Things to see and do.
Places to Go and Things to Do in Chermside, Brisbane
To make the most of your stay, it’s good to get out and about. There’s so much to see and do while you’re here, you’ll be spoilt for choice. And as Essence Apartments Chermside is conveniently located close to many of the main attractions, exploring this great city and its surroundings couldn’t be easier.
Essence Apartments Chermside is located in the heart of this ever-popular inner-northern suburb. It is home to the second-largest shopping centre in Australia, a 16-screen cinema complex and a huge array of cafés and restaurants. Well-serviced by public transport, Chermside is just 10 minutes to both Brisbane Airports and the CBD – and offers immediate access to both Prince Charles Hospital and St Vincents Private Hospital. Whether you want to relax in your spacious apartment or get out and about, it’s the perfect place to stay.
Located north-east of Chermside, near the bayside suburb of Sandgate, this historic pier is one of the longest of its kind in Australia, reaching out over 350 metres into Bramble Bay.
This state-of-the-art terminal facility features world-class dining and retail, plus cinemas, bars and luxury residences. The Brisbane Cruise Terminal is located next to Portside Wharf – so you can sit back with a drink and watch the ships come and go.
Located on the southern bank of the Brisbane River, this is the city’s premier lifestyle and cultural destination. With 17 hectares of beautiful parklands, lagoons and beaches – plus great restaurants, cafes and bars, it’s the perfect place to unwind. And if you’re a bit of a culture vulture, you’ll love the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) and the Brisbane Convention Centre.
If you’re travelling with kids, you’ll love this creative playground featuring a huge fort, slides and swings, a bike track, a half-size basketball court and BBQ areas. It’s located at the corner of Murphy Rd and Newman Rd – and best of all, it’s free!
Just down the road from your apartment is this shopper’s paradise. The second-largest shopping centre in Australia, it features over 500 specialty shops and major department stores – plus a cinema complex, bowling arcade, beauty and wellness outlets, and a choice of café and restaurant precincts.
Shorncliffe Pier
Located north-east of Chermside, near the bayside suburb of Sandgate, this historic pier is one of the longest of its kind in Australia, reaching out over 350 metres into Bramble Bay.
Portside Wharf, Hamilton
This state-of-the-art terminal facility features world-class dining and retail, plus cinemas, bars and luxury residences. The Brisbane Cruise Terminal is located next to Portside Wharf – so you can sit back with a drink and watch the ships come and go.
South Bank
Located on the southern bank of the Brisbane River, this is the city’s premier lifestyle and cultural destination. With 17 hectares of beautiful parklands, lagoons and beaches – plus great restaurants, cafes and bars, it’s the perfect place to unwind. And if you’re a bit of a culture vulture, you’ll love the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) and the Brisbane Convention Centre.
Kidspace Chermside
If you’re travelling with kids, you’ll love this creative playground featuring a huge fort, slides and swings, a bike track, a half-size basketball court and BBQ areas. It’s located at the corner of Murphy Rd and Newman Rd – and best of all, it’s free!
Westfield Shopping Centre, Chermside
Just down the road from your apartment is this shopper’s paradise. The second-largest shopping centre in Australia, it features over 500 specialty shops and major department stores – plus a cinema complex, bowling arcade, beauty and wellness outlets, and a choice of café and restaurant precincts.