Things to see and do in Queensland Country 

From the granite peaks of Girraween National Park to the towering sandstone cliffs of Carnarvon Gorge, Queensland Country is packed with jaw-dropping landscapes. But it’s not just about the views - this is a region bursting with flavour. Explore boutique wineries in the Granite Belt, sip cool-climate wines, and meet passionate winemakers who’ll share the stories behind each drop. For a true paddock-to-plate experience, visit local farm gates and feast on fresh produce straight from the source.

If you time your visit right, you can taste your way through a festival or two. Stanthorpe’s Apple & Grape Festival in March is a must for fruit and wine lovers, while the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers in spring serves up blooms and bites in equal measure.

Need a dose of the great outdoors? Put on your hiking boots for Girraween National Park, where you’ll find balancing boulders and views that do all the talking from The Pyramid. Prefer chasing waterfalls? Head to Queen Mary Falls in Main Range National Park or cool off in nature’s own plunge pool at Carnarvon Gorge. Further north, Cania Gorge is perfect for scenic strolls among fern-covered pools and ancient Aboriginal rock art.

For history buffs, take a scenic drive from Stanthorpe to Toowoomba, stopping at charming country towns along the way. Toowoomba itself is a colourful blend of heritage and creativity, with grand old buildings, vibrant street art, and a thriving café scene.

Need a local’s take on where to go? Drop into a Visitor Information Centre to get all of the good untel from the locals themselves.