The climb is fun, and the views are beautiful. The downsides are there is the cheesy tourist speech and associated attempts at banter ("where''s everybody from? Who has travelled the furthest to be here today?") that comes with such activities, and also that everything takes sooooo long. There is lots and lots of standing and waiting around, so patience is required unless you get lucky and manage to somehow get a smaller group.

What you can expect

Discover Brisbane's #1 adventure on the iconic Story Bridge Adventure Climb. Climb Queensland's most famous bridge and stand 80 metres above the Brisbane River, taking in breathtaking 360° views of Brisbane City, Howard Smith Wharves, Moreton Bay and the Scenic Rim. Led by an expert local Climb Leader, you'll uncover fascinating stories about Brisbane's history, culture and engineering while creating unforgettable memories. Choose from Dawn, Day, Twilight or Night climbs, each offering a unique perspective of the city. Perfect for couples, families, solo travellers and groups, this guided experience is suitable for a wide range of fitness levels. Located at vibrant Howard Smith Wharves, it's easy to pair your climb with riverside dining and entertainment. More than sightseeing, Story Bridge Adventure Climb is an inspiring journey of adventure, connection and achievement, making it one of the best things to do in Brisbane.

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Inclusions

90-minute fully guided Story Bridge Adventure Climb, including check-in, safety briefing and bridge climb.
Expert Climb Leader providing fascinating commentary, Brisbane history and local insights throughout your adventure.
Breathtaking 360-degree views of the Brisbane River, city skyline, Moreton Bay, the Glass House Mountains and the Scenic Rim.
Specially designed climb suit, full-body safety harness and all technical safety equipment provided.
Complimentary Story Bridge Adventure Climb cap to wear during your climb and keep as a souvenir.
Rain jackets provided if required—rain or shine, it's a great time to climb!
Secure lockers for your personal belongings, with all loose items safely stored before your climb.
Photo opportunities available to purchase after your climb, so you can relive your unforgettable experience.
Small groups of up to 14 climbers, ensuring a personalised and engaging experience.
A unique Brisbane bucket-list adventure combining breathtaking views, authentic storytelling, meaningful connections and unforgettable memories.

Exclusions

Hotel transfers

Operating Hours

Story Bridge Adventure Climb is open 7 days a week, with climbs departing throughout the day from dawn until night.
Visitor Centre & Check-in
Daily: 8:30 am – 9:00 pm
Closed: Christmas Day
Special closures: Selected dates during the annual Riverfire Festival (where applicable).
Please note: Climb departure times vary seasonally and by experience (Dawn, Day, Twilight, Night, Toast at the Top and special events). Advance bookings are recommended, particularly on weekends and during school holidays.

Duration

Please allow 90 minutes for this experience.

Departure Location

Story Bridge Adventure Climb – Howard Smith Wharves 5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Your adventure begins at Howard Smith Wharves, located beneath the Story Bridge on the north side of the Brisbane River, next to Crystalbrook Vincent Hotel and Betty's Burgers.
Getting here is easy:
Parking: Paid parking is available at the Howard Smith Wharves car park, with additional street parking nearby (subject to availability).
CityCat: Catch the 50-cent CityCat to Howard Smith Wharves Terminal, just a short walk from our Base.
Train: Travel to Fortitude Valley Station or Brisbane Central Station, then enjoy a scenic 10–15 minute walk.
Bus: Regular bus services operate to Brisbane City, with an easy walk to Howard Smith Wharves.
Walk: Follow the beautiful Brisbane Riverwalk, which leads directly to Howard Smith Wharves and our Base.
Our Base is conveniently located in one of Brisbane's most vibrant riverside precincts, making it the perfect place to enjoy a meal, drink or explore before or after your Story Bridge Adventure Climb.

What To Bring

Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing that allows you to move freely.
Fully enclosed, secure, rubber-soled shoes are compulsory. Comfortable walking or sports shoes are recommended.
A Story Bridge Adventure Climb suit and all required safety equipment will be provided.
Every climber receives a complimentary SBAC hat to wear during the climb and take home as a keepsake.
Mobile phones, cameras, Meta smart glasses, smart watches and other personal belongings cannot be taken onto the bridge.
Prescription glasses and sunglasses are permitted and will be securely attached before climbing.
Essential medical items, such as asthma puffers, may be taken when required and will be safely secured by the team.
Long hair may need to be tied back, and loose jewellery or accessories should be removed before climbing.
Additional weather protection may be provided when required.

