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How to have a heritage weekend in Ipswich

By footpath, tour coach or car, there’s plenty for history lovers to explore in the city of Ipswich.Call in at the Ipswich Information Centre as a starting point and grab some trail maps or ask about specific heritage landmarks you can visit.Besides entire streets lined with stately colonial Queenslanders across the city, there are plenty of public landmarks to take in and many are in use, including at Kholo Gardens, creating a character-filled backdrop for the events, organisations and businesses contained therein.

Tackle a beer tasting trail in Ipswich

Ice cold, brewed to perfection, with just the right amount of bubbles - there's nothing like a refreshing ale on a warm sunny day, or a heavier brew to get you through a colder one.If you like beer, then you're in luck in the heritage city, as there's a few places to settle in and undertake some serious tasting.So grab a designated driver and head off in search of new flavours!

How to plan a relaxing babymoon in Ipswich

Congratulations, you’re having a baby!Before you hear the pitter patty of tiny feet, you deserve to treat yourself to a well-deserved break away from your doctor’s appointments, washing onesies and stocking up on baby essentials at the supermarket.Just like a honeymoon, a babymoon is the perfect excuse for you and your significant other to get away for a few days to indulge in one last adult escapade before your little one arrives.

Marburg, the heart of a tiny town

There’s lots to love about tiny towns, and right on our doorstep is one of the best: Marburg.Recognised as one of Queensland’s Top Tiny Tourism Towns in 2022, Marburg, halfway between Ipswich and Toowoomba, is in many ways a microcosm of our history.Quintessentially Australian, its history tells a story of indigenous people who have lived on the land for thousands of years, of new settlers and adventurers with new ideas who were willing to put in backbreaking work to achieve their goals, of heartbreak and disappointment, and of community sticking together.

Where to find live music in Ipswich

Love live music but not sure where to go in Ipswich? There’s more places than you might think in the heritage City of Ipswich! Some of the venues are within beautiful heritage buildings in the city, so read on to find out...Studio 188Starting at the Top of Town precinct, you will find Studio 188 which was formerly an art deco-style Baptist church. Located at 188 Limestone St Ipswich, Saturday nights are the best for live music here.The venue is also a great intimate space for workshops, school performances and various forms of performing arts. Come along for Friday night trivia in this lovely acoustic venue! Studio 188 is available for hire throughout the week and is fully equipped with the latest visual, lighting and sound technology. 

Take a look at the Ipswich Nature Centre from the animals' point of view

Whether or not you're familiar with the Ipswich Nature Centre you've never seen it from inside the enclosures.Get inside with the snakes, lizards, wallabies and the eagle.These 360 degree images were captured as part of the Ipswich Trekker project - taking images of the best Ipswich venues and locations and adding them to Google.

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