Toowoomba Attractions

Garden City Motor Inn, a AAAT 3.5 star rated motel accommodation, is your perfect accommodation base while visiting Toowoomba's many attractions. Named after Australia's Garden City - Toowoomba, Garden City Motor is is centrally located to the beautiful gardens in Toowoomba. We offer large family rooms, queen rooms and twin rooms. Relax by our swimming pool in between visiting Toowoomba's many attractions, that are just a few minutes from Garden City Motor Inn.

Carnival of Flowers

In September, Toowoomba celebrates the Carnival of Flowers, Australia's longest running festival. It is a delightful celebration of the spectacular parks & gardens of Toowoomba, featuring many private open gardens. www.thecarnivalofflowers.com.au

Japanese Gardens

Toowoomba boasts beautiful Japanese style gardens on the corner of Regent Street and in the University Drive. www.usq.edu.au/facilities/gardens

Spring Bluff Historic Railway Station and Gardens

The enchanting Spring Bluff Railway Station is located along the main railway line between Toowoomba and Ipswich. This heritage listed railway station is a popular destination, and its main attraction is the beautifully landscaped gardens. Spring Bluff is a great place to have a picnic and learn about the area’s history. springbluff.com.au

Cobb & Co Museum

The Cobb & Co Museum on Lindsay Street is a step back in time with its displays of Cobb & Co coaches and other early transport.  www.cobbandco.qm.qld.gov.au

Milne Bay Aquatic Centre

This swimming centre has a range of fun rides including 45 m waterslide, mushroom waterfall, shipwreck boat slide, wave pool, geysers in the lagoon.  www.swimmersguide.com/query/Detail.cfm?PoolID=6451

Milne Bay Military Museum

The Milne Bay Military Museum displays a large range of memorabilia from World War 2 where many young soldiers from the Toowoomba and Downs Region served in the armed forces.  www.milnebaymilitarymuseum.com

Toowoomba Indoor Race Karts

This venue provides endurance races and special event nights on a regular basis. A dual seat kart is available for an adult with small children.  www.toowoombakartclub.com.au

Jondaryan Woolshed

The Jondaryan Woolshed is historic Sheep Station Complex.  Guided tours are available where visitors can experience shearing, working horses, sheep dogs and blacksmithing first hand on the premises.  www.jondaryanwoolshed.com.au

Local Wineries

The Garden City Motor Inn has a number of quality local wineries within a short drive, including Preston Peak, Govenor’s Choice, MacLagan and Rimfire.  www.prestonpeak.com