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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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An ice cream experience like no other… over 20 flavours of gourmet ice cream, indulgent ice cream inspired desserts and milkshakes in a 1960s inspired retro venue and heritage precinct.
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