Nature & Wildlife

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

10 Extraordinary Photo Spots in Ipswich

If you’ve never explored the city, you’re in for a treat. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of photo spots in Ipswich to take some Instagram-worthy snaps!

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

The legend of Blackstone Castle

Ipswich was once home to Brynhyfryd Castle at Blackstone, but what remains at the site is a must for any local history buff!

Bec Lewis
Artist

5 reasons to visit this year's Watercress Creek Olive Festival

The annual olive festival is back on April 14 from 8am-2pm.

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

Things to do in Ipswich - a destination on the rise!

We were impressed by Ipswich and are excited to share it as a fantastic place to visit for those in the nearby areas of Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba and the Sunshine Coast

ytravelblog
Travel Blogger

What's on during the Easter school holidays

Entertain the kids in the school holidays

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

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

7 free things to do in Ipswich

The Ipswich region has a wonderful and varied array of things to do that are completely free- read on to find 7 free things to do in Ipswich.

Brisbane Family Explorers
Bloggers

Top tips to keep the kids entertained...

From close up animal encounters to riding the rails on a historic steam train, Ipswich is home to many activities and day trips which are sure to please the whole family.

Ashleigh Howarth
Freelance writer

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

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

10 Extraordinary Photo Spots in Ipswich

If you’ve never explored the city, you’re in for a treat. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of photo spots in Ipswich to take some Instagram-worthy snaps!

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

The legend of Blackstone Castle

Ipswich was once home to Brynhyfryd Castle at Blackstone, but what remains at the site is a must for any local history buff!

Bec Lewis
Artist

5 reasons to visit this year's Watercress Creek Olive Festival

The annual olive festival is back on April 14 from 8am-2pm.

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

Things to do in Ipswich - a destination on the rise!

We were impressed by Ipswich and are excited to share it as a fantastic place to visit for those in the nearby areas of Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba and the Sunshine Coast

ytravelblog
Travel Blogger

What's on during the Easter school holidays

Entertain the kids in the school holidays

Discover Ipswich
Staff Writer

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

7 free things to do in Ipswich

The Ipswich region has a wonderful and varied array of things to do that are completely free- read on to find 7 free things to do in Ipswich.

Brisbane Family Explorers
Bloggers

Top tips to keep the kids entertained...

From close up animal encounters to riding the rails on a historic steam train, Ipswich is home to many activities and day trips which are sure to please the whole family.

Ashleigh Howarth
Freelance writer

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

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Popular experiences

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.

Great Trails of Ipswich Walking Tours for Children

Get ready for some bushwalking activities for children headed your way during April 2025. Supported by Community and Cultural Services, partake in some nature walks delivered by the Discover Ipswich team.

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 [...]

The Llama Farm

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

Great Trails of Ipswich: Habitat Trek and Talk at Haig Street Quarry

Haig Street Quarry Conservation Reserve is home to many water birds that live in and around the Quarry Pond and [...]

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.

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.

Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve

Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve on the Brisbane River at Chuwar is a special place for the community and remains culturally [...]

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.

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

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 [...]

Marburg Hotel

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

St Shoebill

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

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 [...]

Bakehouse Steakhouse

The former Haley’s Bakery, built in 1875, is now home to one of Ipswich’s premier dining experiences, the Bakehouse Steakhouse [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Marburg Hotel

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

St Shoebill

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

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 [...]

Bakehouse Steakhouse

The former Haley’s Bakery, built in 1875, is now home to one of Ipswich’s premier dining experiences, the Bakehouse Steakhouse [...]

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.