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Located just 40 minutes southwest of Brisbane, Ipswich is one of Queensland’s oldest cities — a place where heritage charm meets modern growth. Rich in history and surrounded by natural beauty, Ipswich is known for its grand colonial architecture, leafy parklands, and a strong sense of community that continues to evolve with the times.
Ipswich in Queensland is best known for its annual agricultural spectacle—the Ipswich Show. The 152nd Ipswich Show will be held from Friday, 16 May to Sunday, 18 May 2025, with Friday 16 May designated as the public holiday for Ipswich residents.
Held at the Ipswich Showgrounds (81 Warwick Road), the Ipswich Show is a three-day community favourite drawing over 30,000 visitors from Ipswich, Brisbane, the Scenic Rim, Toowoomba, and beyond.
Highlights include:
Ipswich Turf Club, located at Ipswich Racecourse (219 Brisbane Road, Bundamba, QLD), hosts regular thoroughbred race meetings, including the major TAB Ipswich Cup, a highlight on Queensland’s racing calendar.
Here are some upcoming races scheduled at Ipswich Turf Club:
A full list of events for 2024–25 is available in their official racing calendar, which includes midweek and weekend fixtures, feature races, and stakes days
Ipswich in Queensland is best known for its annual agricultural spectacle—the Ipswich Show. The 152nd Ipswich Show will be held from Friday, 16 May to Sunday, 18 May 2025, with Friday 16 May designated as the public holiday for Ipswich residents.
Held at the Ipswich Showgrounds (81 Warwick Road), the Ipswich Show is a three-day community favourite drawing over 30,000 visitors from Ipswich, Brisbane, the Scenic Rim, Toowoomba, and beyond.
Highlights include:
Ipswich Turf Club, located at Ipswich Racecourse (219 Brisbane Road, Bundamba, QLD), hosts regular thoroughbred race meetings, including the major TAB Ipswich Cup, a highlight on Queensland’s racing calendar.
Here are some upcoming races scheduled at Ipswich Turf Club:
A full list of events for 2024–25 is available in their official racing calendar, which includes midweek and weekend fixtures, feature races, and stakes days
 
															Once a bustling coal mining and rail hub, Ipswich has transformed into a vibrant city that honours its past while embracing a progressive future. Historic buildings, churches, and beautiful 19th-century homes line the streets, especially in areas like Woodend, Newtown, and the city centre. The Top of Town precinct offers boutique shops, vintage stores, and cafés housed in beautifully preserved heritage buildings — a nod to the city’s unique character.
Nature is never far away in Ipswich. The region boasts over 500 parks, including the expansive Queens Park, one of the oldest public parks in Queensland, complete with a zoo and gardens. For outdoor enthusiasts, White Rock – Spring Mountain Conservation Estate and Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate offer hiking trails, scenic lookouts, and wildlife encounters just minutes from the city.
Ipswich also hosts a thriving arts and events scene, with the Ipswich Art Gallery, one of the most visited regional galleries in Australia, and a calendar full of festivals including the Ipswich Show, Spark Festival, and Cultural Night Markets. The city is also a growing destination for families and professionals seeking affordable living, quality schools, and easy access to both Brisbane and the Lockyer Valley.
With its unique blend of history, culture, and community, Ipswich offers visitors and locals alike a chance to experience authentic Queensland life — where the past is celebrated, and the future is full of opportunity.
1-Hour Small Group Hot Air Balloon Flights in Brisbane – Ipswich Adventure Imagine greeting the day as the sun rises over the rolling hills of Ipswich, just outside of Brisbane. A 1-hour small group hot air balloon flight is one of the most magical ways to experience Queensland’s scenic countryside. Unlike crowded tours, these intimate […]
The Alpaca Feeding and Wildlife Animal Private Group Tour offers a uniquely personal and hands-on experience designed for small groups seeking a peaceful escape into nature and rural charm near Ipswich and Brisbane. This full-day tour is perfect for families, couples, or small groups looking to get up close with farm animals, connect with native […]
Located just 40 minutes southwest of Brisbane, Ipswich is one of Queensland’s oldest cities — a place where heritage charm meets modern growth. Rich in history and surrounded by natural beauty, Ipswich is known for its grand colonial architecture, leafy parklands, and a strong sense of community that continues to evolve with the times. Once […]
Nestled in the heart of Ipswich’s historic Top of Town along 181 Brisbane Street, the Short Black Coffee Co. is widely recognized by locals as the...
