Discover Ipswich, Queensland, Australia

Acknowledgement of Country

Ipswich is located on Yagara Country, known traditionally in the Yugara/ Yagara language as Tulmur. The Traditional Owners of the Ipswich region are the Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul People.

Paw-fect adventures await

Find out how to holiday with your furry friends in the Heritage city! We have rounded up the paw-fect pet friendly experiences for you and your best mate.

Win Festival of Horsepower tickets

Thanks to the amazing events that make up Festival of Horsepower, we have a family pass to Winternationals, four passes to the Bundy Bitumen Bash at Ipswich Cup and five double passes to 2 Days of Thunder to give away to seven lucky winners! Enter before 10am on 27 May.

2025 Ipswich Visitor Guide out now

From delicious food to family fun, and from outdoor adventures to bucket list experiences, you'll find it inside the Guide. There is also a helpful business directory, major events calendar, maps and more to help visitors plan their stay in Ipswich...Download or order a hard copy of the 2025 Ipswich Visitor Guide now.

Acknowledgement of Country

Ipswich is located on Yagara Country, known traditionally in the Yugara/ Yagara language as Tulmur. The Traditional Owners of the Ipswich region are the Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul People.

Paw-fect adventures await

Find out how to holiday with your furry friends in the Heritage city! We have rounded up the paw-fect pet friendly experiences for you and your best mate.

Win Festival of Horsepower tickets

2025 Ipswich Visitor Guide out now

Experiences

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Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate

Located 20 minutes drive from the Ipswich City, the Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate covers over 2,200 hectares. The conservation estate supports extensive forests and rugged volcanic peaks and slopes including Flinders Peak, Mt Blaine, Mt Catherine and Mt Goolman.

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Woodlands of Marburg

The elegant splendour of Woodlands of Marburg, positioned centrally between Brisbane and Toowoomba, makes it a must-visit destination for its [...]

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White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate

Over 2,500 hectares of regionally significant bushland featuring extensive forested ridges, escarpments and valleys that are home to an amazing array of plant and wildlife species.

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Spicers Hidden Vale

With its sprawling 12,000 acres of native bushland, elegant guest rooms and enticing modern restaurants, Hidden Vale is where sophisticated [...]

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Rafter & Rose

Rafter & Rose, in the character-filled Top of Town precinct of Ipswich, is a delightful indoor café plus open shady [...]

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Ipswich Nature Centre

With over 42 species and around 200 animals in care - dingoes, bilbies, wallabies, water dragons and a whole petting zoo - the Ipswich Nature Centre , located in beautiful Queens Park is an unmissable experience.

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Homage

With a deep history firmly planted in the rich productive soils of the Scenic Rim, and a dining philosophy that [...]

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Hidden Vale Adventure Park (HVAP)

Hidden Vale Adventure Park (HVAP) at Grandchester brings a unique outdoor experience to the region, with a multi-use 100-plus kilometre [...]

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Hardings Paddock Campground

Hardings Paddock campground is perfect for a weekend getaway for the whole family. Surrounded by natural bushland, there are just eight camping sites available to add to the feeling of seclusion.

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Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights - Greater Brisbane

Enjoy glorious views whilst floating majestically over the heritage city of Ipswich, the Scenic Rim and Somerset countryside.

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Prince Alfred Hotel

Ipswich’s Prince Alfred Hotel, which locals have fondly been referring to as ‘The PA’ for many a decade now, continues [...]

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The Llama Farm

The Llama Farm offers an authentic, boutique, rural tourism experience on Brisbane’s doorstep in the beautiful heritage city of Ipswich [...]

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Ghost Tours Australia - Brisbane

Ghost Tours Australia and Historic Australia prides itself on upholding the motto ‘Heritage and Hauntings’. They combine the unique experience [...]

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Watercress Creek Olives and Limes

The Ipswich community is fortunate to offer Bernie Mahon from Watercress Creek Olives and Limes to the wider community. Larger [...]

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EWE Nique Hobby Farm - Haigslea

As the name suggests, this hobby farm offers a unique outing for families. You’ll be able to get up close [...]

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Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve

Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve on the Brisbane River at Chuwar is a special place for the community and remains culturally [...]

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Brookwater Golf and Country Club

Weave your way through two nine-hole loops and immerse yourself in the gorgeous natural surrounds of the Brookwater Golf Course. [...]

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Queensland Pioneer Steam Railway

The romance of the era when steam was king awaits you in Ipswich courtesy of the Queensland Pioneer Steam Railway.

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Castle Hill Blackstone Reserve

From mining heritage to downhill mountain biking, Castle Hill offers an experience unlike anything else in the region. With over 15 International Mountain Biking Association rated trails ranging from easy to very difficult, Castle Hill is suitable for riders of all abilities and is an iconic riding destination in Ipswich.

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