Families – Discover Ipswich

Families

Ipswich is home to an array of destinations loved by families. The Workshops Rail Museum, which includes children’s activities, touring exhibitions and countless rail displays that extend back to the steam era, but the region is also known for its many beautiful parks such as historic Queens Park with its Ipswich Nature Centre, and picnic spots such Nerima Gardens, River Heart Parklands and Kholo Gardens.

Things to do

The beautiful bell tents of Ipswich

A country business brings a spirited boho offering to Ipswich's events and accommodation scene.

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

10 of the Best Parks in Ipswich for Kids

Ipswich has heaps of parks for kids to play in across the region. Check out the 10 best parks and water parks in Ipswich.

Melissa Delaware
Blogger

Must-visit Ipswich markets

A guide to the best markets around the Ipswich region - how many can you cross off the list?

Eva Lewis
Lifestyle Blogger

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

Meet the gang at the Ipswich Nature Centre

In pictures - Ipswich Nature Centre, from the crew who look after the animals and can sometimes not resist a picture.

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

Low and slow BBQ Festival, a first for Ipswich

IF you can smell delicious smoked meat this weekend, it’s all thanks to the Booval BBQ Festival.

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

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Popular experiences

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 [...]

The Workshops Rail Museum

The acclaimed, award-winning Museum should be on every Ipswich visitor’s to-do list. Steeped in history – it was once the [...]

Queensland Pioneer Steam Railway

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

White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate

Located just 20 minutes from the Ipswich Central Business District and 35 minutes’ from Brisbane Central Business District, White Rock [...]

Kholo Gardens

A picturesque retreat into nature seven kilometres from the Ipswich Central Business District is the peaceful Kholo Gardens at Pine [...]

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 [...]

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.

Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve

A wonderful way to cool down and enjoy the great outdoors in Ipswich is at Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve. The [...]

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. [...]

Castle Hill Blackstone Reserve

From culture-rich mining heritage to adrenalin-fuelled downhill mountain biking, Castle Hill is a unique place and offers an experience unlike [...]

Denmark Hill Conservation Reserve

It’s not often you get an unspoiled natural wonderland in the heart of a city but Denmark Hill Conservation Reserve [...]

Summer Land Camel Farm

Australia’s largest wild camel training centre and dairy operation. Located within the beautiful Scenic Rim of South East Queensland, Summer [...]

Orion Lagoon

To cool off during a long hot Ipswich summer, you can’t go past Orion Lagoon at Springfield, just a 30-minute [...]

What's on

15 Jun

Channel Seven Ipswich Cup

The Ipswich Cup is Ipswich’s social event of the year! The event features a host of areas to enjoy the [...]

26 Jul - 28 Jul

Supercars Century Batteries Ipswich SuperSprint

There’s non-stop thrills for all ages at the Century Batteries Ipswich SuperSprint, 26 to 28 July 2019. Round up your [...]

06 Jun - 09 Jun

Gulf Western Oil 52nd Winternationals

The Gulf Western Oils Winternationals is the largest championship Drag Racing event outside of the USA. The Winternationals is the [...]

06 Jun - 09 Jun

Gulf Western Oil 52nd Winternationals

The Gulf Western Oils Winternationals is the largest championship Drag Racing event outside of the USA. The Winternationals is the [...]

23 Jun

The Gathering

The Gathering brings the wider community together in celebration of Celtic music, culture and performance. In the spirit of the [...]

28 May

Up, Up and Away!

Are you ready for take-off? Ladies and Gentlemen, you’re welcome aboard magical airline Up, Up and Away! where only the [...]

26 Jul - 28 Jul

Supercars Century Batteries Ipswich SuperSprint

There’s non-stop thrills for all ages at the Century Batteries Ipswich SuperSprint, 26 to 28 July 2019. Round up your [...]

Places to stay

Quest Springfield Central

Quest Springfield Central serviced apartment style hotel rooms offer guests a relaxed and comfortable Springfield accommodation experience perfect for short [...]

Keira Farm

Keira Billy is a country cottage nestled beside a stand of gum trees and old cattle yards on a working [...]

Eat & drink

Homage

Situated in a historic barn on 12,000 acres of Australian Bushland, Homage is the epitome of fine dining combined with [...]

Indian Mehfil Ipswich

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

MediumRare Chargrill and Bar

Located within Ipswich Country Motel, MediumRare Char Grill and Bar restaurant is established for serving quality steak and modern Australian [...]

Little Mode Cupcakery

Here’s a sweet spot in Ipswich city worth a visit – Little Mode Cupcakery sits opposite Country House Gifts and [...]

Dovetails Restaurant

A contemporary makeover at Ipswich’s heritage Technical College gave the city a beautiful restaurant in Dovetails and a fab sister [...]

Ungermann Brothers

Ben Ungermann won fans across Australia as one of the stars of the 2017 Masterchef series. But it wasn’t only [...]

The Retro Diner

The Retro Diner is one of the many cafes in the Top of Town precinct of Ipswich city. This café [...]

Queens Park Cafe

Set in the oldest designated public park in Queensland, Queens Park Café is a welcoming hub for both locals and [...]

Dark Horse Coffee

This Springfield cafe is ticking boxes for those with allergies and special dietary needs, as well as their canine friends. [...]

Brothers Leagues Club Ipswich

Brothers Ipswich is the leading community club in the region. Located in Raceview, they provide their members and their guests [...]

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