Visitor Information

Accessing ERPAC

In the heart of South Brisbane, surrounded by the city’s cultural and parklands precinct, and just steps away from West End and the Brisbane CBD, ERPAC is easily accessible by major public transport services. Click here to view just how close ERPAC is to the Brisbane CBD!

Undercover car park and dedicated passenger set-down facilities are also available. 

By Car
Hancock Street Car Park (Level 4) provides best access to the ERPAC lifts. Hancock Street is located directly behind the Queensland Children’s Hospital off Stanley Street. Patrons are eligible to access a flat rate of $15 while attending events at ERPAC (please see venue staff to redeem a validation ticket). IMPORTANT: collect a ticket as you enter the car park, do not pay on entry.

Click here for instructions on how to process your parking validation.

Passenger Set Down Area

Patrons with mobility difficulties can utilise the ERPAC Set Down area accessible via the driveway located at 58 Stephens Road. (Please Note: there is no access to the Hancock Street Car Park via this driveway.)

By Train

From Southbank Train Station walk east along Vulture Street, turn right and continue along Graham Street to the end where the ERPAC lifts are located. (5 minutes)

By Bus

From the Mater Hill Bus Station on Stanley Street, walk west on Stanley Street, turn left and continue along Graham Street to the dedicated ERPAC entrance. Other services also run along Stephens Road (including the 202) and Vulture Street. Check TRANSLink for a journey planner. (7 minutes)

By Taxi

Yellow Cabs recognise ERPAC’s location for ease of drop off and collection. A complimentary Yellow Cab phone is located on Level 3 and the collection point is the ERPAC Set Down area via the driveway at 58 Stephens Road.

By Ferry

From the Maritime Museum, walk up Dock Street, then continue straight along Graham Street to the end where the ERPAC lifts are located. (10 minutes)

For further information and travel details , please contact TRANSLink on 131 230 or visit translink.com.au.

SERVICES

Catering

Check your event listing to see if catering will be provided. 

Bathroom and Baby Change Facilities

Fully accessible Bathrooms are located on Level 5 off the Hall of Fame Foyer. 

Baby Change Facilities are located on level 5.

Lifts

Lifts service every level of the venue.

Pedestrian Entry - Graham Street 

A dedicated pedestrian entrance is located at the end of Graham Street for people walking from South Bank or public transport options.

Smoke Free Zone

St Laurence's College is a smoke free zone. Smoking is not permitted on College grounds.

GUESTS WITH SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Hearing Loop Service

A Hearing Loop is available in the middle section of the last 2 rows of the auditorium seating. Please make contact with the organisers prior to the event day so this service can be prepared for your arrival.

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair accessible seating is provided in the following areas

  •  Through Doors 1 and 2 of the Auditorium: 4 wheelchairs (excluding accompanying person)
  •  Through Doors 3 and 4 of the Auditorium: 4 wheelchairs (excluding accompanying person) 
  •  Through Door 5 on the Flat Floor area in front of the stage: As required

See venue staff in the Main Foyer for assistance on the day.

LOCAL ACCOMMODATION

ERPAC is within walking distance of a number of different accommodation providers. Check out our listing below. 

Highgate Hill
South Brisbane
Woolloongabba

Highgate Hill

Minto Hostels
61 Gladstone Rd, Highgate Hill
mintohostels.com.au
$49 - $100* (extra person $25)
1.4km, 18 minutes walk
Public transport: Bus route 198 at Vulture Street, Stop 4

South Brisbane

Quest South Brisbane
46-50 Water St, South Brisbane
questapartments.com.au
ERPAC guests can access a special rate (details supplied on application)
1.2km, 16 minute walk

River Plaza
21 Dock St, South Brisbane
riverplaza.com.au
$300 - $600*
350m, 3 minute walk

Courtyard by Marriott
218 Vulture St, South Brisbane
marriott.com.au
350m, 5 minute walk

