OtherRiverside promenades and an artificial beach continue beside the high-rise CBD, creating an outdoors-oriented feel despite the city setting. The pace is relaxed, with a less pretentious atmosphere than Sydney or Melbourne. The port is the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal away from the CBD, so reaching the city generally requires a bus or shuttle.

Brisbane

Brisbane · Australia · -27.39, 153.16

The subtropical capital of Queensland, spread along the winding Brisbane River. It also serves as a gateway to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast and as a major departure and arrival port for east coast Australia cruises.

Port highlights

A large city with about 2.6 million in the metropolitan area (Australia's third-largest metropolitan area)

Population

A humid subtropical climate that is warm year-round. Summer (December to February) is hot and humid during the day, with frequent afternoon thunderstorms and heavy rain. Winter (June to August) is mild during the day, cooler in the morning and evening, generally sunny, and relatively dry.

Climate

English

Language

Australian dollar (AUD); cards are widely accepted, and contactless payments can be used even at small shops.

Currency

September to November and March to May. Temperatures are mild and humidity drops, making it a good time for outdoor sightseeing. Midsummer is hot and humid and also falls in cyclone season.

Best time to visit

Local food

Seafood such as Moreton Bay bugs (slipper lobsters) and mud crab, and barramundi dishes. Modern Australian cuisine influenced by Asian immigrants is also a staple, as are craft beer and boutique wine.

Sights

South Bank Parklands and Streets BeachLone Pine Koala SanctuaryKangaroo Point cliffs and riverside walkwayQueensland Museum and Queensland Art Gallery (QAGOMA)Mount Coot-tha Lookout

Monthly average high / low temperatures

29°

21°Jan

29°

21°Feb

28°

20°Mar

26°

17°Apr

24°

13°May

21°

11°Jun

21°

9°Jul

22°

10°Aug

24°

13°Sep

26°

16°Oct

27°

18°Nov

28°

20°Dec

Unit: °C · Calculated from NOAA GHCN-Daily station observations · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: BRISBANE AERO · about 2.8 km from port · Last checked: Oct 4, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.

Local prices for travelers

Much more expensive than Tokyo

Compared with Tokyo, Japan (median of items)164 (Tokyo = 100)

Compared with Tokyo, water and coffee cost about the same; meals, beer and a Big Mac are much more expensive.

A$1.00

Water 600 ml

A$4.50

Coffee

A$14.45

Inexpensive meal

A$10.00

Local beer

A$8.50

Big Mac

Prices in Brisbane. · Amounts in the recorded local currency. No currency conversion applied. · Last checked: Oct 2026 · Sources: Shop and menu prices · The Economist, Big Mac Index (CC BY 4.0)

Getting there from Japan

BNE

Nearest airport

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Airport to port (approx.)

A — Direct flight

Ease of access

About 3.9 km from airport to port (straight-line distance)ApproximateCalculated from OurAirports coordinates (Oct 4, 2026)

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Itineraries calling here

Southeast AsiaFeb–Mar 2027

Sources

Source unverified

Checked Jul 22, 2026

Brisbane

Port highlights

Getting there from Japan

Itineraries calling here

26-Night Southeast Asia Cruise from Sydney (Australia) to Singapore

8-Night Cruise from Brisbane

7-Night Cruise from Brisbane

25-Night Japan & Asia Cruise from Yokohama to Sydney (Australia)

51-Night Japan & Asia Cruise from Yokohama to San Antonio (Santiago)

65-Night Japan & Asia Cruise from Yokohama to Buenos Aires

48-Night Cruise from Sydney (Australia) to Cape Town

9-Night Cruise from Brisbane

Sources