Getting to BCEC
The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre has two entrances, one on Grey Street and our main entrance on the corner of Merivale & Glenelg Streets.
Parking
We provide undercover parking for up to 1500 vehicles. Our car park has direct lift access to the Centre’s multiple convention floors and exhibition facilities. Car park 1 is best for Merivale Street rooms, Car Park 2 & 3 are best for Exhibition Halls and Grey Street rooms via Russell Street Walkway.
Public Transport
Getting to BCEC via public transport is easy and efficient with bus, ferry and train options available. More information about planning your journey via public transport can be found on the TransLink website.
Train
South Brisbane Railway Station adjacent to the Convention Centre on Grey Street or South Bank Railway Station are the most convenient stations to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Bus Services
The Cultural Centre Station on Melbourne Street and the South Bank Busway Station cnr of Colchester and Tribune Streets are closest to BCEC.
CityCat & Ferries
The public transport ferries CityCats operate everyday and stop at the South Bank River Terminal on the Clem Jones Promenade. The inner-city ferry travels between the CBD, North Quay and Kangaroo Point, stopping at South Bank Terminal 1 and 2 on the Clem Jones Promenade.
Taxi
Taxi ranks are located outside the main entrance to the Centre on Merivale Street and a taxi drop off located at the Convention Centre Grey Street entrance.
From the Brisbane Airport
Both Brisbane domestic and international airports are 30min drive from the Centre.
The AirTrain connects South Brisbane station to Brisbane’s international and domestic airports with stops in the Brisbane CBD and Fortitude Valley. Tickets and a timetable for this service can be found at the Information Desk or you can pre-book on the AirTrain Website →
Walking to the Centre
BCEC is a short stroll across from the Brisbane CBD connected by Victoria Bridge. Hotels, restaurants & bars, South Bank beach and its parklands are all within walking distance from BCEC.
Levels, Maps & Accessibility
Navigating the BCEC
Find your way around the Centre with our suite of tools and services.
BCEC Levels
All BCEC floor levels are colour coded for ease of finding your way. The Plaza Level (red) is the link between BCEC on Merivale Street and BCEC Grey Street.
Information Desks & Cloak Rooms
Information desks are located in the Grey Street & Merivale foyers. Here our friendly staff will be able to assist you in your visit to the Centre. Our information desks also offer cloak room facilities for your luggage, bags, prams or coats.
Parent Rooms
Our Parent Rooms feature all you need to feed and change in privacy and comfort. You can find Parent Rooms located on Merivale Street Main Foyer, just behind Merivales Cafe and one located on Grey Street Main Foyer next to the Information Desk. You will also find change tables in all of the uni-sex accessible toilets throughout the Centre.
Free WiFi
Enjoy complimentary WiFi at BCEC for browsing the internet, checking emails or posting on social media.
Onsite security 24/7
The Centre has around the clock security keeping our visitors safe
Get the BCECLive App
THE PERFECT TOOL TO HELP NAVIGATE BCEC
- Navigate BCEC with Wayfinding
- Helpful information on South Bank and surrounds
- Venue information and maps
- Real-time car parking availability
Eating + Dining
Voted Australia’s Caterer of the Year and Best Function/Convention Centre Caterer for the third occasion, Olio Restaurant + Bar and Merivales deliver a delicious selection of restaurant and cafe fare, fresh daily from our kitchens.
Contacting BCEC
How to get in touch
To purchase tickets
Call 132 849 or visit ticketek.com.au
Have a question about your tickets?
General Enquiries
→ Call 07 3308 3000 or Submit an online enquiry →
Special Needs
For special needs and wheelchair accessible seating
Head over to our Accessibility Information page for more information.
FAQ’s
Our FAQ’s page is great place to find information for visitors attending events and conferences at the Centre.