The Gabba Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common Brisbane Cricket Ground visitor questions about toilets, parking, transport, and facilities.
How many toilets and restrooms are at The Gabba?
The Gabba has over 30 restroom locations across 4 stands (Stanley Street Stand, Western Stand, Eastern Stand, and Members' Stand) and multiple levels. Every stand has bathrooms on every level, so you're never more than a short walk from a toilet at the Brisbane Cricket Ground. See our
interactive toilet map for exact locations.
Where are the accessible toilets at The Gabba?
Accessible toilets are on every level of every stand at The Gabba. The Changing Places facility (with ceiling hoist and adult change table) is at Level 1, Western Stand, Bay W4. Accessible restrooms have grab rails, wider doorways, and emergency call buttons.
Where is the nearest toilet to Gate 1 at The Gabba?
Stanley Street Stand Ground Level restrooms — about 1 minute walk from Gate 1. These are the closest bathrooms when entering via Vulture Street. A parents' room with baby change is available on Level 1.
Is there a baby change room at The Gabba?
Yes. 3 dedicated parents' rooms on Level 1 at the Brisbane Cricket Ground: in the Stanley Street Stand, Western Stand, and Members' Stand. Each has baby change tables, feeding chairs, and warming facilities.
Which Gabba toilets have the shortest queues at half-time?
Level 2 and Level 3 bathrooms are consistently the quietest during half-time breaks, between innings, and at quarter-time for AFL matches. Most crowds stay on the ground level concourse — heading up a level or two saves significant restroom queue time.
Can I bring food and drinks into The Gabba?
Yes. You can bring food into the Brisbane Cricket Ground but no glass containers, cans, or alcohol. Sealed water bottles under 600ml are allowed. Grab a meal from Stanley Street or Woolloongabba on your way in to save money.
Where should I park for The Gabba?
Street parking on Vulture Street (2 min walk to Gate 1, metered) and Stanley Street (3 min to Gate 2) are closest. For big AFL matches, arrive 90 min early. South Bank car parks (15-20 min walk) are often cheaper. The Woolloongabba Cross River Rail station will transform access when complete. The closest restroom from most car parks is inside the ground.
What hotels are closest to The Gabba?
Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane (1.2km, 15 min walk, from $140/night) and The Wellington Apartment Hotel (1.0km, 13 min walk, from $160/night) are the closest hotels. South Bank hotels like Rydges and Mantra (2km, 25 min walk) offer more dining options. Book well ahead for Brisbane Lions finals and Test cricket — they sell out months in advance. All have guest toilet and restroom facilities.
How do I get to The Gabba by public transport?
The Woolloongabba Cross River Rail station (opening 2025-26) will be steps from the ground. Currently, the Woolloongabba busway (300m south) has frequent services. South Bank train station is 15 min walk via Vulture Street. Multiple bus routes run along Vulture Street and Stanley Street. All have public toilets at or near the stops.
Where should I eat before a game at The Gabba?
Closest options: Coffee @ The Gabba (330m, cafe), Hereinspaziert (350m, German), and Pearl Cafe (350m) are all under 5 min walk. For pubs, Chalk Hotel (530m) and Electric Avenue (350m) are the closest with customer toilets. Stanley Street has a great restaurant strip including C'est Bon (French), Vespa Pizza, and Bengal Kitchen. All have customer restrooms.
What is The Gabba capacity?
The Gabba seats 42,000 people. It's the home ground for the Brisbane Lions (AFL), Queensland Bulls (Sheffield Shield cricket), and Brisbane Heat (Big Bash League). The venue was also central to the 2032 Brisbane Olympics planning as the proposed main stadium. The Brisbane Cricket Ground has 30+ toilet facilities across all stands to serve match-day crowds.
Are there public toilets near The Gabba outside the ground?
Yes. The closest public toilet is at Raymond Park (400m south, open 6am-7pm, free). Others include South Bank Parklands (1.2km, multiple accessible restrooms with baby change), Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park (1km, accessible bathroom), and Dutton Park (1.4km). All are free public restrooms.
