a 5 minute walk to the Museum.
By Bus:
Frequent bus services to numerous Brisbane southern and south-eastern destinations pass the Museum.
Disembark at Mater Hill or South Bank bus stops.
By Train: Trains on the Beenleigh and Cleveland lines also pass the Museum. Disembark at South Bank (previously Vulture Street) Station.
Cross River Ferry:
Ferry services run from the City and many suburbs along the Brisbane River. Disembark at South Bank jetty.
Walk:
Visitors staying in City accommodation may like to enjoy a leisurely walk from the City, through the
Queensland University of Technology and across the Brisbane River on the pedestrian only Goodwill Bridge.
Public transport information can be obtained from Translink
or from the public transport information kiosk in the City Mall.
At your service
On arrival, our staff at the ticket counter will assist you with the ticket of your choice. More
volunteers are located throughout the Museum to guide, inform and assist you. They will gladly answer
any of your questions.
Back Packs
Due to the nature of some displays and to difficult access and confined spaces on board
Diamantina, visitors are requested to take special care with
carrying/wearing back packs and large bags or to leave them with reception. Storage is a free service
for museum visitors.
Food and Drink
A number of restaurants and cafes are located within the South Bank Parklands precinct, serving a huge
variety of food styles. Water and other cold drinks can be purchased at the entrance counter.
Parents & Carers
A Baby Change Room is available on the ground floor of the Museum.
Accessibility & Special N
The Association has attempted to make the Museum as accessible as possible for all visitors. Please contact
the Museum with any concerns or special needs and we will try our best to meet those needs.
View the accessibility information.
The Shop
The Museum Shop stocks a collection of maritime books, quality gifts, and souvenirs. The Shop also takes
orders by phone 07 3844 5361, fax 07 3846 1945, or by emailing: info@maritimemuseum.com.au. Delivery can
be arranged worldwide.
Museum Grounds
Visitors are welcome to use the pleasant vista of the river bank surrounds to enjoy a BYO lunch or
morning/afternoon tea break within the grounds. Picnic tables are located in a number of places
for your use.
The Association has attempted to make the Museum as accessible as possible for all visitors.
The majority of the Museum has disable access. Ramp or lift access is available to all exhibition
spaces within the main museum building, and to the grounds (although rough ground in places).
However by their nature, disable access onto Diamantina is
restricted to the main deck while no disable access is possible into the Dry Dock.
Please contact the Museum with any concerns or special needs and we will try our best to meet those needs.
The Museum welcomes visits by school groups, either independently or as part of a structured
maritime history experience. Visits may be programmed as part of a day excursion, which
includes studies of the City.
Tours may be managed by teachers or the museum can supply trained volunteer guides for the group.
At least 48 hours prior notice is required to ensure availability of guides.
Parking for coaches is available in the Museum grounds, but must be pre-arranged.
Discounted entry fees and concessions exist for school tours. See Admission Tickets
for details.
To book a school visit, phone 07 3844 5361 fax 07 3846 1945 or email: info@maritimemuseum.com.au.
A School or Group Booking form
is available which may be printed out, completed and forwarded to the Museum.
The Museum welcomes visits by groups and organisations. Visits may be programmed as part
of a day excursion, which could include a BYO lunch break in the Museum grounds or a visit
to South Bank Parklands.
Tours may be managed by leaders or the museum can supply trained volunteer guides for the group.
At least 48 hours prior notice is required to ensure availability of guides.
Parking for coaches is available in the Museum grounds, but must be pre-arranged.
Discounted entry fees exist for group tours. See Admission Tickets for details.
To book a group visit, phone 07 3844 5361 fax 07 3846 1945 or email: info@maritimemuseum.com.au.
A School or Group Booking form
is available which may be printed out, completed and forwarded to the Museum.