Additional Information

Participants must be at least 6 years old and 110 cm tall.
Children aged 6–9 years require one accompanying adult per child. Children aged 10–16 years require one accompanying adult for every three children.
Maximum participant weight is 130 kg.
A zero blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is required for all climbers aged 18 years and over. A breath test is conducted before every climb.
Climbs operate rain or shine. In the event of severe weather such as lightning, hail or high winds, departures may be delayed or rescheduled.
All climb equipment, including a climb suit, harness, communication equipment, and a commemorative Story Bridge Adventure Climb cap, is provided.
Professional photos are taken during the experience and are available for purchase after your climb.
For safety reasons, personal items including phones, cameras, smart watches, bags and loose belongings cannot be taken onto the bridge and must be stored in complimentary lockers.
Guests with medical conditions or mobility concerns should contact Story Bridge Adventure Climb before booking to discuss suitability.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time to allow time for check-in, equipment fitting and your safety briefing.
This experience is one of Brisbane's most iconic bucket-list adventures, offering breathtaking 360-degree views of the city skyline, Brisbane River, Moreton Bay, the Glass House Mountains and Scenic Rim with expert commentary from your experienced Climb Leader.

Terms And Conditions

Age: Climbers must be 6 years or older.
Height: Climbers must be at least 110 cm tall.
Children: Children aged 6–9 require one accompanying adult per child. Children aged 10–16 may climb at a ratio of one adult to three children.
Prescription glasses and sunglasses are permitted and will be secured appropriately for the climb.
Essential medical items, such as an asthma puffer, may be taken on the climb. Please advise your Climb Leader during preparation so the item can be safely secured.
Fitness: Climbers need a general level of health and fitness and must be capable of climbing stairs independently and completing the experience safely in outdoor weather conditions
Medical conditions: Guests must disclose relevant medical conditions, injuries or recent surgery before climbing. Certain heart, respiratory, neurological, balance, back, limb or joint conditions may require assessment or prior approval
Climber Declaration: All participants must complete the Story Bridge Adventure Climb Declaration Form before their climb and provide accurate information regarding their health and suitability to participate
Footwear: Fully enclosed, rubber-soled footwear is compulsory. Climbers are supplied with a fully enclosed climb suit, with additional weather-related accessories available as required.
Personal belongings: Personal communication devices, including mobile phones, must be switched off within the check-in premises. SBAC may also inspect bags, backpacks and other containers entering the premises.
Weather: Climbs operate rain or shine, subject to operational and safety requirements. Climbers should be prepared for outdoor conditions and follow their Climb Leader’s instructions at all times.
Alcohol: Climbers must record a blood-alcohol level below 0.05%. Climbers are subject to a mandatory breathalyser test before climbing. Anyone who refuses the test will not be permitted to climb
Weight: Climbers must weigh under 130 kg, due to safety equipment requirements.
Pregnancy: Guests who are up to 20 weeks pregnant may participate at their own risk and must wear the required safety harness. Guests over 20 weeks pregnant cannot participate. SBAC recommends guests who are pregnant up to 20 weeks obtain a recent fitness certificate from their G
No mobile phones are permitted on the climb.
No cameras, GoPros or personal recording devices are permitted.
No Meta smart glasses or other smart glasses are permitted on the climb

Cancellation Policy

Tickets are non-refundable and are only valid for the booked climb
Gift Certificates are non-refundable
No refund will be provided in case of booking cancellation or no-show
Requests to change a booking (subject to SBAC management approval) may only be made to the time or date of a Climb but not to the number or identity of Climbers. Administration fees apply as follows:
Requests to change a booking up to 14 days before the climb date will incur a $50 fee per booking
Requests to change a booking within 13 days to 72 hours will incur a $25 rescheduling fee per booked climber
Requests to change a booking within 72hrs cannot be accommodated
In the case of purchases bought through a Reseller, that Reseller will be responsible for any rescheduling administration, in accordance with SBAC’s rescheduling policies

Location

5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City, Queensland 4000

Recent reviews

4.7/5

Based on 41 reviews

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Anisha Din

3 months ago

Instructor, Safety

Our instructor nick was amazing, everyone was in harness, safety briefing was done well. Great pictures taken by Nick

Reply from Adrenaline Customer Support

Hi , we're so pleased to hear you enjoyed your experience. We appreciate you taking the time to leave such positive feedback!

Ryland

over 1 year ago

Nice, but I probably wouldn''t do it again.

Bec

almost 3 years ago

Fun times

Did the night climb. Emily was a great host. Very informative and witty, lots of laughs had. Was a perfect night for a bridge climb, little hot but can’t do anything about that. Views were great. It was overall a great experience. Would recommend.

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