The Darling Downs region just an hour and a half west of Brisbane is one of Queensland's largest food belts from the wheat and cotton fields of Dalby, the peanut crops around Kingaroy to the fruit orchards and wineries of the Granite Belt, the region offers a range of activities and experiences for the visitor.
Famous for its carnival of flowers held in spring, Toowoomba is known for its extensive parks and gardens and heritage architecture from mid-January to mid-February the city is ablaze with floral colour.
The fishing is great and the views are amazing along with the good old fashioned country pubs, fine wines, century old vineyards and country hospitality.
As one of the few regions in Queensland with four distinct seasons, the Darling Downs ensures that anytime is a great time to experience the natural beauty and charm that awaits you.
Many of the tourist sights and activities in the Darling Downs focus upon the region's early settlement and Australia's rural heritage.
Must Do
- Visit Australia's largest collection of horse-drawn vehicles.
- Explore up to 30 kilometres of tracks, climb ‘The Pyramid’ for great views of Balancing Rock at the popular Girraween National Park.
- Learn more about a rough and tumble rural sport at the Australian Rodeo Heritage Centre in Warwick.
- Fishing in the Darling Downs and Granite Belt just doesn't get any better.
- Unique collectables from the mining, grazing, transport, fruit and medical industries at the Stanthorpe Heritage Museum.
- Described as “the finest house in the colony” Glengallan Homestead can be seen through an innovative interpretation.
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