Explore Toowoomba and the Darling Downs from Murphys Creek Escape

See below for information on some attractions close to Murphys Creek Escape.

Murphys Creek Arts Centre Galleries and workshops in a bushland setting. See artwork of outstanding artists featuring watercolour painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, photoshop, books and cards in four gallery buildings. The gallery recently opened a new studio building which provides excellent class facilities and an additional exhibition area leading to a sculpture trail. Opening Hours 10am-5pm Wednesday to Sunday Ring and book a painting, sculpting or photography lesson with very reasonable rates..
The Cobb & Co. Museum Cobb + Co Museum, a campus of the Queensland Museum is home to the National Carriage Collection, Australia's finest collection of horse-drawn vehicles. As well as Cobb & Co. coaches, the carriage collection has examples of a vast range of vehicles from the horse-drawn era, from farm wagons, hawkers barrows, delivery carts and buggies to an elegant landau; the Rolls Royce of carriages. Opening Hours 10am-4pm daily Closed ANZAC day, Good Friday and Christmas Day
The Festival of Flowers Become a part of history and head to Toowoomba for this year’s celebrations and savour the scents of Spring, live entertainment, gourmet food experiences, The Chronicle Garden Competition, exhibition gardens, blossoming parklands and flagship events including the Grand Central Floral Parade, the Ergon Energy Flower, Food & Wine Festival, and the Heritage Building Society Live Concert Series. Friday, 17 September – Sunday, 26 September 2010
Museum of Australian Army Flying Experience the adventure and romance of our pioneer military aviators and marvel at their skill and courage. Items of memorabilia date back to 1912, when Australian Army Aviation was then known as the Australian Flying Corps (AFC). Location Drive west from Toowoomba, through Oakey, to the Aviation Centre. Then follow signs to the Museum. Situated about 4 km from Oakey. Opening Times Open daily from 10am to 4pm. Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Admission Family: $12.00 Adult: $5.00 Child: $2.00 Pensioners: $3.00 Disabled Facilities
Jondaryan Woolsheds Jondaryan Woolshed is the centrepiece of Jondaryan Woolshed Historical Museum and Park that was established in 1975 to present the history of Jondaryan Station and its role in the development of pastoralism on the Darling Downs. Located in the heart of the Darling Downs, Jondaryan Woolshed is of great historical interest. Easily accessible on a day trip from all parts of south-east Queensland, Jondaryan Woolshed is of particular interest to people fascinated by our rural heritage. The attraction features historic buildings, machinery, equipment and collections, which have been obtained and restored over the past 25 years. Where are we? Jondaryan Woolshed is located on the Darling Downs, 3 kms south of the Warrego Highway at Jondaryan, 45 kilometres west of Toowoomba over the Great Dividing Range. It is only two and a half hours drive from Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, Australia. Brisbane has a major international airport. Opening Hours We are open *7 Days a week from 10am to 4pm*. Tea and damper only available Wednesday - Sunday .
Spring Bluff - Historical Railway Station Spring Bluff is a beautiful valley tucked in the ranges north of Toowoomba and best known for its picturesque Railway Station. Spring Bluff Railway Station is a favourite day trip for visitors and locals alike. Its gardens are magnificent during Spring and Summer and steam train rides are a feature of September during Toowoomba's Carnival of Flowers. The Railway Station features a coffee shop in the station master's cottage. It's worth visiting Spring Bluff just for the interesting drive down the range off the New England Highway through to Murphy's Creek. The road meanders through lush bushland, following the path of the creek. Spring Bluff Facilities Cafe (Friday to Sunday) Picnic Area BBQ Facilities Public Toilet Shaded Areas Car Park Spring Bluff experience & activities Historic/Heritage Cultural Educational Tourism Bird Watching Flora/Fauna Train Rides (Carnival week)
Bowen Therapist - Barbara Hofmann Bowen Therpaist Hrbalist Flower Essence Reader Crystal/REiki Healer Address The Stone Cottage - 7 Woden St, Murphys Creek 074 630 5878
The Heritage Trail

Click here to see a complete list of attractions for the Toowoomba and golden West area.