VISITING IPSWICH

Things to see and do in Ipswich

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With gracious heritage buildings lining the streets, and set amongst 500 hectares of parkland, Ipswich is Queensland’s oldest provincial city. Less than an hour’s drive southwest of Brisbane, this satellite city makes the perfect day trip, and is full of hidden secrets and new experiences waiting to be uncovered.

See the city’s own hot spots and venture to surrounding trails and mountain lookouts.

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Queensland Museum Rail Workshops

All aboard for a wholly interactive authentic heritage and cultural experience located at Australia’s oldest railway workshops still in operation.

Top of Town

This historical stretch of cafés, restaurants, vintage stores, clothing boutiques, a luxury spa, homewares and collectibles is perfect for those seeking something a little different.

Ipswich Nature Centre

Home to a range of native Australian animals including dingoes, wallabies and bilbies as well as cute farm animals, you can enjoy walking around the shady boardwalks for free, or book an Animal Encounter during school holidays.

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