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

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Where to stay in Southern Queensland Country

Cobb & Co Museum

East Toowoomba

Unique features of East Toowoomba include the gardens and spas. Make a stop by Cobb & Co Museum or Henderson Arts Center while you're exploring the area.

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 Uni Plaza.

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

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
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
$152 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
$168 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (885 reviews)
Very comfortable stay

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Burke and Wills Hotel
Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments

Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments

4 out of 5
226-228 James Street South Toowoomba QLD
$102 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
$113 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (663 reviews)
Yes all good

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments
Platinum International

Platinum International

4.5 out of 5
326 James Street Harristown QLD
$107 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
$120 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Total with taxes and 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! (751 reviews)
All good but the breakfast didn’t look great but I didn’t try it

Reviewed on Mar 11, 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.
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! (279 reviews)
Looks like very much historical building. And quite clean room which have a all kitchen utility. But no bottle of water or water fountain at all.

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Quest Toowoomba
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! (580 reviews)
Hospital nearby

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

Athena Motel Apartments
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! (1,066 reviews)
Central location so convenient. Check in process was initially a little disappointing as the reception staff person ignored us totally for about 10 minutes while she dealt with another customer. There was no acknowledgment of our presence during this time. While understanding she was busy it would ...

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

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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