More than your average shopping trip! This unique collection of antique shops in and around Ipswich, offering vintage wares and more are housed in some of the regions finest buildings, each boasting their own piece of local history.With the largest number of pre-1945 homes in Queensland as well as numerous heritage listed commercial buildings, Ipswich has plenty to offer the avid history buff. Originally a mining settlement, Ipswich’s history began in 1827 with much of its original architectural, natural and cultural heritage still left untouched in the area.But the history doesn’t stop at the architecture, the Ipswich area also boasts an impressive collection of vintage and antique shops. Hop in the car and travel the Ipswich area admiring the historical beauties, while you browse these gorgeous antique collections, and sample the many flavours of the region at local historical pubs and/or cafes.

Here in Queensland we are blessed with more sunny days than anywhere else in the country, but occasionally, Ipswich’s glorious sunny weather can be interrupted by the rain.Instead of letting a little drizzle dampen your sense of adventure, here are 10 awesome indoor activities to bring joy to you and your family when the weather is a little gloomy.Explore Queensland Museum Rail WorkshopsWhether you’re a train enthusiast or have a curious mind, Queensland Museum Rail Workshops is a great place to spend a few hours. Featuring more than 15 larger-than-life exhibits, you can climb aboard a recreated Tilt Train, jump inside a life-size locomotive, admire Queensland’s largest model railway, browse lots of train memorabilia, and test your brain while solving the puzzles at the Sciencentre.

From marvellous fashion finds to charming novelty items, special one-of-a-kind products and rare antiques, Ipswich is a great place for any shopaholic to shop ‘til they drop.One of the city’s best shopping districts is the Top of Town Precinct, which caters to every taste and budget.Fashion enthusiasts will love browsing the latest trends at Obsession Shoes, which carries overseas cult brands, while Oh! JoJo Boutique stocks clothing, accessories and jewellery.