Queensland Maritime Museum

The Queensland Maritime Museum was founded in 1971 and is run by a self-funded voluntary Association. It is situated on the banks of the Brisbane River at the southern end of South Bank Parklands. The Museum contains extensive collections of historical maritime artefacts, books, documents and photographs. The collection is displayed to the public in the galleries and grounds of the Museum under the broad headings of Navigation, Lighthouses, Ship Models, Marine Engines, Vessels, and the Dry Dock.

On behalf of members of the public the Queensland Maritime Museum carries out research on all aspects of Queensland’s and Australia’s maritime history as well as on maritime matters generally.

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.