The best dog-friendly hikes and walks in Mt Coot-Tha Reserve

New Farm Riverwalk is an 870 metre riverside path that runs from Riverview Court at the end of Merthyr Road to Howard Smith Wharves, linking into the Brisbane CBD. Built out over the river, it offers open views along one of the city’s most scenic stretches. The path is divided into separate lanes for cyclists and pedestrians, making it easy to navigate despite steady use. There’s little shade along the route, with only a few rest shelters, so plan accordingly in warmer weather.

Set along the river in New Farm Park, this jacaranda is part of a wider network of trees that have become closely tied to Brisbane’s identity. Introduced in the nineteenth century, jacarandas now mark the shift into spring, when their purple blooms briefly transform parks and streets across the city. Outside of bloom, the tree still stands out for its wide canopy and position along the water, offering shade and open views across the river.

Teneriffe Ferry Terminal offers frequent departures, including direct routes to the Howard Smith Wharves. The area around the terminal has benches, art, and sculptures to enjoy.

Goodwill Bridge is a pedestrian and cycle bridge spanning the Brisbane River between South Bank and Gardens Point. From the centre of the bridge, you get open views along the river toward the city skyline, with high-rise towers reflecting off the water below. The bridge sits slightly elevated above river level, giving you a clear view of boats passing beneath and the CBD rising beyond. It’s a popular crossing, so keep left and stay aware of cyclists as you pause to take in the view.

New Farm Park is one of Brisbane’s oldest and most popular riverside parks, known for its expansive lawns, mature fig trees, and formal rose gardens. Established in the early 20th century on former farmland, it has long served as a major recreational space for picnics, events, and community gatherings. The park also connects directly to the Brisbane Riverwalk, making it a key green space along the river corridor.

Teneriffe Wharves is a historic riverfront precinct known for its distinctive row of early-20th-century woolstore buildings that line the Brisbane River. Developed between the late 1800s and 1930s as a major hub for Queensland’s wool export trade, the area has since been adapted into residential and commercial spaces while preserving its industrial character. Today, the wharves form a scenic stretch of the Riverwalk, and is a good reflection of the suburb’s maritime and trading heritage.

Howard Smith Wharves is a lively riverfront precinct under Brisbane’s Story Bridge, centred on a collection of restored heritage wharf buildings. Constructed in the 1930s as part of the city’s port operations, it is now a public space with dining venues including Felons Brewing Company, open promenades, and event areas along the river’s edge. It's a popular riverside destination and access point along the Brisbane Riverwalk with plenty of historic maritime character.

The New Farm Riverwalk is a sealed multi-use riverside path that links the inner-city area with the suburb of New Farm, offering scenic views of the river and skyline. It forms part of the larger Brisbane Riverwalk network, with sections like this one built on a suspended boardwalk above the water and segregated lanes for pedestrians and cyclists. Originally opened in the early 2000s and rebuilt after major flood damage, the current structure reopened in 2014 with a more resilient design and remains a popular commuting and recreational route.