TOOWOOMBA AND THE DARLING DOWNS

Overview

Toowoomba, commonly known as the ‘Garden City’, with four distinct seasons, has beautiful heritage buildings and botanical gardens, providing you the perfect place to study.

Just 90 minutes outside of Brisbane, Toowoomba is a modern provincial centre and the gateway to the Darling Downs. Situated adjacent to the fertile Lockyer Valley on the Great Dividing Range, Toowoomba and the Darling Downs offers a rich cultural experience! The region is renowned for its magnificent parks and gardens, scenic views and provider to plate gourmet food and wine culture.

Study Toowoomba

Toowoomba is home to a number of high quality education providers with a wide range of study options for international students. The education offerings in Toowoomba include schools, Vocational Education and Training providers, English language schools and the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ).

Find out more about Study Toowoomba

Top things to do in Toowoomba

5 'must-sees'

  • Experience hands-on history at Cobb+Co. Museum
  • Marvel at the incredible view from the Picnic Point lookout
  • Visit the authentic Jondaryan Woolshed
  • Stroll through the Japanese Gardens
  • Enjoy a show at the magnificent art deco style, Empire Theatre

5 'must-dos'

  • Enjoy a picnic in one of the region's beautiful parks
  • Have a hearty meal at a true-blue country pub
  • Experience spring at its blooming best at the annual Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers
  • Sample exquisite local food and wine produce (from provider to plate)
  • Explore the region's scenic tourist drives