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Sometimes called "The Garden City," the city has a lot to offer to its visitors. During September, in Toowoomba takes place the Australian Carnival of Flowers. This nice destination seems to celebrate nature all throughout the year, so be sure to consider an amazing trip to Toowoomba!
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Toowoomba is ideal to bring a hire car for those who love nature and feel the need to relax in the heart of it. A city in South East Queensland, Toowoomba is located 127 kilometers or just 90 minutes drive west of Queensland's capital city, Brisbane via rental car. If this is your first time travelling to the state, make sure to observe the speed limit and if the weather is terrible, ensure to reduce your speed.
There are a lot of “must-see” in Toowoomba. And some of them will surely make it clear that the term “Garden City” is really appropriate for it. In order to do some sightseeing and destination-hopping faster, get a car hire at a budget-friendly price. Now, if you want to make your holiday or business trip to Toowoomba more enjoyable, we have come up with a list of things to see and do, accommodation, and dining options so you won't have a hard time choosing where to go, stay or eat. Below are some of our picks.
Toowoomba is nationally renowned for its annual Flower Festival in September. Many of the city's major parks and gardens are specially prepared for the Festival. It enjoys four distinct seasons and the rich volcanic soil in the region helps maintain the 150 public parks that are scattered across the city.
The Festival is not just about a Parade with flower-themed floats, it also includes a prominent Home Garden Competition where people are allowed to visit participating homes and gardens for inspections. A popular way of arriving at the Festival from Brisbane is on specially chartered retired steam or diesel train that will make you feel the way of traveling to Toowoomba in the 19th century.
Address: Toowoomba City QLD 4350
Have a walk through Mort Estate. Take off those seatbelts and have a leisure walk through Toowoomba's oldest subdivision. Mort Estate was established in 1862 and its intriguing history and architecture can be seen and admired through a self-guided walk in the precinct. The pleasant walk starts and finishes at Toowoomba's historic Railway Station. Follow the trail and you will see historic sites along Taylor Street, Boulton Terrace, Norwood Street, and Mort Streets.
Russell Street
Be inquisitive and captivated in awe with the historic architectures along Russell Street. Russell Street will lead you to landmarks that depict excellent historic architecture which dates back to the 1860's. The trail starts at the Railway Station on Railway Street. It continues west to Kensington Street and then returns east to the fascinating shopfronts in the city centre.
Beyond Crows Nest Falls lookout, the Koonin lookout track curves away from Crows Nest Creek through an open forest. Here, you are rewarded by a spectacular view of a deep gorge locally known as the Valley of Diamonds.
“Koorin” is the Aboriginal word for hoop pine. And hoop pine can be found beside the creek which is 120 meters below the lookout. Now, you can enjoy the view, listen for the bell-like call of thee spotted pardalote from the valley below and absorb the beauty of nature's wonders.
Have a picnic and enjoy the view in Picnic Point Lookout and Parkland. Picnic Point is a Toowoomba icon. It is a beautifully landscaped parkland with playgrounds, barbecue, and picnic facilities and magnificent lookouts over the city and the Lockyer Valley. Picnic Point is considered one of the best places where you can appreciate Toowoomba's location on the top edge of the Great Dividing Range.
Availability of large parking spaces, picnic benches, on-site café and restaurants, walking tracks and beautiful views, visitors will surely make the most out of this location.
Picnic Point's landscaped gardens are a beautiful sight and a stroll around the area will reveal waterfalls, rotundas and quiet grassy seclusions. Its playground facilities are also fantastic and can be enjoyed under the shade of the giant Bunya Trees. Once again, get off that car and enjoy long walking tracks that lead down the range or even all the way to the Table Top Mountain.
The Empire Theatres
Address: 54-56 Neil St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350
The Empire Theatres is a recommended place to move your rental car if you want to experience the local art. The theater is located right in Toowoomba, with a capacity of 1,567 seats and this makes it the largest regional theater in Australia. Its architecture is incredible, being considered one of the best performing arts locations in Australia. Its art deco design, as well as the proscenium arch, make this building amazing and one of the most beautiful attractions from Toowoomba!
The Cobb and Co Museum
Address: 27 Lindsay St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350
The Cobb and Co Museum is also situated in Toowoomba, Australia. It was opened in 1987 and in 2001 another stage was conceived. On this second stage are presented the Darling Downs and the history of this place. Park your rental car here, and witness permanent or temporary exhibitions and workshops in heritage trades as felting, glass art, creative bookmaking or stone masonry.
Coffee House Toowoomba
The Coffee House, formerly known as "Laguna" is a relaxing place and a historical building with charming gardens to make the most of. The background music is very relaxing, ensuring a warm atmosphere where you can have a meal. There is also a games room for children, so you can stay relaxed. Numerous types of coffee and fresh, delicious cakes are waiting for you to taste them! You can park your rental car and walk in its very beautiful gardens, so relaxation is something you will surely find in Toowoomba!
Highlander Motor Inn
Address: 226-228 James St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350
A 4-Star AAA-rated, this relaxed low-rise motor inn consists of 23 motel rooms and 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. Off the A2 highway and 3 km from the Empire Theatre, and is 1.6 km from City Golf Club and 4 km from Queens Park. the Highlander is ideal for individual travellers, families, and groups wanting to stay in quality motel place near in the city centre of Toowoomba,
The Highlander Motor Inn features free Wi-Fi and movies, flat-screen TVs, outdoor heated saltwater pool (seasonal) and a covered BBQ area. Upgraded rooms and some suites add bathrooms with glassed-in showers and whirlpool baths, while standard suites have separate living rooms with sofabeds for an additional fee. Other freebies include parking and laundry facilities.
Address: 96 McDougall St, Wilsonton QLD 4350, Australia
Just minutes from the city's retail, commercial and entertainment venues in Toowoomba, the Sunray Motor Inn offers easy access to both the Toowoomba Regional Airport and the new Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport, as well as an easy drive to the Wilsonton Industrial Park, the Torrington Industrial zone and the burgeoning Charlton Transport Hub.
This modern motel accommodation has 19 spacious rooms and consists of a range of quality facilities, such as flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, room service breakfast, undercover parking, conference/meeting facilities, saltwater pool, and outdoor BBQ facilities.
If you are a lover of Indian food or want to try it for the first time and you are looking for a place to dine in, with friendly and great atmosphere, make sure to come and see Ice 'N' Spice Restaurant for lunch and dinner from Monday to Saturday (from 11am to 9pm).
Regarded as the number one restaurant in Toowoomba, enjoy the deliciously unique taste of Northern Indian cuisine at the restaurant, or avail yourself of their take away service. All the ingredients used in their cooking are fresh and prepared daily from their kitchen, so you will love and enjoy their food once you try it.
The Betty's Burgers & Concrete Co. concept is a classic burger shack, serving the freshest, juiciest and mouth-watering burgers around.
Looking for a classic burger shack, which serves the freshest, juiciest and mouth-watering burgers in Toowoomba? Then tag your friends and family members and head to Betty's Burgers & Concrete Co. Restaurant. The restaurant provides a very unique menu and clear points of difference that make it stand out from the rest: first are their custom blend, natural, all Australian beef patties and the second are their creamy Concretes.
