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Packed with culture, heritage, natural beauty and country charms, Toowoomba Golden West & South Burnett is unique to the other regions of the Great Sunshine Way. From boutique wineries, quaint cafes, galleries, heritage exhibitions and museums to spectacular lookouts, classic Aussie pubs, stunning National Parks or colourful country experiences, it can all be found here:
Just 90 minutes drive from Brisbane, the lofty city of Toowoomba overlooks the coastal lowlands laid out below. Over the Range, you ease into a place of flowers, sparkling mountain air, dignified buildings and breathtaking vistas. Toowoomba is Queensland’s Garden City, and in spring when the Carnival of Flowers is held, it’s a riot of perfume and colour, where everything feels alive.
Drive west to the rolling plains and you'll find charming rural townships some with B&Bs where you can yarn with a local or retreat fireside with a bottle of wine. If it's classic Aussie pubs, stunning national parks or colourful country experiences you're chasing, then a trip to Toowoomba Golden West and South Burnett, is a must on your holiday itinerary. Discover wide open spaces and the rich pioneering history of real Queensland country.
Just two hours drive from the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane or Fraser Coast this area is rich in history, wineries and welcoming country towns. From world-class freshwater fishing to forest walks; breathtaking rainforests of the Bunya Mountains National Park to gold fossicking; farm and produce tours to museums, historic houses and antique and craft shops... there’s a lot on offer in the Toowoomba, Golden West and South Burnett region of Queensland.