Hillcrest Apartment Hotel
311 Vulture St, South Brisbane
centralapartmenthotels.com.au
$100 - $400*
550m, 8 minute walk

Emporium at South Bank

267 Grey St, South Brisbane
emporiumhotels.com.au
Rates TBC*
800m, 10 minute walk

The Sebel South Brisbane
46 Water St, South Brisbane
accorhotels.com
$100- $1000*
850m, 11 minute walk

Menso at Southbank
68 Cordellia street, Brisbane City
mensoatsouthbank.com
$120 - $200*
900m, 11 minute walk

Mantra South Bank
161 Grey St, South Brisbane
mantra.com.au
$142 - $450*
1km, 15 minute walk, 5 minute car ride

Woolloongabba

Best Western Plus Hotel Diana
12 Annerley Rd, Woolloongabba
hoteldiana.com.au
$110 - $150*
650m walk, 8 minutes

Gabba Central Apartments
803 Stanley St, Woolloongabba
gabbacentralapartments.com.au
$99 - $250*
1.5km, 5 minute car ride, public transport, any inbound bus from the Gabba bus station to mater stop

*Rates are to be used as a guide only. Check with provider for accurate quotes. Some providers supply two and three bedroom apartments.

LOCAL EATERIES

There are many restaurants within walking distance of ERPAC and many more within a short drive to the West End district of South Brisbane. Check out our listing below for eateries within walking distance of ERPAC. 

Highgate Hill
South Brisbane
Woolloongabba

Highgate Hill

Stone and Brew

Stone and Brew offers flavour-packed pizzas made-to-order and baked in a stone deck pizza oven, accompanied by a great range of craft beers and wines.

stoneandbrew.com.au

 

Thai on High

Cheery, low-key spot for traditional pad thai and green curry, with outdoor seats and takeaway.

South Brisbane

The Coffee Club Café – Mater Hill

All-day breakfast and cafe lunches, plus signature coffee blends in an established casual chain.

coffeeclub.com.au

 

Zambrero Brisbane Mater Hospital

Colourful counter-serve chain with a humanitarian focus, for Mexican staples to eat in or take away.

zambrero.com.au

 

The Ship Inn

A relaxed gastropub specialising in local lamb, with a snug dining room and a laid-back beer garden.

theshipinn.com.au

 

Stokehouse Q

Breezy riverfront restaurant featuring upmarket seafood dishes, plus city views & outdoor seating.

stokehouseq.com.au

 

Aquitaine

Split-level French restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary interior and river views.

aquitainebrasserie.com.au

 

Popolo

Sleek southern Italian restaurant with an open street view, offering regional dishes and wine.

popolodining.com

 

The Jetty

Modern Australian dishes served in a stylish, Bali-themed locale with sun loungers and river views.

thejettysouthbank.com.au

 

River Quay Fish

River Quay Fish crafts premium seafood with a side of convenience. With options to takeaway and other special offers, waterfront dining has never looked better.

rqf.com.au

 

Siam South Bank

Classic Thai dishes served in a colourful restaurant with garden views from the outdoor terrace.

siamsouthbank.com.au

 

Mado Turkish Restaurant

Traditional Turkish cuisine and regular belly dancing shows in a vibrant eatery with a terrace.

madorestaurant.com.au

Woolloongabba

Redbrick Hotel

Bistro dishing up classic pub grub in a 100-year-old building with exposed-beams.

redbrickhotel.com.au

 

Brewhouse Brisbane

A lively pub with a casual menu featuring steak and schnitzels, plus local craft beer on tap.

brewhouse.com.au

 

Morrison Hotel

Veteran pub with a whiskey bar, steakhouse and craft beer, plus live blues and country music.

morrisonhotel.com.au

 

C’est Bon

An elegant French restaurant serving classic dishes and fine wine in an intimate dining room.

cestbon.com.au

 

Ben’s Vietnamese

Unpretentious venue offering traditional Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine, plus karaoke at weekends.

bensrest.com.au