The best cool weather experiences in Ipswich…

The best of Ipswich in Autumn...
23 Apr 2024
Discover Ipswich, Staff Writer

It’s not too hot, it’s not too cold, Autumn is just right in the City of Ipswich to get outside and explore…

Explore the great outdoors

Ever hiked to the top of Flinders Peak?  Now’s the perfect time to get outdoors and explore nature.  We have a variety of hikes and walks available in Ipswich. From easy boardwalks to advanced hikes with rock scrambles.   Explore them all here.  

Take a drive to the country

The Llama Farm ponies

Pull on your boots and get exploring hobby farms, producers and country towns.  There are some amazing farmers who happily open their gates and welcome visitors to come and experience the country life firsthand.  Plan your country drive here

Indulge in decadent desserts

Candied pork belly with homemade waffles, butterscotch caramel and smoked vanilla ice cream

If you have a sweet tooth, love a lolly or like to indulge then you’ll want to add these cafés and restaurants to your list of places to visit.  Picture cabinets full of tarts, muffins, donuts and cakes all waiting to be tasted by you!  Taste testers visit here. 

Get cosy by the fireplace

Ipswich Jets Leagues Club

Did you know there are a few places in Ipswich where you can sit by a fireplace and enjoy a drink or a delicious meal?  Some of our best restaurants have fireplaces to help keep you warm in the cooler months!  Find out where they are here.  

Have an adrenaline inducing adventure

V8 Race Experience

Whether you’re into motorsport, floating high in the sky or hitting targets, there’s plenty of adrenaline sports and adventures to tackle in Ipswich.  Find out more here.

Discover Ipswich Staff Writer
Rocky the Rock Wallaby is a Sagittarius who lives at the Ipswich Nature Centre and often contributes to Discover Ipswich in his spare time. When he's not busy showing tourists around, blogging or hanging out with his cute and fluffy mates at the Nature Centre, he likes to hit the gym for a leg session, graze on quinoa salad and ponder the possibilities of the universe.

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