Toowoomba - The Garden City

Carnival of Flowers

In September, Toowoomba celebrates the Carnival of Flowers, Australia's longest running festival. It is a delightful celebration of the spectacular parks & gardens of Toowoomba, featuring many private open gardens.

Japanese Gardens

Toowoomba boasts beautiful Japanese style gardens on the corner of Regent Street and in the University Drive.

Spring Bluff Historic Railway Station and Gardens

The enchanting Spring Bluff Railway Station is located along the main railway line between Toowoomba and Ipswich. This heritage listed railway station is a popular destination, and its main attraction is the beautifully landscaped gardens. Spring Bluff is a great place to have a picnic and learn about the areas history.

Cobb & Co Museum

The Cobb & Co Museum on Lindsay Street is a step back in time with its displays of Cobb & Co coaches and other early transport.

Milne Bay Aquatic Centre

This swimming centre has a range of fun rides including 45 m waterslide, mushroom waterfall, shipwreck boatslide, wave pool, geysers in the lagoon.

Milne Bay Military Museum

The Milne Bay Military Museum displays a large range of memorabilia from World War 2 where many young soldiers from the Toowoomba and Downs region served in the armed forces.

Toowoomba Indoor Race Karts

This venue provides endurance races and special event nights on a regular basis. A dual seat kart is available for an adult with small children.

Jondaryan Woolshed

The Jondaryan Woolshed is historic Sheep Station complex. Guided tours are available where visitors can experience shearing, working horses, sheep dogs and blacksmithing first hand on the premises.

Local Wineries

The Garden City Motor Inn is located nearby a number of quality local wineries including Preston Peak, Govenors Choice, Maclagan and Rimfire.