Queens Park – Ipswich

Quick Overview of Queens Park – Ipswich:

One of the oldest parks in Queensland, Queens Park in Ipswich features a large playground, plenty of shady picnic spots and a cafe.

What Is It?

Part of what makes Queens Park in Ipswich so special is the nearby Ipswich Nature Centre (A free zoo where you can see animals up close) and Nerima Gardens (a picture perfect Japanese garden)

The playgrounds design at Queens Park has been influenced greatly by Ipswich city’s coal mining history and features a flying fox, a water pump play area, a Liberty Swing (for people in wheelchairs to enjoy a ride) and a fixed sunken train.

The playground also includes all the usual conventional playground equipment such as slides, swings and climbing structures of course!

Surrounding the playground are some lush, green fields with plenty of trees that provide the perfect, shady spot to set up a picnic blanket.

As you continue up the hill you will find yourself at the Environmental Education Centre and Queens Park Cafe, where you can grab a bite to eat and a cool drink.

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We also recommend checking out the Nerima Gardens which are also located within easy walking distance, where you will see the beautiful picturesque Japanese garden in all its glory.

How Long Does It Take?

We recommend staying for lunch at the park (either a picnic lunch or at the Queens Park Cafe) and allowing 3-4 hours. However for the full experience, we recommend allowing an entire day and checking out the nearby Ipswich Nature Centre and Narima Gardens.

How Do I Get There?

Queens Park is located at Merle Finmore Ave, Ipswich. For more detailed instructions, check out the map below:

What Should I Bring?

We recommend bringing good walking shoes, a camera, long sleeve clothing and some bottles of water. We also recommend packing a picnic lunch (unless you plan on eating at the nearby Queens Park Cafe) and some sunscreen. 

What Do You Think?

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