tourist information

Carnival of Flowers

In September 1999 Toowoomba celebrated its 50th Carnival of Flowers, Australia's longest running festival.

Each year thousands of people flock to Toowoomba to enjoy the beautiful parks and gardens, the delightful weather, and the warmth and friendliness of the people of Toowoomba. Many private gardens are open for visitor's enjoyment.

Japanese Gardens

Beautiful Japanese style gardens located near the University. Entrances in Regent Street and in the University Drive.

Cobb and Co Museum

Visit the past at the Cobb and Co Museum, where you can see real Cobb and Co coaches and other displays of early transport.

Lindsay Street.

Tourist Information Centre

Make sure you visit the Tourist Information Centre at the corner of James and Ramsey streets where the friendly staff will give you plenty of ideas and suggestions of what you can see and do to make your stay in Toowoomba a happy and memorable time.

Milne Bay Aquatic Centre

Experience the latest in leisure and aquatic recreation - the first of its kind in Queensland! Hit the wave pool, experience the excitement of the mushroom waterfall, shipwreck boatslide, geysers and sprays in our lagoon leisure areas. Share in the fun with the kids in our tots' pool with its bubble jets and sprays. Ride our 45 metre fun slide in a fully enclosed flume.

Milne Bay Military Museum

The Military Museum aims to preserve the history of the Australian Armed Forces with an emphasis on the roles played by the men and women of the Darling Downs who served abroad or at home. Memorabilia ranges from a World War I trench system, vehicles, weapons, small arms, artillery, uniforms, photos, medals, and more.

O'Quinn Street (West) near cnr Anzac Avenue.

Open: Sundays 11 am - 4 pm, Anzac Day, Milne Bay Day (Sunday nearest 26 August), other times by arrangement. Enquiries (07) 46309536.

Admission: $2.00 Adult. Family concessions available.

Toowoomba Indoor Race Karts

Open 7 days a week. Dual seat kart available for adult to take smaller children. Specidal events nights and endurance races held regularly. Please note: minimum driver age 8 years, height restrictions apply. Under 18's require parent/guardian consent. Zero alcohol limit.

7 Freighter Avenue, Toowoomba. Phone (07) 4633 2980

Jondaryan Woolshed

Historic Sheep Station and Village Complex.

Explore the mysteries of a culture before television, experience the 5 senses of country life. Guided tours (or use a Self-Guided Tour Booklet), demonstrations of shearing, blacksmithing, working horses, sheep dogs and more. Enjoy freshly-brewed Billy Tea and the Woolshed's famous Damper made from locally grown and processed flour and good rainwater, cooked fresh daily over the coals of the open fire.

Spring Bluff Historic Railway Station and Gardens

Spring Bluff is a heritage listed railway station located on the main railway line between Ipswitch and Toowoomba. Its significance stems from 130 years of railway history and the attraction of its landscaped gardens.

The station is a great place to relax, have a picnic, enjoy the ambience of the gardens and learn about the history of the area. In the last week of September, during Toowoomba's Carnival of Flowers steam train excursions from Toowoomba to Spring Bluff are run by Queensland Rail.

The Toowoomba Bicentennial Waterbird Habitat

The waterbird habitat is a quiet place to relax and enjoy nature. There are a lot of interesting things to do and see at the habitat, but you are requested to please refrain from feeding the birds. Bring your binoculars; the habitat's lakes, islands, marshes, mud flats and grasslands are designed toa ttract a variety of waterbirds. Special features for bird watchers include observation platforms and floating islands, and you can use the hide on the island in the South Lake to quietly view the wild birds at close quarters. Sedges, rushes, water buttercups and many other Australian water plants grow in the habitat, all of which provide excellent photo opportunities. Bring a picnic lunch - picnic tables and seats are provided but no barbecue facilities. The paved pathway allows easy wheelchair access. Admission is free.

Steele Rudd's Shingle Hut

If you've read Australian humour, you'll be familiar with the struggles of the pioneering family told in the "Dad and Dave" series. The stories were written by Steele Rudd, who lived at "The Firs", near Nobby. Some people believe that it was here he wrote "On Our Selection".

Erected at the site today is an authentic shingle hut as described in his books. Whilst you're in the district, drop in on the 100 year old pub, where the hosts have a terrific collection of pioneer photographs and memorabilia.

In the Nobby/East Greenmount district. Drive south on Ruthven Street Toowoomba (towards Warwick), and follow the signs.

Picnic Point

Picnic Point is a lovely park, playground and picnic area, and the starting point for walks. Perched on the edge of the Great Dividing Range, Picnic Point affords magnificent views to the east.

There is also a licenced restaurant for those who want more than a picnic at the Point.

Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery

The Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery has an extensive program of about 45 exhibitions annually. The gallery provides a very interesting outing, showcasing some inspiring and diverse displays of modern and traditional art.

Markets

Police Citizens Youth Club grounds - every Sunday 7.00 am - 1.00 pm. Hundreds of stalls.

Wilsonton Shopping Centre - undercover (in the car park) every Sunday 7.00 am to 1.00 pm.

