Story Bridge Adventure Climb Brisbane
Overview
The Story Bridge Adventure Climb is a 90-minute guided climb to the top of Brisbane's best-known bridge, with 360-degree views over the river, the city and Moreton Bay. A Climb Leader gives live commentary, and all safety equipment, a climber cap and lockers for your belongings are included. Choose a day, twilight or night climb depending on the option you book. It suits adventurous couples, friends and families with children from six, and needs no previous climbing experience.
Highlights
- A 90-minute guided climb to the top of the Story Bridge
- 360-degree views over the Brisbane River, the city skyline and Moreton Bay
- Live commentary from an expert Climb Leader about the bridge and the city
- All safety and climbing equipment plus a climber cap included
- Lockers to store your valuables and belongings during the climb
- Choose a day, twilight or night climb, depending on the option
- Open to children from age six, with senior and student rates
Full Description
The Story Bridge, Brisbane's heritage landmark
The Story Bridge is a steel cantilever bridge that opened in 1940 and links the inner-city suburbs of Kangaroo Point and Fortitude Valley across the Brisbane River. It is named after John Douglas Story, a public servant and a founder of the University of Queensland. At about 80 metres above the water at its highest point, it is one of the defining sights of the skyline.
For many visitors, a Story Bridge climb is the best answer to the question of what to do in Brisbane for an hour or two. You do not need to be an athlete: the route follows stairs and walkways built for the climb, and the pace is set by your group and Climb Leader.
The Story Bridge Adventure Climb experience
The climb lasts about 90 minutes. After check-in you are fitted with a climbing suit and a safety harness, and you leave personal items in a locker. The guide runs a short briefing, and you then climb in a group along the steel spans and up to the summit, stopping on the way to hear how the bridge was designed and built.
Cameras and phones are not carried during the climb for safety, so individual photos are taken for you and can be bought after the climb. Wear comfortable, flat, closed shoes. Tell the team at check-in about any health concerns before you start.
Views from the top of the bridge
From the summit you see the whole of central Brisbane: the river bending around the city, the high-rise towers of the CBD, the cliffs at Kangaroo Point, the green Botanic Gardens and the ferries crossing below. On a clear day the view stretches out over the suburbs towards Moreton Bay.
Because the view changes with the light, the best time to climb the Story Bridge depends on what you want. The day climb gives the clearest views, the twilight climb offers golden light as the city lights come on, and the night climb shows Brisbane sparkling after dark.
Day, twilight or night: choosing your climb
Each option has its own set of start times, so select your date in the booking panel to see what is open. The day climb runs through the morning and afternoon, the twilight climb starts in the early evening, and the night climb begins after dark. All three follow the same route and last about 90 minutes.
Check in at the Story Bridge Adventure Climb base on the day, using the details in your booking voucher, and arrive about 30 minutes before your start time. Individual photos are the only extra you may want to buy.
Itinerary
- Check-in at the climb baseArrive about 30 minutes early, sign in and store your belongings in a locker.
- Suit-up and safety briefingYou are fitted with a climbing suit, harness and cap, and your Climb Leader explains the route.
- Climb along the bridgeAscend the stairs and walkways of the steel spans with live commentary.
- Summit viewsPause at the top for 360-degree views over the river, city and bay.
- Descent and finishReturn to the base after about 90 minutes and collect your belongings.
What's included
- Guided climb with an expert Climb Leader
- Live commentary
- All safety and climbing equipment
- Climber cap
- Lockers to store valuables and belongings
Not included
- Individual photos (available to buy after the climb)
Not suitable for
- Children under 6 years
- Anyone afraid of heights who would not be comfortable at the top
- Travellers who cannot climb stairs and ladders or stand for a long time
- Wheelchair users
Meeting point
Check in at the Story Bridge Adventure Climb base in Brisbane, about 30 minutes before your climb time. The exact check-in details are in your booking voucher. Day climbs start from early morning to afternoon, twilight climbs in the early evening and night climbs after dark, depending on the option you book.
Important information
- Wear comfortable, flat, closed shoes and clothes you can move in; a climbing suit goes over them.
- Arrive about 30 minutes before your climb time to check in and store belongings.
- Personal items, phones and cameras are stored in a locker and are not carried on the climb.
- Individual photos are available to buy after the climb and are not included.
- Climbs run in most weather, but may be changed or cancelled in lightning or dangerous conditions.
- Tell the team about any medical conditions or injuries when you check in.
- Children aged 6 to 16 have their own rate; adults are 17 and over, with senior and student rates.
- Start times differ by option, so check the times in the booking panel for your date.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Story Bridge Adventure Climb cost?
The price depends on the option you choose, that is day, twilight or night, and on the traveller type. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, for adults, children, seniors and students.
How long is the Story Bridge climb?
The climb lasts about 90 minutes. Arrive about 30 minutes earlier to check in and prepare.
What is the difference between the options?
All three follow the same route with the same equipment. They differ in time of day: the day climb, the twilight climb at golden hour and the night climb after dark.
Is the Story Bridge climb suitable for children?
Yes, for children aged 6 to 16, who have their own rate. Younger children cannot join.
Do I need to be fit?
You need an average level of fitness and comfort with heights. The route uses stairs and walkways, and the pace is gentle.
Can I take my phone or camera on the climb?
No. For safety, personal items are left in a locker. Individual photos are taken during the climb and can be bought afterwards.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable flat closed shoes and clothes you can move in. The climbing suit and cap are provided.
Is the Story Bridge climb worth it?
If you like views and a little adventure, yes. It gives a view of Brisbane you cannot get from the ground, and the guide adds stories about the bridge.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Select your date in the booking panel to see which climbs are open. Twilight and weekend times are popular, so book early.
What is the best time to climb the Story Bridge?
The day climb has the clearest views, the twilight climb has the best light and the night climb shows the city lights. It depends on your taste.