Tucked away through elegant French cast-iron gates at 1/17 Ellenborough Street, Rafter & Rose is a highly celebrated boutique café in...
Located at 126 Brisbane Street, St. Shoebill opened in late 2020 in the heritage-listed Ellenborough House, marrying rustic historical...
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From $874 View MoreTucked away within the charming heritage facade of the Federal Hotel on Brisbane Street, Liquor Legends Ipswich is a go-to destination for locals and visitors alike seeking a well-stocked, customer-focused liquor store experience...
BWS Ipswich Riverlink, located conveniently within the Riverlink Shopping Centre (Shop 19 on The Terrace/Corners of Downs and Terrace Streets), is a vibrant and well-regarded liquor retailer in Ipswich’s main retail hub. Known as...
Liquorland Ipswich is a well-established and highly regarded bottle shop located in the heart of the Ipswich CBD at 44 Brisbane Street. Conveniently positioned near major landmarks like St Andrew’s Hospital and Ipswich Train,...
Ipswich features a subtropical oceanic climate, characterised by mild, relatively dry winters (June to August) and hot, rainy summers (November to March). Located in eastern Queensland, Australia, approximately 10 km west of Brisbane’s suburbs and 43 km inland from the coast, Ipswich experiences seasonal patterns typical of the southern hemisphere, with seasons opposite those in the northern hemisphere.
The best time for visiting Ipswich is during autumn, from mid-April to mid-May. Winter is also favourable, although nighttime temperatures can be low. Summers may bring extreme heat.
In Ipswich, the mean temperature for July, the coldest month, is 13.6 °C, while January, the warmest month, averages 25.6 °C.
While the climate shares similarities with that of Brisbane, Ipswich generally receives less rainfall due to its increased distance from the ocean, the primary source of precipitation. The city also exhibits slightly more continental characteristics: summer heat records are notably high, and winter nights are often colder, occasionally seeing temperatures fall just below freezing.
Ipswich features a subtropical oceanic climate, characterised by mild, relatively dry winters (June to August) and hot, rainy summers (November to March). Located in eastern Queensland, Australia, approximately 10 km west of Brisbane’s suburbs and 43 km inland from the coast, Ipswich experiences seasonal patterns typical of the southern hemisphere, with seasons opposite those in the northern hemisphere.
The best time for visiting Ipswich is during autumn, from mid-April to mid-May. Winter is also favourable, although nighttime temperatures can be low. Summers may bring extreme heat.
In Ipswich, the mean temperature for July, the coldest month, is 13.6 °C, while January, the warmest month, averages 25.6 °C.
While the climate shares similarities with that of Brisbane, Ipswich generally receives less rainfall due to its increased distance from the ocean, the primary source of precipitation. The city also exhibits slightly more continental characteristics: summer heat records are notably high, and winter nights are often colder, occasionally seeing temperatures fall just below freezing.
Ipswich features a subtropical oceanic climate, characterised by mild, relatively dry winters (June to August) and hot, rainy summers (November to March). Located in eastern Queensland, Australia, approximately 10 km west of Brisbane’s suburbs and 43 km inland from the coast, Ipswich experiences seasonal patterns typical of the southern hemisphere, with seasons opposite those in the northern hemisphere.
The best time for visiting Ipswich is during autumn, from mid-April to mid-May. Winter is also favourable, although nighttime temperatures can be low. Summers may bring extreme heat.
In Ipswich, the mean temperature for July, the coldest month, is 13.6 °C, while January, the warmest month, averages 25.6 °C.
While the climate shares similarities with that of Brisbane, Ipswich generally receives less rainfall due to its increased distance from the ocean, the primary source of precipitation. The city also exhibits slightly more continental characteristics: summer heat records are notably high, and winter nights are often colder, occasionally seeing temperatures fall just below freezing.
