BLUEY'S WORLD BRISBANE
Make a full day of it — lunch at South Bank after your session
Bluey's World is at Hamilton, about 20 minutes from South Bank. Most families finish their session by late morning — which makes South Bank the perfect place to continue the day. Lunch at Poppies, Streets Beach, GOMA, and Queensland Museum are all a short walk from each other.
About the Experience
BLUEY'S WORLD AT HAMILTON
Bluey's World is a one-of-a-kind guided immersive experience at Northshore Pavilion in Hamilton — Brisbane's newest waterfront precinct. Families step inside the Heeler family's iconic Queenslander home and join Bluey and Bingo on a guided treasure hunt to find Floppy, led by Gnome guides through the living room, bedroom, playroom, backyard, and beyond.
The experience takes 1–2 hours and is housed in a 4,000 square metre building — the biggest Heeler home yet. It's Brisbane's own — Bluey was created here in Queensland, and this is the only place in the world you can visit the show's home city. Sessions run Wednesday to Sunday, and tickets are timed, so most families finish by mid-morning or early afternoon.
Bluey's World — Key Details
Make a Day of It
THE PERFECT BRISBANE FAMILY DAY
Bluey's World and South Bank are a natural pairing for a Brisbane family day out. Here's how to put it together.
Bluey's World
Northshore Pavilion, Hamilton — 1–2 hour guided experience
Travel to South Bank
Train from Doomben to South Bank — approx. 20–25 mins
Lunch at Poppies
All-day brunch, kids menu, alfresco terrace on Little Stanley Street
Streets Beach
Free outdoor lagoon pool in the heart of South Bank Parklands
GOMA or Queensland Museum
Free entry to GOMA permanent collection · QM SparkLab for kids
Afternoon coffee at Poppies
Allpress specialty coffee, cake, and a moment to sit before heading home
Lunch After Bluey's World
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE POPPIES
Dedicated Kids Menu
Simple, honest food kids actually eat — not an afterthought.
Activity Packs
Colouring and activity packs to keep little ones happy at the table.
Heart of South Bank
On Little Stanley Street — steps from Streets Beach, GOMA, and the Parklands.
All-Day Brunch
Open from 6:15am — brunch, lunch, and dinner all under one roof.
Alfresco Terrace
Outdoor seating with space for prams and room for kids to breathe.
Allpress Specialty Coffee
Proper coffee for the adults while the kids wind down after the morning.
Reserve Your Table
BOOK LUNCH AT POPPIES
Poppies is open all day. Book ahead — South Bank gets busy on weekends and school holidays.
Reserve your table
BOOK YOUR TABLE
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Common Questions
BLUEY'S WORLD BRISBANE — FAQ
Bluey's World is located at Northshore Pavilion, 281 MacArthur Avenue, Hamilton QLD 4007. It's in the Hamilton Northshore precinct, about 15–20 minutes from South Bank by car or train. The experience runs until 15 November 2026.
South Bank is the most popular spot for families to continue their Brisbane day after Bluey's World. Poppies on Little Stanley Street is a family-friendly all-day restaurant with a kids menu, activity packs, and a relaxed alfresco terrace. It's a natural second stop for families visiting Brisbane — especially if you're staying in the CBD or South Bank area.
The easiest way is by train. From Doomben Station (near Bluey's World at Hamilton) you can connect to South Bank Station in around 20–25 minutes with one change at Central or Bowen Hills. By car it's approximately 15 minutes via the Story Bridge. South Bank is also well-served by CityCat ferry from North Quay.
Yes — Poppies is one of South Bank's most family-friendly restaurants. We have a dedicated kids menu, activity packs for children, high chairs available, and a relaxed alfresco terrace that suits families who need a bit of space. We're open all day from 6:15am Monday to Friday and 7am on weekends.
The guided experience at Bluey's World takes approximately 1–2 hours. Sessions are timed, so most families finish by mid-morning or early afternoon — which makes South Bank a perfect place to continue the day with lunch, a walk along the river, and a visit to Streets Beach.
South Bank Parklands is the most popular family destination in Brisbane. After Bluey's World, families typically head to Streets Beach (free outdoor pool), the South Bank Parklands playground, GOMA (Gallery of Modern Art — free entry to the permanent collection), and Queensland Museum. Poppies is right in the heart of it all on Little Stanley Street.
Booking in advance is recommended, especially on weekends and during school holidays when South Bank is busy. You can book online via OpenTable or NowBookIt. Walk-ins are welcome but availability can be limited on peak days.
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