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

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.

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What's on in July

From markets re-opening to carbaret shows, new guided walks and V8 Race Experiences there's a lot happening - find out what's on in July.

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Bargain school holidays ideas

Want school holiday ideas that won't break the bank? Check out this list of bargain school holidays ideas!

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School holidays: What's on in Ipswich

Come and play and adventure in Ipswich these school holidays!

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Ekka holiday fun in Ipswich

When the Brisbane show day holiday rolls around this month, Ipswich will be luring crowds with some country fun and showtime deals of its own.

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Fun school holidays ideas for the whole family

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained? Check out these school holidays ideas...

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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.

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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
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Who's open for some family fun...

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained? Check out these fun family-friendly ideas...

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6 Amazing animal experiences to check out this weekend

Charming hobby farms, camel rides and llama walking, there's lots of ways to connect with your inner farmer in Ipswich.

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The Workshops Rail Museum

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

Japanese Tea Ceremony @ Nerima Gardens

Located within heritage listed Queens Park, the Nerima Gardens is an unique attraction that celebrates two cultures; Japanese and Australian flora and design elements combine harmoniously to create a place of intrigue, beauty and tranquility that is highlighted on this exciting tour.

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 [...]

Animal Encounters @ Ipswich Nature Centre

June / July school holiday sessions are open for bookings. Adult and concession at kids prices! Don't miss out on these tours - the only way to see the animals during closures to the public!

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.

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.

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.

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 Llama Farm

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

Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve

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

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

Due to the COVID-19 crisis the Restaurant will be closed until further notice, however they will be offering room service [...]

Dovetails Restaurant

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

Rafter and Rose

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

Queens Park Cafe

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

The Retro Diner

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

Commercial Hotel Redbank

One of the region’s oldest hotels has undergone an extensive renovation and relaunched as a bright character-filled venue complete with [...]

Prince Alfred Hotel

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

The Cafe Kalina - Stockland

One of Springfield’s newest cafes is luring crowds with its cooked-from-scratch offerings. The Café Kalina overlooks an adventure playground, in [...]

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.

Ipswich Country Motel

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

Villa Modica

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

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 on Ferguson

Villa on Ferguson offers spacious accommodation close to all the attractions of Ipswich. Located in a quiet cul de sac [...]

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