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Carnival of Flowers
	In September 1999 Toowoomba celebrated its 50th Carnival of Flowers, Australia's longest running festival. Each year thousands of people flock to Toowoomba to enjoy the beautiful parks and gardens, the delightful weather, and the warmth and friendliness of the people of Toowoomba. Many private gardens are open for visitor's enjoyment.

Japanese Gardens
	Beautiful Japanese style gardens located near the University. Entrances in Regent Street and in the University Drive.

Cobb and Co Museum
	Visit the past at the Cobb and Co Museum, where you can see real Cobb and Co coaches and other displays of early transport. Lindsay Street.

Tourist Information Centre
	Make sure you visit the Tourist Information Centre at the corner of James and Ramsey streets where the friendly staff will give you plenty of ideas and suggestions of what you can see and do to make your stay in Toowoomba a happy and memorable time.

Milne Bay Aquatic Centre
	Experience the latest in leisure and aquatic recreation - the first of its kind in Queensland! Hit the wave pool, experience the excitement of the mushroom waterfall, shipwreck boatslide, geysers and sprays in our lagoon leisure areas. Share in the fun with the kids in our tots' pool with its bubble jets and sprays. Ride our 45 metre fun slide in a fully enclosed flume.

Milne Bay Military Museum
	The Military Museum aims to preserve the history of the Australian Armed Forces with an emphasis on the roles played by the men and women of the Darling Downs who served abroad or at home. Memorabilia ranges from a World War I trench system, vehicles, weapons, small arms, artillery, uniforms, photos, medals, and more. O'Quinn Street (West) near cnr Anzac Avenue. Open: Sundays 11 am - 4 pm, Anzac Day, Milne Bay Day (Sunday nearest 26 August), other times by arrangement. Enquiries (07) 46309536. Admission: $2.00 Adult. Family concessions available.

Toowoomba Indoor Race Karts
	Open 7 days a week. Dual seat kart available for adult to take smaller children. Specidal events nights and endurance races held regularly. Please note: minimum driver age 8 years, height restrictions apply. Under 18's require parent/guardian consent. Zero alcohol limit. 7 Freighter Avenue, Toowoomba. Phone (07) 4633 2980

Jondaryan Woolshed
	Historic Sheep Station and Village Complex. Explore the mysteries of a culture before television, experience the 5 senses of country life. Guided tours (or use a Self-Guided Tour Booklet), demonstrations of shearing, blacksmithing, working horses, sheep dogs and more. Enjoy freshly-brewed Billy Tea and the Woolshed's famous Damper made from locally grown and processed flour and good rainwater, cooked fresh daily over the coals of the open fire.

Spring Bluff Historic Railway Station and Gardens
	Spring Bluff is a heritage listed railway station located on the main railway line between Ipswitch and Toowoomba. Its significance stems from 130 years of railway history and the attraction of its landscaped gardens. The station is a great place to relax, have a picnic, enjoy the ambience of the gardens and learn about the history of the area. In the last week of September, during Toowoomba's Carnival of Flowers steam train excursions from Toowoomba to Spring Bluff are run by Queensland Rail.

The Toowoomba Bicentennial Waterbird Habitat
	The waterbird habitat is a quiet place to relax and enjoy nature. There are a lot of interesting things to do and see at the habitat, but you are requested to please refrain from feeding the birds. Bring your binoculars; the habitat's lakes, islands, marshes, mud flats and grasslands are designed toa ttract a variety of waterbirds. Special features for bird watchers include observation platforms and floating islands, and you can use the hide on the island in the South Lake to quietly view the wild birds at close quarters. Sedges, rushes, water buttercups and many other Australian water plants grow in the habitat, all of which provide excellent photo opportunities. Bring a picnic lunch - picnic tables and seats are provided but no barbecue facilities. The paved pathway allows easy wheelchair access. Admission is free.

Steele Rudd's Shingle Hut
	If you've read Australian humour, you'll be familiar with the struggles of the pioneering family told in the "Dad and Dave" series. The stories were written by Steele Rudd, who lived at "The Firs", near Nobby. Some people believe that it was here he wrote "On Our Selection". Erected at the site today is an authentic shingle hut as described in his books. Whilst you're in the district, drop in on the 100 year old pub, where the hosts have a terrific collection of pioneer photographs and memorabilia. In the Nobby/East Greenmount district. Drive south on Ruthven Street Toowoomba (towards Warwick), and follow the signs.

Picnic Point
	Picnic Point is a lovely park, playground and picnic area, and the starting point for walks. Perched on the edge of the Great Dividing Range, Picnic Point affords magnificent views to the east. There is also a licenced restaurant for those who want more than a picnic at the Point.

Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery
	The Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery has an extensive program of about 45 exhibitions annually. The gallery provides a very interesting outing, showcasing some inspiring and diverse displays of modern and traditional art.

Markets
		Police Citizens Youth Club grounds - every Sunday 7.00 am - 1.00 pm. Hundreds of stalls.

		Wilsonton Shopping Centre - undercover (in the car park) every Sunday 7.00 am to 1.00 pm.