Things to do in Toowoomba

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St Maarten and St Martin which includes street scenes
St Maarten and St Martin showing signage and heritage architecture
Cobb & Co Museum which includes heritage elements
St Maarten and St Martin showing outdoor art
Cobb & Co Museum showing signage
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What to do in Toowoomba

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Queens Park featuring a park

Queens Park

3/5(1 review)

Queens Park is just one of the places to see in Toowoomba, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its cafes.

Queens Park
Empire Theatre

Empire Theatre

3/5(2 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Empire Theatre during your trip to Toowoomba. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's cafes.

Empire Theatre
Cobb & Co Museum showing signage

Cobb & Co Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cobb & Co Museum in Toowoomba. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its cafes.

Cobb & Co Museum
Laurel Bank Park showing flowers and a garden

Laurel Bank Park

4.5/5(3 reviews)

After visiting Laurel Bank Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Toowoomba. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's cafes.

Laurel Bank Park
Japanese Gardens featuring a pond, a bridge and a park

Japanese Gardens

4/5(4 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Japanese Gardens, a lovely green space in Toowoomba. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's cafes.

Japanese Gardens
Ju Raku En. It's open from 0700-dusk daily and has a donation tin at the gate for entry. There are chairs, picnic tables and huts scattered around, as well as plenty of rock or grass options to take a seat and ponder life

University of Southern Queensland

Walk around the campus at University of Southern Queensland as part of your travels around Toowoomba. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

University of Southern Queensland
Picnic Point Park featuring a park and views as well as a couple

Picnic Point Park

Explore the great outdoors at Picnic Point Park, a lovely green space in Toowoomba.

Picnic Point Park
Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery featuring outdoor art

Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery during your travels in Toowoomba. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its golf courses.

Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery

Toowoomba Base Hospital

3/5(1 review)

Though Toowoomba Base Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Toowoomba while you are here.

Toowoomba Base Hospital

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Toowoomba

Queens Park showing a garden as well as an individual femail

East Toowoomba

Gardens and spas are notable features of East Toowoomba. You might consider a stop by Cobb & Co Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

East Toowoomba
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South Toowoomba

Golf courses and spas are notable features of South Toowoomba. You might consider a stop by City Golf Club while you're exploring the neighborhood.

South Toowoomba
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Kearneys Spring

Kearneys Spring is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rhonda Thorne Oval and Ruthven Street South Reserve.

Kearneys Spring
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Middle Ridge

If you're spending some time in Middle Ridge, Toowoomba Golf Club and Glen Lomond Park are top sights worth seeing.

Middle Ridge
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Harristown

Visitors to Harristown enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Ju Raku En Japanese Garden is worth a stop.

Harristown
Toowoomba

Central Business District

If you're spending some time in Central Business District, Empire Theatre and Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Central Business District

Popular day trips from Toowoomba

Highfields which includes outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Highfields

Frequently asked questions

Is Toowoomba worth visiting?
Offering a blend of family-friendly attractions and festivals, there are plenty of things to do in Toowoomba. While you're here, head to Empire Theatre, a key attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Toowoomba?
Start your sightseeing with a visit to Cobb & Co Museum and Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery. Then, explore different areas of Toowoomba for a bite to eat and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Toowoomba?
Empire Theatre is one of the top tourist attractions in Toowoomba and should be high on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Toowoomba?
Three days in Toowoomba is plenty of time to visit the city's major attractions. Many travelers spend two days on average. Empire Theatre, Cobb & Co Museum and Laurel Bank Park are top-rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a bit longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Gatton.
Is Toowoomba a walkable city?
It depends on what you plan to see and do in Toowoomba. Several top attractions, such as Empire Theatre and Cobb & Co Museum, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Toowoomba's neighborhoods, South Toowoomba is 2 kilometers away from downtown, while East Toowoomba is 2 kilometers away from the center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Toowoomba with kids?
Planning what to do in Toowoomba with kids has never been easier. Whether you're traveling with little ones or teenagers, there are loads of family-friendly tours and activities to keep everyone happy here.
What to do in Toowoomba for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or outdoor explorer, there are loads of things to do in Toowoomba for adults.
Are there free things to do in Toowoomba?
One of the top ways to find free things to do in Toowoomba is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on vibrant neighborhoods, parks and other major attractions you can enjoy without reaching into your pocket. Laurel Bank Park is one spot that doesn't charge an admission fee.