Ipswich features a subtropical oceanic climate, characterised by mild, relatively dry winters (June to August) and hot, rainy summers (November to March). Located in eastern Queensland, Australia, approximately 10 km west of Brisbane’s suburbs and 43 km inland from the coast, Ipswich experiences seasonal patterns typical of the southern hemisphere, with seasons opposite those in the northern hemisphere.
The best time for visiting Ipswich is during autumn, from mid-April to mid-May. Winter is also favourable, although nighttime temperatures can be low. Summers may bring extreme heat.
In Ipswich, the mean temperature for July, the coldest month, is 13.6 °C, while January, the warmest month, averages 25.6 °C.
While the climate shares similarities with that of Brisbane, Ipswich generally receives less rainfall due to its increased distance from the ocean, the primary source of precipitation. The city also exhibits slightly more continental characteristics: summer heat records are notably high, and winter nights are often colder, occasionally seeing temperatures fall just below freezing.
Ipswich features a subtropical oceanic climate, characterised by mild, relatively dry winters (June to August) and hot, rainy summers (November to March). Located in eastern Queensland, Australia, approximately 10 km west of Brisbane’s suburbs and 43 km inland from the coast, Ipswich experiences seasonal patterns typical of the southern hemisphere, with seasons opposite those in the northern hemisphere.
The best time for visiting Ipswich is during autumn, from mid-April to mid-May. Winter is also favourable, although nighttime temperatures can be low. Summers may bring extreme heat.
In Ipswich, the mean temperature for July, the coldest month, is 13.6 °C, while January, the warmest month, averages 25.6 °C.
While the climate shares similarities with that of Brisbane, Ipswich generally receives less rainfall due to its increased distance from the ocean, the primary source of precipitation. The city also exhibits slightly more continental characteristics: summer heat records are notably high, and winter nights are often colder, occasionally seeing temperatures fall just below freezing.
We offer a wide range of Brisbane tours, including river cruises, wine tours, day trips to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, hinterland adventures, cultural and heritage experiences, food and brewery tours, and eco-friendly wildlife encounters.
You can easily book online through our website. Simply select your tour, choose your date, and complete your booking with secure online payment. Alternatively, you can call our customer service team for assistance.
Yes, we recommend booking your Brisbane tours in advance, especially during weekends, school holidays, and peak travel seasons, to secure your spot.
Many of our Brisbane tours are family-friendly, with options like river cruises, wildlife encounters, and scenic day trips. Some tours, such as wine or brewery tours, are limited to guests aged 18+.
We recommend comfortable clothing, walking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, and a reusable water bottle. For evening or winter tours, a light jacket is a good idea. Don’t forget your camera!
Some Brisbane tours include pickup and drop-off from select hotels or central meeting points. Check your tour details when booking to confirm transport options.
Most tours operate rain or shine, but in the event of extreme weather or safety concerns, we will notify you and either reschedule your tour or provide a refund.
Yes, most tours offer flexible cancellation policies. Cancellations made at least 24–48 hours before the tour are usually eligible for a full refund. Please review the specific terms when booking.
This depends on the tour. Wine tours, foodie tours, and brewery tours typically include tastings and some meals. For other tours, you may need to bring your own snacks or purchase meals during scheduled stops.
Yes, many of our food and wine tours can accommodate dietary requirements such as vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free. Please notify us at the time of booking.
Some tours and attractions are wheelchair-friendly, while others may include uneven ground or stairs. Please contact us before booking to confirm accessibility options.
Yes, we can create tailored Brisbane tours for private groups, corporate events, or special occasions. Contact us for more details and pricing.
Brisbane is a year-round destination thanks to its subtropical climate. Autumn and spring are especially popular, offering mild weather and ideal conditions for outdoor tours.
While not mandatory, we recommend travel insurance for peace of mind in case of unforeseen cancellations, medical emergencies, or travel delays.
Tours vary in length. Half-day tours run for 3–5 hours, full-day tours last 7–10 hours, and some experiences (like multi-day packages) can extend over several days.
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