Gift vouchers make great presents for Valentine's Day, Christmas, birthdays, Mother's and Father's Days and even just to show the ones you love that you care.Check out this list of great gift vouchers to help you celebrate special occasions this year.Arttime Gallery and Fine Art SuppliesArttime Gallery and Fine Art Supplies and Rare and Pretty Dolls also offer gift vouchers, for the art and doll lovers in your life!  Gift vouchers can also be used to buy new or vintage toys and for any of their Dollightful Makeover classes.

With literary holidays announced as one of 2026’s hottest travel trends, it’s no surprise readers are seeking experiences beyond the pages. From browsing bookshops to attending library events, author talks, DIY book crawls and plenty of wide-open spaces for a relaxing picnic, Ipswich has everything you need to turn your love of books into a fun, feel-good getaway!In this guide, I’ll show you where to find the best bookish spots across the city, some great workshops and upcoming author hours at Ipswich’s seven libraries, and where to refuel with a great coffee or bite to eat and introduce you to the concept of a book crawl!I’ll also share the best parks and reserves perfect for a literary picnic, plus accommodation options so you can stay a little longer and truly soak up everything Ipswich has to offer.

Among the eclectic range of businesses that call the Old Flour Mill home is one called Soul Cauldron.People travel from far and wide to explore the shelves of quite magical stock here – but what’s it all about?Well, Paul Knox and his wife Marina opened Soul Cauldron for people wanting to explore the world of spirituality.

We all know the summer days in Ipswich can get hot, but as the sun goes down it's the perfect time to head out and enjoy a drink with friends and family in the cool night air.See a show at BansheesBanshees Bar and Art Space hosts live gigs on the weekends.  In fact they've single handedly brought over 500 bands to Ipswich since they started operations five years ago.They're also great at whipping up cocktails and a great meeting place to kick off your night.

Ipswich is a city with more than its share of creative energy and it’s all showcased in a vintage/artisan trail that visitors to the region can explore. There are more than 20 colourful businesses from across the wider region that form the CRAVE trail of all things creative, retro, antique, vintage and eclectic.

For that old-world charm of shopping in independent stores in a traditional streetscape, head to Ipswich’s historic Top of Town precinct.This Brisbane Street stretch oozes character and originality as well as the city’s trademark heritage charm. And even better – there are fabulous restaurants and cafes woven into the mix. Here are some of the retailers you’ll find in the Top of Town, Ipswich.The Old Flour MillThe historic Old Flour Mill Building is home to a range of business's including  completely charming and original boutique shops - Embers & Twine, The Soul Cauldron, Nhuralama Shop and The Mill Coffee Shop. Here you'll find handmade gift items and scented candles, Indigenous Art all things mystical and enchanting from books on spirituality to crystals. There's also a plant and aquatic shop, beauty services and photography located here!