Eat. Play. Explore. Repeat.
Northshore Hamilton is one of Brisbane’s most vibrant riverfront destinations — a place where food, culture, recreation and events come together on the river’s edge.
From iconic dining and family-friendly attractions to riverside parks, markets and major events, Northshore is a place where there are things to see and do, all in one precinct.
There’s always something on at Northshore. Explore a constantly evolving calendar of:
- Markets and pop-up events
- Live music and performances
- Exhibitions, activations and experiences
- Family-friendly and school holiday activities
Eat & Drink
Northshore Hamilton is a destination for dining — from casual bites to riverfront indulgence.
Highlights include:
- Eat Street Northshore — Brisbane’s iconic food and entertainment venue
- Portside Wharf — waterfront dining, boutique retail and cinemas
- Cafés, bars and restaurants across Hamilton Harbour and surrounds
- Food trucks, pop-ups and seasonal offerings
Come hungry and stay for the atmosphere.
Family friendly fun
Northshore Hamilton is designed for all ages.
With open green spaces, playgrounds, waterplay areas, events and walkable streets, it’s a favourite destination for families looking to spend time indoors and outdoors — whether it’s a relaxed afternoon in the park or a full day of food, fun and discovery.
Plan your visit
Explore events, dining, recreation and how to get here, all in one place.
Whether you’re visiting for an event, meeting friends for brekky, lunch, or dinner, enjoying the river or exploring the precinct for the first time, our What’s On section helps you make the most of your visit.
Explore the businesses already operating at Northshore Hamiton
Things to do
Beyond dining and events, Northshore offers year-round recreation and lifestyle experiences.
Enjoy:
- Riverwalks and cycling paths along 2.5km of river frontage
- Parklands, playgrounds and picnic spaces
- Water-based recreation and river access
- Cultural and creative installations
- Community spaces including workshops, tool library and makerspaces
- Proximity to Royal Queensland Golf Club and Northshore Tennis Park
- It’s a place to move, relax, explore and connect — all in one riverside precinct.
Bluey’s World Brisbane
7 November 2024 to 3 February 2028Getting here
Northshore Hamilton is one of Brisbane’s most accessible precincts – whether you’re coming from the CBD, the suburbs or further afield.
Sitting just minutes from the Gateway and Brisbane Airport, the precinct draws visitors from across South East Queensland with ease.
Getting here is simple:
- Car via Kingsford Smith Drive and Gateway Motorway
- Ferry with terminals connecting to the Brisbane River CityCat network
- Bus services linking to the CBD and inner suburbs
- Cycling & walking via dedicated riverwalks and shared pathways
Plenty of parking is available across the precinct, with clear wayfinding to major destinations.
