In Toowoomba - An Easy Drive Away (15mins)
VisitToowoomba - an easy 15 minutes drive away
The Garden City of Toowoomba is the second largest inland city in Australia. It is a dynamic centre with a lot to offer: beautiful gardens, 19th century buildings, a variety of coffee places and restaurants, art galleries and a renowned theatre.
Toowoomba Visitor Information Centre: recommended first port of call at 86 James Street. T 1800 33 11 55
Art & Culture
Cobb&Co Museum holds Australia’s largest collection of horse-drawn vehicles. Thematic workshops on some weekends and school holidays (blacksmithing, millinery and others) - 27 Lindsay Street, Toowoomba. T (07)4659 4900
Toowoomba Sightseeing: for discovering the city on a bus tour. Multiple thematic tours.
Street Art: visit Toowoomba extensive outdoor gallery with over 80 public art murals created by artists from around the world at the First Coat International Festivals between 2013 and 2017.
Empire Theatre: a heritage listed theatre renowned for its classic Art Deco architecture hosting a large variety of shows.
Toowoomba Repertory Theatre is run by theatre amateurs since 1930 and presents top quality production. It is located at 94 Margaret St near Queens Park.
Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery: with permanent and temporary exhibitions.
University Of Southern Queensland School of Creative Arts holds a series of visual exhibitions throughout the year. Open to the public.
Opshopping
Toowoomba has a large variety of second hand op-shops that are great places to find bargains or unique pieces.
In the Steele Rudd Country
Rudd’s Pub , Nobby - Memorabilia on the walls, hearty meals in the plate! (07) 4696 3211
Darling Down Zoo The place to meet a white Lion amongst a variety of other animals. Check feeding times on their website. The zoo is located mid-way between Toowoomba and Warwick.
West of Toowoomba
Australian Army Flying Museum - Discover the Australian military aviation history. Free entry, donations accepted. The museum is located in Oakey. Tel. (07)75 147 040
Gummingurru Aboriginal Sacred Site: an open flat land with remaining of ancient rings of rocks and totems and traditionally used by the Jarowair Clan of the Wakka Wakka nation for their ceremonies. Visit to learn more about the First Nation people culture. The place is in Meringandan. Booking is essential.
Bush walks
Table Top Mountain is one of the popular hikes in Toowoomba for experienced bushwalkers. It is worthwhile to take in the 360º view from the top. There are many other walking trails in Toowoomba region with different level of difficulties. Check the list on the Toowoomba Regional website.
These are only suggestions and the list is not exhaustive.
