Riverside Center, Brisbane

The Riverside Center is a relaxed section of the Brisbane CBD right on the river looking out to the Story Bridge. The main landmark of the center is a 40 story building, but there are many cafes, restaurants and boutiques that spread out at ground level. The center is located at 123 Eagle Street, but the best way to arrive is by the City Cat ferry service that pulls into the Eagle Street Pier. Throughout the working week the center is busy with workers making their way to the many offices in the vicinity and other people making use of the Riverwalk, which connects the city to the inner city suburbs of Fortitude Valley and New Farm.

Some of the CBD’s nightlife is centered around the center with nightclub Friday’s, which has just undergone a huge refurbishment and the Pig ‘n’ Whistle English style pub there offering distinct after dark entertainment. The Groove Train Café has a franchise in the center and Jellyfish Restaurant has an award winning seafood menu coupled with sweeping views over the river. On Sundays, the entire center comes alive with the Riverside Markets taking over. The markets are one of Brisbane’s longest running and most vibrant outdoor events.