Brisbane sign

The Brisbane sign, the city's photo emblem

The Brisbane audio-guided tour takes you to the Brisbane sign, undoubtedly the best place to immortalise your visit to the third largest city in Australia. These large letters, set on the banks of the river, have become a must for souvenir photos.

A temporary décor become permanent

Designed and installed in 2014 for the G20 Leaders' Summit, the intergovernmental forum of the world's main economies, the Brisbane sign was meant to be only a temporary décor on the banks of the river. But its growing success, with inhabitants and visitors alike, kept it in place, to the point of becoming an emblematic landmark of the city.

What there is to see

The large letters forming the name of the city stand facing the CBD skyline, on the other side of the river. It is the perfect place for a souvenir photo, especially at sunset or when the city lights up. The Brisbane sign has become one of the photogenic symbols of the Queensland metropolis.

Practical information

The Brisbane sign is within South Bank, on the south bank of the Brisbane River, facing the business district. It is freely accessible at all hours and on the level. The light is particularly beautiful at the end of the day and at nightfall.

When was the Brisbane sign installed?

It was designed and installed in 2014 for the G20 Summit. Intended as a temporary décor, it finally stayed in place due to its success.

Where is the Brisbane sign?

It is within South Bank, on the south bank of the Brisbane River, facing the skyline of the business district.