Explore Toowoomba With The Best 8-Day Australia Itinerary
Explore Toowoomba, a city in the Darling Down region of Southern Queensland, Australia. A two-hour scenic drive from Brisbane will take you to Toowoomba, an ideal country charm to escape the bustling metros. This 8-day itinerary covers the mesmeric natural and cultural locations of Toowoomba. Read more to explore this gorgeous city.
Trip Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Toowoombas natural and cultural history on your visit to Cobb & Co Museum.
- The theater of Australias largest regional performing arts stages world-class shows from leading national and international performers.
- Visit astounding parks to gaze at cascades and bird-watching, and indulge in fun-filled recreation.
- Enjoy stunning panoramic vistas from Picnic Point Lookouts.
A tour at a glance
- Day 1: Arrival in Toowoomba
- Day 2: Explore Cobb & Co Museum
- Day 3:Immerse in theGrandeur ofEmpire Theatre
- Day 4:Derive thrill from Picnic Point Lookout and Parkland
- Day 5: Discover the Wildlife in Crows Nest National Park
- Day 6: Spend a Day in Queens Park
- Day 7: Sightsee The Japanese Gardens
- Day 8: International Departure
Tour Price
Our private tours typically range from $500 - $1000 per person/per night depending on chosen hotels and room categories, vehicles used, types of tours, flight cost, time of year and other factors. Make an inquiry for a customized trip quote.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Toowoomba
Welcome to the beautiful Toowoomba, home to numerous award-winning restaurants, wineries, quaint teahouses, arts & crafts cottages, and urban conveniences like a major department store. This city is the heart of Queenslands economic and commercial hub of the Darling Downs region. Your private guide will transfer you to a luxurious hotel to enjoy dinner and rest for the night.
Day 2: Explore Cobb & Co Museum
Begin your venture with Cobb & Co Museum, a part of Queenslands museum. The museum is home to the National Carriage Collection, which features nearly 59 horse-drawn vehicles, galleries depicting Toowoombas cultural and natural history, and the Darling Downs. Revisit Australian transport from different eras. The hearing and touching elements of the museums exhibition make your experience quite immersive. From blacksmithing and silversmithing to lead lighting and milling, avail yourself of the opportunities to create items to show or gift someone. Besides, follow the clues, meet intriguing characters, and play interactive games at the New National Collection Gallery.Learn what happens behind the scenes and join the daily guided tour. Pick up some handmade gifts in the museum shop. This museum puts you back in the 19th century, hence a must-visit place for any history fan. Later, stop by Cobbs Coffee Shop to sample scones, handmade sausage rolls, and fresh tomato and basil bruschetta.
Day 3:Immerse in theGrandeur ofEmpire Theatre
Get set with your private guide to discover Toowoombas Empire theatre, a heritage-listed art deco venue featuring various performing arts. Admire the impressive exterior of the building. Watch the performances of regional and international talents and get thrilled to bits. The complex includes venues like the main auditorium, the recently built Armitage Centre, Empire Church Theatre, Empire Theatre Studio, the Supper Room, and the Lounge Room. Immerse yourself in the magical experience of popular music, ballet, comedy, and other free performance amid the blend of lavish art deco style and state-of-the-art technology. The theater also offers historical tours and attracts visitors all year round. The theater is the ideal stop to hold conferences, weddings, and such.
Day 4:Derive thrill from Picnic Point Lookout and Parkland
Today, you visit Toowoombas heritage-listed picnic lookout and Parkland. Your destination stretches to 64.7 hectares and perches on the crest of the Great Dividing Range, with a panoramic view of Table Top Mountain at the Lockyer Valley. The lookout is the highest point in the Parkland area. You will enjoy panoramas from several lookout points, including the famed Bill Goulds lookout. Explore parklands for which Picnic Point is famous. Feast your eyes on an artificial waterfall and garden in Lion park, which hosts wedding ceremonies. Take in the mesmeric views as you sip coffee at a cafe. Explore the Bushland reserve area, known for its bush trails. Also, visit several picnic areas, including a picnic point with a mushroom-shaped water tower. View the puppy memorial dedicated to a mascot of Toowoomba, Thistle Pipe Band puppy when he was hit by a car. Access the parks lower section via Tobruk Memorial Drive, where more stunning vistas and social picnics unfold.
Day 5: Discover the Wildlife in Crows Nest National Park
Head out to Crows Nest National Park, which sits on the Darling Downs of Southern Queensland. Explore the various sections of this park dotted with Wallabies. The park highlights cascades, a eucalyptus forest, and steep granite cliffs. Explore Crow Nest Creeks waterfall by following a trail of around 1 to 3 miles, cooling down in swimming holes. Then continue walking to a fantastic lookout point over the Valley of Diamonds. Besides, take pictures of seasonal wildflowers and also spot nocturnal animals. There is also a lovely campground for bush camping. Youll also find barbecues and picnic areas to unwind.
Day 6: Spend a Day in Queens Park
Kick around Queens Park, a short walk from Toowoombas Central Business District. The citys premier park stretches across 25 picturesque hectares. The park comprises three distinct sections: The Queens Park Botanic Garden, The Vera Lacaze Memorial Park, and the greater park area. The extensive grass in the southeast and northwest is conserved mainly for sports for the disabled. Visit the off-dog leased region. Then head toward the childrens playground in the southern section. The park also includes various walking and biking tracks. Dont miss out on the bird-watching opportunity. The park hosts various events like the Carnival of Flowers, the Gala Dinner, and the Flower, Food, and Wine Festival.
Day 7: Sightsee The Japanese Gardens
You will range over the most traditional Japanese gardens in Toowoomba, the largest in Australia. Your stop is 4 kilometers south of the Centre at the University of Southern Queensland. The 5-hectare oasis was designed by a Japanese professor, Kinsaku Nakane, from Kyoto. The rippling lake, carefully aligned boulders, conifer, bamboo stands, cherry blossoms, photogenic bridges, and other Japanese spectacles will stun you in the garden. Besides, you get to gaze at the blend of 230 species of Japanese and Australian native trees, plants, and lawns. Japanese gardens emphasize the use of rocks to create 3D pictures.
Day 8: International Departure
Head out to the airport with your guide by cab. After breakfast, your guide will help you to depart for your hometown.
