Joanna James
Toowoomba is a city that has grown by leaps and bound over the past few years. The once quaint little town has transformed into Queensland's largest inland city and become a great location for travel and exploration. Here are 5 unique things you should do if you're ever in the city.
Do you ever feel like going back to the old days, to a time before rampant technology and gas-guzzling automobiles? Well, here's your chance to do so while in Toowoomba. Head on over to the Cobb+Co Museum and gaze upon vintage horse carriages and steam trains. Learn about the intricate art of traditional trades such as silversmithing, millinery, and blacksmithing. You can even peer back through Australia's entire history with locomotives, from the introduction of simple steam engines to the arrival of modern sports cars.
In the mood to catch a show and enjoy a night of merriment and entertainment? Well, that's easier than you think if you're staying at one of the major serviced apartments Toowoomba has to offer such as the Oaks Toowoomba. All you have to do is take a leisurely stroll down to the Empire Theatre and pick out a show. The theatre itself oozes style and sophistication and is in fact heritage-listed. World-class performances of acclaimed works like Cinderella and Mama Mia are played here regularly, so you'll always have a great selection.
The Toowoomba art gallery stands out among the many art galleries and museums you'll find in Queensland. This is mainly due to its near 400-piece collection of Australian artworks, which include the works of famous artists such as McCubbin and Philips Fox. If you're a fan of period pieces then rejoice! The gallery has sections dedicated to various notable periods of art. The ambience is also set by an array of vintage silverware and porcelain decoration, guaranteed to get you in the mood for a pleasant day's art viewing.
If you're in Toowoomba during September, be sure to visit the annual Carnival of Flowers. The celebration sees the Queen's Park getting adorned with all manner of flowers and blooms – so much so that the aroma carries over half the neighbourhood. But the festival isn't all about flowers either, it doubles as food and wine celebration too! So, if you get your timings right, there's no reason not to head out and be merry.
If you're in need of an adrenaline fix or need to satiate the speed demon inside you, race away to the Toowoomba Speedway. For all the car-fanatics, the track house an array of models from speedy V8s to the legendary Formula 500 series. You can test-drive certain models along the track or watch as professionals perform death-defying stunts and tricks behind the wheel. What's more. Racing events are held somewhat regularly at the Speedway, so keep an eye out for what's coming in the schedule. The largest event is the Ultimate Pink Night where cars will whip past and out speed each other while raising awareness for breast cancer.
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