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things to do with kids in Toowoomba

by william samuels

the Garden City sits on the edge of the Great Dividing Range with cooler weather than the coast, beautiful parks, and family-friendly heritage attractions.

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outdoor

Picnic Point Lookout & Parklands

free

panoramic escarpment views, bushwalks, and a playground. one of the best free family outings in town.

Toowoomba·all ages

Lake Annand Park

free

family park with a playground, BBQ areas, a lake with ducks, and easy walking paths. great for toddlers.

Toowoomba·all ages

Spring Bluff Railway Station

free

heritage-listed railway station famous for its gardens. a scenic drive and a great photo stop for the family.

Spring Bluff·all ages

museum & learning

Cobb & Co Museum

$

horse-drawn vehicle museum with interactive heritage displays and the National Carriage Collection.

Toowoomba·3+ years

nature & animals

Queens Park & Botanic Gardens

free

heritage gardens with a playground, duck pond, walking tracks, and seasonal flower displays.

Toowoomba·all ages

Laurel Bank Park

free

beautifully maintained park with themed gardens, a scented garden, and a playground surrounded by roses.

Toowoomba·all ages

Ju Raku En Japanese Garden

free

serene Japanese stroll garden at USQ campus with a lake, bridges, and stone lanterns. peaceful and free.

Darling Heights·all ages

indoor

Empire Theatre (family shows)

$$

restored heritage theatre hosting family-friendly shows, concerts, and pantomimes throughout the year.

Toowoomba CBD·3+ years

free things to do in Toowoomba

  • Picnic Point Lookout & Parklands Toowoomba
  • Queens Park & Botanic Gardens Toowoomba
  • Lake Annand Park Toowoomba
  • Laurel Bank Park Toowoomba
  • Ju Raku En Japanese Garden Darling Heights
  • Spring Bluff Railway Station Spring Bluff

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