Southern Queensland Country Travel Guide

Tourist 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

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Where to stay in Southern Queensland Country

Cobb & Co Museum

East Toowoomba

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

East Toowoomba
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South Toowoomba

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

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
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Newtown

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

Newtown
Empire Theatre showing signage

Central Business District

While visiting Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Empire Theatre and Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery.

Central Business District
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 AU$238 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$238
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (883 reviews)
Clean rooms and restaurants close by

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Burke and Wills Hotel
Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments

Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments

4 out of 5
226-228 James Street South Toowoomba QLD
The price is AU$154 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$154
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (661 reviews)
Yes all good

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments
Platinum International

Platinum International

4.5 out of 5
326 James Street Harristown QLD
The price is AU$164 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$164
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (748 reviews)
The room was perfect

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Platinum International
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
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (579 reviews)
Hospital nearby

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Athena Motel Apartments
Quest Toowoomba

Quest Toowoomba

4.5 out of 5
133 Margaret Street Toowoomba QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (277 reviews)
Staff we very nice and helpful

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Quest Toowoomba
Toowoomba Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

Toowoomba Central Plaza Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
532-544 Ruthven Street Toowoomba QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
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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