Brisbane City Hall

Brisbane City Hall, icon of the centre

The Brisbane audio-guided tour leads you before the City Hall, whose construction began in 1920. Now more than a century old, it appears not as an old building but as an architectural icon, standing by King George Square.

One of the most expensive buildings in the country

Built in the heart of the city after ten years of work, and nearly a million pounds invested, it established itself as one of the most expensive buildings in Australia. Its appearance, described as academic classical, is marked by its imposing columns and its tall clock tower, which dominates the central district.

What there is to see

The City Hall impresses with its columned portico and its clock tower, from which you enjoy a fine view over the city. It now houses the Museum of Brisbane and spaces open to the public. Facing King George Square, it is one of the best-loved landmarks of the inhabitants, in the heart of the city centre.

Practical information

Brisbane City Hall is next to King George Square, in the heart of the central business district. The Museum of Brisbane and the spaces open to the public follow their own schedule; opening times may vary. The façade and the square can be contemplated freely at all hours.

When was the City Hall built?

Its construction began in 1920 and lasted ten years. With nearly a million pounds invested, it was one of the most expensive buildings in Australia.

What is in the City Hall today?

It houses the Museum of Brisbane and spaces open to the public, as well as a clock tower offering a fine view over the city.