Nature & Wildlife

Nature lovers and photographers are spoilt for choice across Ipswich, with vast parklands waiting to be explored and a nature centre in the heart of the city where you can see rare native animals up close.

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A bath among the gum trees

Soak up mountain views and country sunsets from a cottage - and an outdoor bath - among the gum trees at Keira Billy cottage.

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

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The ultimate birdwatcher's guide to Ipswich

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

Shane Allwood
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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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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
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Day in the life of a hot air balloon pilot

While Ipswich sleeps the city's resident hot air balloon pilot greets the day with flames and a fiery sunrise.

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

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Need a weekend away? Escape to the Ipswich countryside

Need a place to escape for the weekend? Here are 10 reasons to make it the Ipswich region.

Hannah Statham
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75 things to do in Ipswich

There's never been more to do and see in Queensland's beautiful heritage city!

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

Free and inexpensive Ipswich activities

Ipswich has plenty of free and inexpensive activities, especially for families looking for things to do!

Mel and Brenden
Bloggers

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
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Popular experiences

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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 [...]

354 Reviews

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Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights

Enjoy glorious views whilst floating majestically over the heritage city of Ipswich, the Scenic Rim and Somerset countryside.

227 Reviews

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 [...]

7 Reviews

Ipswich Nature Centre

Ipswich Nature Centre in Ipswich’s historical Queens Park offers a magical opportunity to get up close and personal with Australian [...]

354 Reviews

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 [...]

Kholo Gardens

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

Orion Lagoon

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

80 Reviews

Bob Gamble Park - River Heart Parklands

In recent years, Ipswich has really made the most of its river with fabulous new attractions such as Bob Gamble [...]

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.

42 Reviews

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 [...]

7 Reviews

Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve

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

55 Reviews

Robelle Domain

The Robelle Domain parklands, in Springfield Central, are a jewel in the crown of the city of Ipswich. Just half [...]

80 Reviews

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20 Nov

Underworld: Mugshots from the Roaring Twenties

15 Sep - 24 Feb 19
Meet the bosses. The plotters. The bruisers. The petty crims. Descend into Sydney’s seedy underworld in the new photographic exhibition [...]

14 Dec

Museum Twilight Markets

14 Dec
Get into the holiday spirit at the Museum Twilight Markets! Combining quality handmade market stalls, food vendors, a licensed bar, [...]

15 Mar 19

CMC Rocks Queensland

15 Mar 19 - 17 Mar 19
CMC Rocks Queensland is the biggest international country and roots festival in the Southern Hemisphere. Delivering an explosive array of [...]

07 Dec

Springfield Markets

03 Aug - 05 Jul 19
Celebrate Friday with Springfield Markets. Come for an afternoon treat, splash in the new lagoon, browse their local talented artists [...]

15 Dec

The Handmade Expo Market Ipswich

18 Nov - 15 Dec
Monthly Market at the Ipswich Turf Club. They are exclusively Handmade/Baked/Grown along with a few quality crafting supplies for you [...]

06 Jun 19

Gulf Western Oil 52nd Winternationals

06 Jun 19 - 09 Jun 19
The Gulf Western Oils Winternationals is the largest championship Drag Racing event outside of the USA. The Winternationals is the [...]

01 Jul 19

Supercars Coates Hire Ipswich SuperSprint

01 Jul 19 - 31 Jul 19
There’s non-stop thrills for all ages at the Coates Hire Ipswich SuperSprint, July 2019. Round up your mates or your [...]

Places to stay

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Spicers Hidden Vale

Spicers Hidden Vale, the luxurious country retreat at Grandchester, just 30 minutes’ drive from Ipswich, has so much to offer [...]

853 Reviews

Hardings Paddock Campground

Just 20 minutes from the Ipswich Central Business District and 45 minutes from the Brisbane Central Business District, the Hardings [...]

7 Reviews

Keira Farm

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

Eat & drink

The Soul Nook Collective

Soul Nook Collective is a venture that sprinkles a little bit of magic wherever it goes. Owner Taryn Cochrane styles [...]

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Indian Mehfil Ipswich

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

300 Reviews

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Homage

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

110 Reviews

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Rafter and Rose

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

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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.

381 Reviews

Dancing Bean Specialty Roasters and Espresso Bar

Dancing Bean – Ipswich’s own coffee roaster. Dancing Bean Espresso Bar is actually a whole lot more than the name [...]

21 Reviews

Brothers Leagues Club

If you’re looking for a great day or night out with dining, gaming and live entertainment, Brothers Leagues Club in [...]

58 Reviews

Ipswich Jets Leagues Club

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

24 Reviews

Two Sisters Pizza

Now is the perfect time to meet the newest member of the family “Two Sisters Pizza”. You won’t be disappointed, [...]

2 Reviews

Dovetails Restaurant

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

99 Reviews

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