Joanna James
Being an old mining town found in Queensland, Australia, Ipswich has many things for you to do while you are on a holiday there.
Apart from old buildings and great attractions for you to take a look at, this town in Queensland is particularly famous for its many interesting cafes. The cafes offer a variety of things for you to try including coffee, snacks, breakfast and sometimes even alcoholic beer. Staying at an Ipswich hotel the likes of Oaks Aspire Apartments will place you in a strategic location wherein you will find cafes just within walking distance of your accommodation.
If you want to do something outdoorsy while you are here plan an excursion to Hardings Paddock. People who visit this place say it is an extremely relaxing excursion and it will not tire you out too soon either. This beautiful camping site is located quite close to the central business district of Ipswich and has many things for you to do. People usually opt to go for a picnic here or have a barbeque and even camp overnight. While you were here you can also participate in nature activities like hiking, trekking and bird watching.
If you are somebody who is interested in trains and the history of the monorail you certainly must keep some time aside to visit this museum. This building is totally dedicated to taking you on a journey through the chronology of the railway industry and the history attached to it. You will be able to see some of the more popular engines also. There is a lot of information here and this visit will be a learning experience for the young ones too, especially if they love trains.
This is the most ancient family Park found in this mining town and is an amazing place for you to spend a fun-filled day. This park is a must-visit and has to be on your list of things to do in Ipswich, especially if you are travelling with children. The children can enjoy the Mini Zoo and actively utilise the slides, the swings and the climbing frames. You have the Japanese garden, the Tennis courts and so much more to keep you occupied. After your day of fun and activities at the park you can visit the Queens Park Cafe and have a bite.
If you grew up reading murder mystery novels and are a fan of specific types of murder mysteries, for instance, Agatha Christie novels, this would be an adventure you will definitely fall in love with. You get to take a train ride that goes to the beautiful sceneries of Ipswich, and while you are on the train you will also have to solve a mysterious and thrilling case. A cold-blooded murder case is what you usually have to solve and during this train ride, you will be exploring your detective skills in addition to the beautiful places found in this part of Australia.
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