PLEASE NOTE: Due to construction and roadworks around QPAC, there is currently no right turn into BCEC’s Car Park 3 if driving south along Grey Street. Visitors can still access Car Park 3 via Merivale Street, or if travelling north on Grey Street.

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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

Car parks currently available
Carpark 1
230
Carpark 2
301
Carpark 3
489

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.

See car parking rates and availability →

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.

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.

Location & best access points
Accessibility

Location & best access points

Download Location Map

Download Level Map

Accessibility

BCEC strives to provide safe, equitable and inclusive access for all visitors.

We make every effort to accommodate guests with special needs to ensure a pleasant and comfortable experience. Read our Access Statement.

*PLEASE NOTE: During COVID access may be restricted and some amenities may not be operational. We suggest you check with the Centre directly.

Download Access Guide

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 and coats.

*PLEASE NOTE: During COVID access may be restricted and some amenities may not be operational. We suggest you check with the Centre directly.

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.

Cafes & Restaurants

To ensure the health and safety of our guests, BCEC has adopted contactless payment methods throughout the Centre and encourages event organisers to do the same.