Adventures – Discover Ipswich

Ipswich hiking

Ipswich is home to some incredible and underrated hiking areas. Hiker extraordinaire Nam takes us through his favourite Ipswich hiking locations.

Nam Tran
Blogger

The ultimate birdwatcher's guide to Ipswich birds

Pack your camera or binoculars and head outdoors to spy some of the many bird species Ipswich is home to.

Shane Allwood
Photographer

Gift voucher ideas for great gifts

Find the perfect present or a last minute gift with these gift vouchers...

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

My favourite photography locations in Ipswich

Combine an Ipswich roadtrip with photography and what do you have? An awesome bunch of photos from some interesting locations!

Nick Steele

Astrophotography in Ipswich

If you feel like getting away from light pollution around Brisbane and the Gold Coast, check out the astrophotography snaps you can get in Ipswich!

Nick Steele

What's on: Fun experiences this May

Read on to find out What's On this month in Ipswich...

Ashleigh Howarth
Freelance writer

Quirky and romantic Ipswich date ideas

Whether it's your first date or your 50th there's plenty of ways to spice it up with these date ideas...

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

The legend of Blackstone Castle

Ipswich was once home to Brynhyfryd Castle at Blackstone, but what remains at the site is a must for any local history buff!

Bec Lewis
Artist

Top seven places for a picnic in Ipswich

Pack the basket and head to Ipswich - here are seven destinations to get on your picnic radar.

Hannah Statham
Blogger

Fishing in Ipswich

There's some nice places to go fishing in Ipswich, here's a guide on some great spots from a local!

Nick Steele

Ipswich hiking

Ipswich is home to some incredible and underrated hiking areas. Hiker extraordinaire Nam takes us through his favourite Ipswich hiking locations.

Nam Tran
Blogger

The ultimate birdwatcher's guide to Ipswich birds

Pack your camera or binoculars and head outdoors to spy some of the many bird species Ipswich is home to.

Shane Allwood
Photographer

Gift voucher ideas for great gifts

Find the perfect present or a last minute gift with these gift vouchers...

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

My favourite photography locations in Ipswich

Combine an Ipswich roadtrip with photography and what do you have? An awesome bunch of photos from some interesting locations!

Nick Steele

Astrophotography in Ipswich

If you feel like getting away from light pollution around Brisbane and the Gold Coast, check out the astrophotography snaps you can get in Ipswich!

Nick Steele

What's on: Fun experiences this May

Read on to find out What's On this month in Ipswich...

Ashleigh Howarth
Freelance writer

Quirky and romantic Ipswich date ideas

Whether it's your first date or your 50th there's plenty of ways to spice it up with these date ideas...

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

The legend of Blackstone Castle

Ipswich was once home to Brynhyfryd Castle at Blackstone, but what remains at the site is a must for any local history buff!

Bec Lewis
Artist

Top seven places for a picnic in Ipswich

Pack the basket and head to Ipswich - here are seven destinations to get on your picnic radar.

Hannah Statham
Blogger

Fishing in Ipswich

There's some nice places to go fishing in Ipswich, here's a guide on some great spots from a local!

Nick Steele

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Popular experiences

Willowbank Raceway

Drag racing lovers know the place to be for all the action is Willowbank Raceway, just a short drive out [...]

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.

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.

Queensland Museum Rail Workshops

The acclaimed, award-winning Museum should be on every Ipswich visitor's to-do list.

Queens Park In Ipswich

For a park with the true trademark heritage feel of Ipswich, you can’t go past Queens Park. One of the [...]

Grandchester Model Steam Railway

Fancy a family fun day out in the country? Half an hour from Ipswich you'll find the Grandchester Model Steam Railway, where train enthusiasts young and old are in their element.

RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre

Anyone interested in aviation or military history will love a visit to the RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre, near Ipswich.

Nerima Gardens

Nerima Gardens an idyllic retreat to wind down your visit to Queens Park or take a break between enjoying its other numerous attractions.

Top of Town

If you love discovering something a little different and eclectic when you’re shopping, Ipswich’s Top of Town fits the bill. [...]

River Heart Parklands

The Bremer River is at the heart of Ipswich, so the fantastic River Heart Parklands on its banks are aptly named. Enjoy the river breezes as you stroll through a mini rainforest, and past a cascading waterfall and sculpture pond.

Places to stay

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.

Ipswich Caravan Village

Ipswich Caravan Village provides a clean, affordable, and family-friendly caravan park experience located just 4 kilometres from the heart of [...]

Woodlands of Marburg

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

Quest Ipswich

Quest Ipswich Apartments, just one kilometre from the Ipswich Central Business District, is the popular go-to place for many wanting [...]

Spicers Hidden Vale

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

Rosewood Showgrounds Camping Facility

PLEASE NOTE: All Campers MUST contact the Camp Ground Manager on arrival for site allocation and prior to setup. Please call Rosewood Lions Club on 0481 382 049 for all arrivals. Please note that all bookings are booked into a zone. You are not allocated a site no. even if a site no. is stated on your booking.

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.

Ipswich Caravan Village

Ipswich Caravan Village provides a clean, affordable, and family-friendly caravan park experience located just 4 kilometres from the heart of [...]

Woodlands of Marburg

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

Quest Ipswich

Quest Ipswich Apartments, just one kilometre from the Ipswich Central Business District, is the popular go-to place for many wanting [...]

Spicers Hidden Vale

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

Rosewood Showgrounds Camping Facility

Eat & drink

Bakehouse Steakhouse

The former Haley’s Bakery, built in 1875, is now home to one of Ipswich’s premier dining experiences, the Bakehouse Steakhouse [...]

Rafter & Rose

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

Cottage Restaurant

Set inside a charming heritage Queenslander on Limestone Street sits The Cottage Restaurant built in 1861, an Ipswich establishment for [...]

Ipswich Jets Leagues Club

Jets Leagues Club is a complete friendly entertainment and gaming venue, housing a restaurant which offers high quality dining in Ipswich.

Homage

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

Indian Mehfil Ipswich

Indian Mehfil Restaurant is situated in the heart of Ipswich city in an old style heritage building, where you will [...]

Stony Creek Brewing Ipswich

Pumpyard Bar and Brewery has won an enviable reputation as the place to go for top quality, locally brewed beer and plenty of atmosphere.

Fourthchild Cafe Restaurant and Lounge Bar

One of the first hip cafes to open in Ipswich’s heritage Top of Town precinct, Fourthchild has long established itself [...]

Bakehouse Steakhouse

The former Haley’s Bakery, built in 1875, is now home to one of Ipswich’s premier dining experiences, the Bakehouse Steakhouse [...]

Rafter & Rose

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

Cottage Restaurant

Set inside a charming heritage Queenslander on Limestone Street sits The Cottage Restaurant built in 1861, an Ipswich establishment for [...]

Ipswich Jets Leagues Club

Jets Leagues Club is a complete friendly entertainment and gaming venue, housing a restaurant which offers high quality dining in Ipswich.

Homage

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

Indian Mehfil Ipswich

Indian Mehfil Restaurant is situated in the heart of Ipswich city in an old style heritage building, where you will [...]

Stony Creek Brewing Ipswich

Pumpyard Bar and Brewery has won an enviable reputation as the place to go for top quality, locally brewed beer and plenty of atmosphere.