The Cube is located in the Science and Engineering Centre at Gardens Point campus, 2 George Street, next to the City Botanic Gardens (a short walk from the city centre). The Cube is on the Ground Floor of the Centre (P Block on Gardens Point map) and is accessible via lifts.
Bookings are not required.
Hours
The Cube is open Tuesday—Sunday, 10am—4pm. Admission is free.
The Cube is closed on Mondays.
Self-guided tours
Getting here
Public transport
QUT Gardens Point is very well serviced by public transport. We suggest using the Translink Journey Planner to plan your visit.
On foot
There is pedestrian access from the city centre via George Street, or from Southbank Parklands via the Goodwill Bridge. Both are a short walk to QUT Gardens Point campus.
By car
For parking information, please see our Parking info below. A taxi drop-off zone is located a short walk from The Cube, outside Parliament House.
Accessibility
QUT has an ongoing commitment to ensure that all buildings are accessible for visitors with a disability. Accessibility maps (PDF file, 1.0MB) can help visitors to navigate the campus. A taxi drop off and short-term parking zone (5 minutes) is located outside Parliament House in George Street, a short walk from The Cube. There are a number of designated Disability Parking bays exclusively reserved for visitors who hold a Disability Parking permit.
Parking
Pay-on-exit public car parks are available within a short walking distance of The Cube. A car park is located underground in the Science and Engineering Centre (P-block) and under the Riverside Expressway. Visit the QUT Parking page for up-to-date information on casual parking locations and fees.
As with most public car parks, availability during busy periods and university semesters is limited. Several Pay Stations, which accept both cash and card, are located in and near the car parks.
Eat + Drink
During your visit, choose from a range of food and beverage options at Gardens Point Precinct. Browse our on-campus outlets to find a spot for a leisurely lunch, a quick bite or a strong coffee.
See + Do
Old Government House
Across the lawn from the Science and Engineering Centre sits the majestic Old Government House. Beautifully restored to its former glory, the 150-year-old House, once the seat of government in Queensland and home to eleven of the State's governors, is now a house museum open to the public. The House is open Tuesday–Friday from 10am–4pm and Sunday 10am–2pm. Admission is free.
William Robinson Gallery
Housed in the graceful setting of Old Government House is the William Robinson Gallery, solely dedicated to the display of works by Australia's pre-eminent landscape artist, William Robinson. The current exhibition, Numinous: The Landscape Paintings of William Robinson, will be on display until August 2025. Open Tuesday–Friday from 10am–4pm and Sunday 10am–2pm. Admission is free.
QUT Art Museum
A contemporary art gallery housed in one of the university's heritage buildings adjacent to Old Government House, QUT Art Museum presents a dynamic exhibition program with an emphasis on contemporary Australian art and design. It also houses the QUT Art Collection, one of Queensland's most significant public collections. The current exhibition, Leah King-Smith: rhythm wRites, is on display until 9 March 2025. Open Tuesday–Friday from 10am–4pm and Sunday 10am–2pm. Admission is free.
Gardens Theatre
Gardens Theatre has been providing high quality entertainment for children and adult audiences alike for more than 20 years.
Surrounded by the City Botanical Gardens, Gardens Point campus and a step away from central Brisbane, it's a great place to experience professional productions.