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

Take a walk through Queens Park in the city of Ipswich

Queens Park is one of the oldest parks in Queensland and it’s easy to see why it’s a popular destination: the free mini zoo, Japanese gardens, Environmental Education Centre and cafe are all located on site in the heart of the city of Ipswich.

Weekender
Lifestyle and Travel Program

10 fun places to throw a kid's birthday party in Ipswich

With lots of beautiful parks, animal experiences and adrenalin-fuelled activities, Ipswich is the perfect location for your next get together.

Ashleigh Howarth
Freelance writer

Keira Farm adds glamping and camping options

Looking for a place to take the family, or perhaps a couple's getaway? Keira Farm has it all from a family friendly lodge to couple's only glamping!

MustDoBrisbane.com
Lifestyle Website

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

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

Check out a new street art trail in Ipswich

The recently completed Ipswich Street Art Trail is a compact stroll across the CBD. Meander the back lanes and streets at your own pace to view the seven completed murals.

Liz Bond
Travel, food and wine writer

What’s on this November

Gather your friends, enjoy dinner and drinks, and create fun memories...

Ashleigh Howarth
Freelance writer

Onya bike: the best cycling spots around Ipswich

Onya bike! Here's a round-up of some top riding spots to tackle around the Ipswich region.

Sons of Adventure
Blogger

Top 5 dog friendly parks in Ipswich

It turns out that Ipswich is the home to some of the best dog friendly parks and facilities your little lady or fella could hope for...

Josh Kerr
Ipswich Trekker

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

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Popular experiences

Queensland Pioneer Steam Railway

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

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 [...]

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.

The Soul Nook Collective

A hidden gem in the historic town of Marburg, The Soul Nook Collective creates luxury picnics within the beautiful Old [...]

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.

Sip 'n' Dip Ipswich

Unleash your creative side and enjoy a glass of something nice while you’re at it, in a fun class with [...]

The Llama Farm

The Llama Farm is one of a growing number of farm visit experiences you can enjoy in the Ipswich region [...]

Haigslea EWE Nique Hobby Farm

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

Orion Lagoon

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

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 [...]

Pumpyard Bar and Brewery

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

Prince Alfred Hotel

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

Tommy Smith Cafe

Tommy Smith Café is a relaxed country café within the historic Woodlands of Marburg estate, just off the Warrego Highway [...]

Heisenberg Haus

If you’ve worked up a huge appetite while in Ipswich, you’ll have it more than satisfied at Heisenberg Haus, a [...]

Oikos Cafe Ipswich

Fresh, nutritious food and specialty coffee in charming surrounds are the promise of Oikos, one of Ipswich’s newest cafes. The [...]

Chai House Cafe

Chai House Café at Silkstone not only brings Campos Coffee and a cabinet full of café favourites to the heritage [...]

Queens Park Cafe

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

Ange's Kitchen

The alluring flavours, textures and aromas of homestyle Chinese cooking are the speciality of Ange’s Kitchen in the inner-Ipswich suburb [...]

What's on

27 Dec - 26 Jan 21

Day out with Thomas

The world’s most loved blue steam engine Thomas the Tank Engine is steaming into The Workshops Rail Museum this summer [...]

13 Nov - 31 Dec

Christmas in Ipswich 2020

Join the City of Ipswich as they celebrate the festive season in style with Christmas in Ipswich – A Citywide [...]

08 Aug - 12 Mar 22

Ripley Markets

Second Saturday of every month! 3pm to 8pm. There is nothing they love more than browsing the local market [...]

01 Mar 21 - 31 Mar 21

CMC Rocks QLD 2021

CMC Rocks Queensland is the biggest international country and roots festival in the Southern Hemisphere. Delivering an explosive array of [...]

08 Jul 21 - 18 Jul 21

SPARK Ipswich

SPARK Ipswich, the reimagined Ipswich Festival, is an 11-day city-wide event celebrating the people, places, arts and culture of Ipswich. [...]

25 Dec - 25 Dec

Christmas Day Lunch

Celebrate Christmas Day lunch at The Cottage Restaurant. Enjoy a creative and traditional 5 course degustation with wine. Gather your [...]

27 Dec - 26 Jan 21

Day out with Thomas

The world’s most loved blue steam engine Thomas the Tank Engine is steaming into The Workshops Rail Museum this summer [...]

Places to stay

Best Western Ipswich

COVID-19 Response: Keeping you safe. For the safety of staff and guests they are accepting only cashless payments and social [...]

Hardings Paddock Campground

Just 20 minutes from the Ipswich Central Business District and 45 minutes from the Brisbane Central Business District, the Hardings Paddock campground is perfect for a weekend getaway for the whole family.

Country Motel Ipswich

Country Motel Ipswich offers all you need in a motel with country-style friendly service. Located just a few minutes drive [...]

Tallavalley Farm B&B

This three-bedroom two-bathroom cottage at Tallegalla offers affordable accommodation for up to six people on a working farm. You’ll see [...]

Keira Farm

Keira Farm is a five hundred acre working cattle farm, fifteen minutes west of Ipswich on near the Scenic Rim. [...]

Villa Modica

Ipswich might be best known for its impressive heritage houses but one noted landmark has a more contemporary allure and [...]

Quest Springfield Central

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

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