Top Things to do in Southern Queensland
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The 10 Best Things to do Good for Big Groups in Southern Queensland, Queensland
Discover the best top things to do in Southern Queensland, Australia including Girraween National Park, Pyramids Road Wines, DownsSteam Tourist Railway & Museum, Casley Mount Hutton Winery, KOMINOS Wines, Bunya Mountains National Park, The Granite Belt, The Unique Egg, Crane Wines, Cobb+Co Museum.
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1. Girraween National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 363 reviews
Reviewed By YasumiE
Spent a few mornings exploring here. I was lucky to see so many wildflowers and even though it was very dry the vegetation is coming back after the fires. Lots of bird life and kangaroos.
2. Pyramids Road Wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 90 reviews
Our vineyard was planted in 1999 and since then we have progressively increased our production to meet demand. We are two ex school teachers who made a tree change to the Granite Belt to grow grapes, make wine and open a cellar door. It’s a hands-on operation as all processes are completed by the two of us on site. We skillfully create regional wines that exhibit strong varietal fruit characters.
Reviewed By sbf67 - Brisbane, Australia
This winery is celebrating 20 years in 2019 and it is always worth a visit. You might be welcomed by their winery dog Ralph or by the smiling faces of Sue and Warren - but you will always get a warm welcome. We recently returned with a 2006 bottle of their Bernie’s Blend (named after Warren’s dad) and man it had aged well!! So buy some to drink now and some to put away - you won’t regret it!! Beautiful location near the Girraween National Park - so lovely scenery on the way (but watch out for the local kangaroos).
3. DownsSteam Tourist Railway & Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 105 reviews
DownsSteam is a community based solely volunteer run organisation dedicated to the establishment of a tourist railway for the Darling Downs region. DownsSteam was formed to enable the preservation and active restoration of the last remaining steam locomotive built at the historic Toowoomba Foundry Company, C16-106 Southern Cross Works No. 28 circa 1914. DownsSteam plans to run regular passenger services that would become part of an integrated tourism transport trail across the Darling Downs. Fine food excursions to Warwick and Stanthorpe will give our guests the opportunity to sample the best our region has to offer. Shorter trips to Nobby and Pittsworth will celebrate our regions rich heritage. Since formation in 2001, DownsSteam has established an active railway precinct on the former Drayton sidings & acquiried a large rolling stock fleet.
Reviewed By EB2408 - Brisbane, Australia
We really enjoyed our visit. Sheila, our volunteer guide, met us when we arrived and gave us a very comprehensive tour. We were impressed by the sheer scale of the restoration work that is being done and the standard that is being achieved. I was not prepared for the incredible paintings that covered the walls and ceiling of the Dreamtime carriage - it took my breath away. Well worth a visit - especially if you have any interest in vintage trains.
4. Casley Mount Hutton Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By Ranga_23490
I’ve only very recently started drinking wine and Sonya was more than accommodating, taking me and my partner through the whole process and explaining the wines, taste and the winemaking process. Very informative and friendly. Definitely worth visiting.
5. KOMINOS Wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
A welcoming winery and cellar door growing and making wines since 1984. Sauvignon Blanc ,Viognier ,Semillon, Shiraz , Cabernet wines . Easy access at 27145 New England Highway Glen Aplin Exports to China Taiwan Japan since 1997 Annual Kefi at the Winery Festival in October celebrating 30 years
Reviewed By anjecraft
3 of us stopped here as part of a wine tour. Tony and Mary were very friendly and knowledgeable. Tony gave us a great overview of some educational info in the winemaking business which was a nice touch. Cellar door is beautifully presented, clean and with nice glasswear to taste from. Excellent vineyard to stop in at for a taste.
6. Bunya Mountains National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 276 reviews
Reviewed By jeanettec785 - Queensland, Australia
Lovely walks. Very interesting trees. Great views. Waterfalls dry due to drought. Found a lovely grotto. Didn’t see the bower bird. Plenty of wallabies around the picnic area & campground.
7. The Granite Belt
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 230 reviews
Reviewed By zzrbell - Brisbane, Australia
We stayed in Stanthorpe with family to explore the Granite Belt area. I gather so named because of all the boulders and rocks in the area. It has come a long way! Great food and world class wines as well as amazing local produce. Plenty to see and do from parks to antique shops and history. Start with the visitor information centre in Stanthorpe. Lots of accommodation options as well. We chose a farm cottage near town. A great place to spend a few days.
8. The Unique Egg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 127 reviews
Reviewed By kathym049 - Campbelltown, Australia
This was on our must-see list while in St George. Find the sign in the main street, and follow the emu/footprints. The work that has been put into these eggs is unbelievable, and the presentation is amazing. Well worth a visit.
9. Crane Wines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By waynerG6670TM
A wonderful surprise to find wineries (our favourite pass time) in the South Burnett. Crane wines, just outside Kingaroy, is a wonderful example of how far Qld wines have come. Judy was really pleasant and the atmosphere created is wonderful. They have a huge range of fortified wines and specialty liquors to compliment their wines. Do yourself a favour and visit this region.
10. Cobb+Co Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 607 reviews
Toowoomba's must-see tourist destination! Part of the Queensland Museum Network and home to the National Carriage Collection, discover a variety of interactive displays, exhibits and heritage trade workshops. Immerse yourself in Toowoomba's natural and cultural history and revisit an Australian transport era. Wander through the charming National Carriage Collection and discover how the 47 horse-drawn vehicles played an important role in the development of Queensland. Put your power to the test in the Energy for Life Discovery Centre and explore how your body uses and stores energy and how we can use energy more sustainably. The kids will love stepping back in time to play in The Coach Stop play area. Watch them become shop attendants in the old Museum General Store, dress them up in old fashion clothes or give them a ride on the life-sized replica horse. Get your hands on history with a variety of heritage workshops with one to five day workshops suited from beginner to expert. Experience the satisfaction of learning a traditional skill and creating something beautiful yet functional by hand. Take a break in Cobb's Coffee Shop and try Toowoomba's best scones! Located a just short walk across from Toowoomba's iconic Queens Park. Museum admission is free for Toowoomba Regional Council residents with proof of residency.
Reviewed By williamr277 - Gold Coast, Australia
A very thorough and extensive display of many of our pioneer coaches and early days horse and buggy transport vehicles. Also a surprise exhibit of early Roman History. Well worth a visit.
