A day of discovery. A city to explore. A Brisbane stay with more to it.
Make Pullman & Mercure Brisbane King George Square your CBD base for Queensland Museum Kurilpa. Walk across the river to South Bank for hands-on science, First Nations stories and major exhibitions, then return to bars, dining and a rooftop pool at your hotel.
Choose premium Pullman rooms and suites or the welcoming comfort of Mercure. Whether you’re planning a school holiday escape, a weekend with the family or a visit built around an exhibition, there is more to enjoy before and after the museum.
Queensland Museum Kurilpa sits on the corner of Grey and Melbourne Streets in the Cultural Centre. Walk from the CBD via Victoria Bridge or Kurilpa Bridge, then follow the museum’s current entrance information.
View Walking Directions ↗Turn your museum visit into a city break. Explore exhibitions at your own pace, make time for the surrounding Cultural Centre and enjoy breakfast together before another day in Brisbane.
Explore Both HotelsReturn for dinner at Goldfinch, rooftop cocktails at Sixteen Antlers or burgers and wings at KG Sports Bar. Three distinct venues and two hotel brands give you more ways to enjoy your Brisbane stay.
Explore the PrecinctExplore selected exhibitions and experiences at Queensland Museum Kurilpa, including SparkLab and major ticketed events.
From 4 December 2026 · Ticketed · Level 3
Step into the world of marine research through interactive experiences inspired by the OceanXplorer research vessel. Make an underwater discovery part of your next Brisbane family stay.
Permanent exhibition · Ticketed · Level 1
Experiment, build and test ideas across 40 interactive exhibits, with live science and creative challenges. Recommended for ages 6 to 13, SparkLab gives curious families a reason to make a weekend of Brisbane.
6 November 2026 · 6 pm to 9 pm · Ages 18+
An evening in SparkLab with ecologist Dr Christina Zdenek exploring Australian woodland birds. Enjoy science, interactive exhibits and DJ music, then return to your city room.
Now on · Free entry · Level 2
Explore stories of Country, community and cultural knowledge shared by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across Queensland. Make time for the gallery during your South Bank visit.
Now on · Free entry · Entry via Level 2
Discover ceramics spanning ancient fragments and contemporary works, with objects from the museum collection displayed together. A different perspective to add to your Brisbane cultural escape.
Until 8 August 2027 · Free entry · Level 2
Cheryl Leavy brings film, poetry and storytelling together in a work exploring connection to Country and the cultural meaning of collecting and returning objects.
General admission to Queensland Museum Kurilpa is free. SparkLab and selected exhibitions and events require separate tickets. Book your preferred experience or session with the museum, then choose your hotel dates here.
The museum’s published general hours are 9:30 am to 5 pm, with a 1:30 pm opening on Anzac Day and closures on Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. SparkLab and special events have their own times.
The museum lists main entrances on Levels 1 and 2. From October 2026, Level 0 entry beside the Dinosaur Garden is restricted to pre-arranged school and group bookings. Check the museum’s latest directions and any access changes before setting out.
Listings checked . Dates, sessions and display arrangements may change. Some exhibitions have no published closing date; check with the museum before planning your trip.
Exhibition information and images are sourced from Queensland Museum Kurilpa’s official programme ↗. Accommodation and museum tickets are booked separately. Meals and event admission are not included unless your selected hotel rate expressly includes them.
Make more of your museum visit with three distinct bars and dining venues at Brisbane King George Square.
Goldfinch Restaurant & Street Café
Start your day with breakfast and coffee at Goldfinch Restaurant & Street Café. Return for lunch or dinner in a light-filled setting with hanging greenery, and take your time over a meal together.
Discover Goldfinch
Brisbane CBD’s Highest Rooftop Bar
Raise a signature cocktail at Sixteen Antlers, Brisbane CBD’s highest rooftop bar. Sixteen floors above the city, share plates and sweeping views set the scene for your night out.
Discover Sixteen Antlers
American-Themed Sports Bar
Bring your group together for stacked burgers, hot wings and a round of drinks. Our American-themed sports bar brings live sport to 15 screens, including two massive 100-inch feature screens, adding another way to enjoy your Brisbane stay.
Discover KG Sports BarPlan visits around your event schedule and each venue’s opening hours. Menus and bookings are available on the venue pages.
