Southern Queensland Country

Travel Guide

Stunning field of yellow sunflowers in a country rural setting in Southern Downs, Queensland, Australia
Stunning field of yellow sunflowers in a country rural setting in Southern Downs, Queensland, Australia
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 (or bird watch).
What an amazing drive to find this location, all up the range there are some breath taking views. You park right across the road from the caravan park in a little picnic area, there are barbecues and tables and chairs and just a short walk from there is the look out to Queen Mary Falls. You can choose to continue along the trail until it reaches the bottom. The trail is accessible all the way and an easy walk. And the falls is breath taking
Heading out for a hike at Giraween. #weekendgetaway #hiking #nationalpark #nature

Where to stay in Southern Queensland Country

Cobb & Co Museum

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 Murray Clewett Wetlands and Rhonda Thorne Oval.

Kearneys Spring
Empire Theatre showing signage

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
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Newtown

Visitors to Newtown like its restaurants and shopping, and Clifford Park Racecourse is a sight worth a stop.

Newtown
Beautiful gardens and floral display in Queens Park during Toowoomba's Carnival of Flowers

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
Burke and Wills Hotel

Burke and Wills Hotel

4.5 out of 5
554 Ruthven Street Toowoomba QLD
The price is NT$4,361 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
NT$4,361
NT$4,798 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (882 reviews)
Clean rooms and restaurants close by

Reviewed on 2026/2/14

Burke and Wills Hotel
Platinum International

Platinum International

4.5 out of 5
326 James Street Harristown QLD
The price is NT$3,747 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
NT$3,747
NT$4,122 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (745 reviews)
Staff were kind. Place was beautiful

Reviewed on 2026/2/15

Platinum International
Applegum Inn

Applegum Inn

3.5 out of 5
41 Margaret Street East Toowoomba QLD
The price is NT$3,054 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
NT$3,054
NT$3,360 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (573 reviews)
Bathroom was clean and renovated.The room was quiet,the beds were comfortable.

Reviewed on 2026/2/22

Applegum Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Athena Motel Apartments

Athena Motel Apartments

4 out of 5
214 James Street South Toowoomba QLD
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (578 reviews)
Greeted by very friendly receptionist. Room was clean and kitchenette had everything including small dishwasher. Bed was very comfortable. Located on a busy street but did not hear any traffic noise. Restaurant not open on weekend but not far to eateries. Very happy.

Reviewed on 2026/2/16

Athena Motel Apartments
Quest Toowoomba

Quest Toowoomba

4.5 out of 5
133 Margaret Street Toowoomba QLD
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (276 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on 2026/1/25

Quest Toowoomba
Toowoomba Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

Toowoomba Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
532-544 Ruthven Street Toowoomba QLD
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,063 reviews)
The room was in a disgusting state of cleanliness and the accommodation was significantly overpriced. Upon entering the room, it was clear the en-suite bathroom had not been cleaned adequately as there were empty shampoo and body wash bottles that were left from the previous occupants. I would not ...

Reviewed on 2026/1/3

Toowoomba Central Plaza Apartment Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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