Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Precinct Public Art Tour

Wed Aug 20 2025 at 05:00 am to 06:30 am UTC+10:00

Level 3, Brisbane City Hall, King George Square, 64 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4000 | Brisbane

Museum of Brisbane
Publisher/HostMuseum of Brisbane
Queen\u2019s Wharf Brisbane Precinct Public Art Tour
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Step into Brisbane’s ever-evolving story with this expertly guided walking tour through the Queen’s Wharf Precinct, one of the city’s most significant historical and cultural sites.
Led by an expert Museum of Brisbane tour guide, this 90-minute experience explores the intersection of art, history, landscape and identity. Beginning at Lindy Lee’s awe-inspiring Being Swallowed by the Milky Way, the tour winds through the precinct’s vibrant new Art Trail, showcasing works by First Nations, Queensland and international artists alongside historical buildings and landmarks.
From colourful alfresco murals to towering sculptures and floating botanical gardens, this tour reveals the many layers of the city’s past and present. A celebration of shared public space, creativity and transformation.

Artists include:Tony Albert, Sir Antony Gormley OBE RA, Tom Friedman, Lindy Lee, Samuel Tupou, Mr Wanambi and Justene Williams.
Tour concludes on the Sky Deck, where participants can take in sweeping views of the city and enjoy an exclusive 20% discount* on purchases at: Cicada Blu (Wednesdays), or Babblers (Saturdays)
Meeting point: Tours depart from the George Street entry of The Star in front of Lindy Lee’s sculpture Being Swallowed by the Milky Way.
Duration of tour: 90 minutes
Capacity: Maximum 15 visitors
Difficulty: This tour has been designed to suit most fitness levels and abilities. Elevators, ramps and public restrooms are available across this tour.
Make a day of it! Drop by Museum of Brisbane before or after your tour — explore the latest exhibitions, browse the MoB Shop, or book in for another MoB tour.

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Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Precinct Public Art Tours are proudly supported by Major Partner The Star Brisbane.
Hero image: Tony Albert, Inhabitant 2024. Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Precinct Public Art Tour. 📷 Katie Bennett
*Terms & Conditions apply. Discount valid on the day of the tour only.
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