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Queens Park: Toowoomba's Heritage Heart

Discover Toowoomba's premier park: a blend of history, nature, and recreation in a stunning heritage-listed setting.

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Queens Park in East Toowoomba is a 26-hectare heritage-listed parkland offering a blend of formal gardens, recreational spaces, and historical significance. Established in the 1870s, it features botanical gardens, playgrounds, sports fields, and serves as a hub for community events, most notably the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers.

A brief summary to Queens Park Toowoomba

  • Monday 12 am-12 am
  • Tuesday 12 am-12 am
  • Wednesday 12 am-12 am
  • Thursday 12 am-12 am
  • Friday 12 am-12 am
  • Saturday 12 am-12 am
  • Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

  • Visit during the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers in September to witness the park's floral displays at their peak.
  • Explore the all-abilities playground near Lindsay Street, featuring inclusive play equipment for children of all abilities.
  • Take a stroll through the Botanic Gardens to admire the diverse collection of trees and floral displays.
  • Enjoy a picnic in the Vera Lacaze Memorial Park, a peaceful area with a water fountain and scenic views.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Toowoomba's CBD, walk east along Margaret Street. Continue through the intersection with Ruthven Street, passing City Hall on your left. Follow Margaret Street as it enters Queens Park. Continue through Queens Park until you reach Lindsay Street. The park spans both sides of Lindsay Street.

  • Public Transport

    Toowoomba Transit provides bus services throughout the city. From the Toowoomba Bus Station on Neil Street, take a TransLink bus. Several routes pass near Queens Park. Check the TransLink website or app for the most up-to-date schedules and routes. A single bus fare within Toowoomba costs approximately $2.80 AUD.

  • Taxi

    Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available in Toowoomba. A taxi ride from the Toowoomba CBD to Queens Park typically costs between $11 and $15 AUD, depending on traffic and the specific starting point. Booking fees may apply.

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Discover more about Queens Park Toowoomba

Queens Park, a sprawling 26.3-hectare green space in East Toowoomba, Queensland, has been a beloved landmark since its establishment in the mid-1870s. Gazetted as a public reserve in 1869, the park was envisioned as a space for public recreation, while the adjacent Botanic Gardens were intended for botanical research. Designed by Walter Hill, the government botanist and superintendent of the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, the park boasts a rich collection of trees imported from Europe, Asia, and other parts of the world. These grand old trees now line shaded avenues, adding to the park's timeless charm. The park is divided into three distinct sections: Queens Park Botanic Gardens, the Vera Lacaze Memorial Park, and the greater park area. The Botanic Gardens feature meticulously tended floral displays that are particularly impressive during spring and summer, especially during the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers in September. The Vera Lacaze Memorial Park, named in honor of Toowoomba's first female alderman, offers a tranquil retreat with a water fountain, bridge over East Creek, walkways, and picnic facilities. The greater park area includes the Godsall Street Ovals, playgrounds, and memorials to notable Toowoomba figures. Throughout the park, visitors can enjoy sealed walking tracks, bicycle paths, and various recreational facilities. There are dedicated sports fields, an off-leash dog area, and all-abilities playgrounds, ensuring that visitors of all ages and interests can find something to enjoy. Queens Park also serves as a focal point for community activities, hosting events such as the Languages and Cultures Festival in August and the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers in September.

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