Brisbane Whale Watching: A Humpback Highway Hotspot

Getting There

• Driving

  Brisbane Whale Watching departs from the Redcliffe Jetty, located at 133/137 Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe. From Brisbane CBD, take the M1 and then the Redcliffe Peninsula Road. The drive is approximately 30 minutes, depending on traffic. Parking is available around Redcliffe Parade, including over 600 free parking bays. However, these can fill up quickly, especially on weekends, so arrive early. Paid parking is also available at Redcliffe Parade Car Park, with hourly rates ranging from $2.70 for 1 hour to $10.80 for 4 hours. A full day (24hr) will cost $19.60.

• Public Transport

  To reach Brisbane Whale Watching via public transport from Brisbane CBD, take the train from Central Station to Kippa-Ring Station. From there, transfer to the 690 bus, which will take you to Anzac Ave at Museum and Historical Society. From there, it is a short walk to the Redcliffe Jetty. The total journey time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. The combined cost of the train and bus is around $3-$6. Alternatively, take the 310 bus from Brisbane CBD to Hornibrook Hwy at Eventide, then transfer to the 690 bus to Anzac Ave at Museum and Historical Society. This option takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes and costs $2-$5.