Nature & Wildlife

The ultimate birdwatcher's guide to Ipswich birds

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

Shane Allwood
Photographer

Where to go camping in Ipswich

From stunning bushland properties, picturesque working farms and riverfront properties Ipswich has a great range of campsites to choose from...

Melissa Delaware
Blogger

Floating Images celebrates 20 years of balloon flights

With more than 2000 hours flying time in the Ipswich region, Pilot Graeme Day celebrates business birthday milestone

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

5 Things you didn’t know about Ipswich’s most popular conservation estate

It might be one of the most visited conservation estates in Ipswich, but the White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate still has a few little secrets you might not know...

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

Six of the best lunches with a view

Whether you prefer water or countryside views, there's plenty of places to dine with a view in Ipswich, here's six of the best...

Marj Osborne
Food Blogger

Fishing in Ipswich

There's some nice places to go fishing in Ipswich, here's a guide on some great spots from a local!

Nick Steele

Quirky and romantic Ipswich date ideas

Whether it's your first date or your 50th there's plenty of ways to spice it up with these date ideas...

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

Discover playgrounds with cafes and restaurants only metres away

The kids will love running around and checking out the equipment, while you'll love sipping on a coffee or taking a bite into something tasty...

Kathryn Fletcher
Visitor Experiences Officer

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

Ipswich's best walks

Like the books from my childhood you really can choose your own adventure by discovering the walking paths in Ipswich. Here's a few of Ipswich's best walks.

Donna Isaacs
Photographer

The ultimate birdwatcher's guide to Ipswich birds

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

Shane Allwood
Photographer

Where to go camping in Ipswich

From stunning bushland properties, picturesque working farms and riverfront properties Ipswich has a great range of campsites to choose from...

Melissa Delaware
Blogger

Floating Images celebrates 20 years of balloon flights

With more than 2000 hours flying time in the Ipswich region, Pilot Graeme Day celebrates business birthday milestone

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

5 Things you didn’t know about Ipswich’s most popular conservation estate

It might be one of the most visited conservation estates in Ipswich, but the White Rock - Spring Mountain Conservation Estate still has a few little secrets you might not know...

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

Six of the best lunches with a view

Whether you prefer water or countryside views, there's plenty of places to dine with a view in Ipswich, here's six of the best...

Marj Osborne
Food Blogger

Fishing in Ipswich

There's some nice places to go fishing in Ipswich, here's a guide on some great spots from a local!

Nick Steele

Quirky and romantic Ipswich date ideas

Whether it's your first date or your 50th there's plenty of ways to spice it up with these date ideas...

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

Discover playgrounds with cafes and restaurants only metres away

The kids will love running around and checking out the equipment, while you'll love sipping on a coffee or taking a bite into something tasty...

Kathryn Fletcher
Visitor Experiences Officer

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

Ipswich's best walks

Like the books from my childhood you really can choose your own adventure by discovering the walking paths in Ipswich. Here's a few of Ipswich's best walks.

Donna Isaacs
Photographer

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Popular experiences

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.

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.

EWE Nique Hobby Farm - Haigslea

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

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 [...]

Summer Land Camels

On their Farm Tours, you’ll learn about camels and Australia’s camel history, the story of Summer Land Camels, and much more.

The Llama Farm

The Llama Farm offers an authentic, boutique, rural tourism experience on Brisbane’s doorstep in the beautiful heritage city of Ipswich [...]

Castle Hill Blackstone Reserve

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.

Kholo Gardens

A picturesque retreat into nature seven kilometres from the Ipswich Central Business District is the peaceful Kholo Gardens at Pine Mountain. It's an unexpected delight to explore with its lush gardens, crystal clear lily pond, bush walks and open spaces.

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 [...]

Robelle Domain

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

Places to stay

Hardings Paddock Campground

Hardings Paddock campground is perfect for a weekend getaway for the whole family. Surrounded by natural bushland, there are just eight camping sites available to add to the feeling of seclusion.

Spicers Hidden Vale

With its sprawling 12,000 acres of native bushland, elegant guest rooms and enticing modern restaurants, Hidden Vale is where sophisticated [...]

Hardings Paddock Campground

Hardings Paddock campground is perfect for a weekend getaway for the whole family. Surrounded by natural bushland, there are just eight camping sites available to add to the feeling of seclusion.

Spicers Hidden Vale

With its sprawling 12,000 acres of native bushland, elegant guest rooms and enticing modern restaurants, Hidden Vale is where sophisticated [...]

Hardings Paddock Campground

Hardings Paddock campground is perfect for a weekend getaway for the whole family. Surrounded by natural bushland, there are just eight camping sites available to add to the feeling of seclusion.

Spicers Hidden Vale

With its sprawling 12,000 acres of native bushland, elegant guest rooms and enticing modern restaurants, Hidden Vale is where sophisticated [...]

Hardings Paddock Campground

Hardings Paddock campground is perfect for a weekend getaway for the whole family. Surrounded by natural bushland, there are just eight camping sites available to add to the feeling of seclusion.

Spicers Hidden Vale

With its sprawling 12,000 acres of native bushland, elegant guest rooms and enticing modern restaurants, Hidden Vale is where sophisticated [...]

Eat & drink

Marburg Hotel

You might have seen the sign on the Warrego Highway “There’s antiques down in Marburg” – but there’s also a [...]

Walloon Hotel

The historic Walloon Hotel exudes country charm and hospitality just a few minutes from Ipswich City. It’s not unusual for [...]

Fourthchild Cafe Restaurant and Lounge Bar

One of the first hip cafes to open in Ipswich’s heritage Top of Town precinct, Fourthchild has long established itself [...]

The Rising Sun Hotel

The Rising Sun Hotel is a charming two-story timber pub in the heart of Rosewood frequented by friendly locals and [...]

St Shoebill

St Shoebill breezed into Ipswich’s Top of Town precinct in late 2020, bringing a fresh contemporary fit-out to the historic [...]

Homage

With a deep history firmly planted in the rich productive soils of the Scenic Rim, and a dining philosophy that [...]

Indian Mehfil Ipswich

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

Stony Creek Brewing Ipswich

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

Summer Land Camels Cafe

Summer Land Camels offers a true "paddock to plate" experience. Australia's largest camel dairy offers authentic farm-gate products and experiences.

Elderflower Cafe

Elderflower Cafe owner Jolie Beckett strives to create a welcoming and dog-friendly coffee spot for local families. Nestled in amongst [...]

Marburg Hotel

You might have seen the sign on the Warrego Highway “There’s antiques down in Marburg” – but there’s also a [...]

Walloon Hotel

The historic Walloon Hotel exudes country charm and hospitality just a few minutes from Ipswich City. It’s not unusual for [...]

Fourthchild Cafe Restaurant and Lounge Bar

One of the first hip cafes to open in Ipswich’s heritage Top of Town precinct, Fourthchild has long established itself [...]

The Rising Sun Hotel

The Rising Sun Hotel is a charming two-story timber pub in the heart of Rosewood frequented by friendly locals and [...]

St Shoebill

St Shoebill breezed into Ipswich’s Top of Town precinct in late 2020, bringing a fresh contemporary fit-out to the historic [...]

Homage

With a deep history firmly planted in the rich productive soils of the Scenic Rim, and a dining philosophy that [...]

Indian Mehfil Ipswich

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

Stony Creek Brewing Ipswich

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

Summer Land Camels Cafe

Summer Land Camels offers a true "paddock to plate" experience. Australia's largest camel dairy offers authentic farm-gate products and experiences.