π 2D1N Autumn Escape to Toowoomba π
β¨ Day 1οΈβ£: Scenic Start & Cozy Vibes π 10:30 AM: Left Brisbane β Arrived by noon! π¨ Potters Toowoomba Hotel: Perfect downtown location (walkable to shops & cafes). Note: Hotel restaurant closed on public holidays. π Lunch @ Chong Co Thai: Solid pad thai & curries! πΏ Picnic Point Lookout: Mini waterfall + hiking trails (we stayed 1hr). Pro tip: Great for golden-hour photos! β©οΈ Japanese Garden (USQ): Adorable ducks in the pond + zen bridges = instant calm. π¦ π Dinner @ Piccolo PapΓ : "Best pasta outside Italy!" π· π€οΈ Day 2οΈβ£: Lazy Brunch & Park Strolls β 11:00 AM: "Holiday struggle real"βonly The Coffee Club saved our brunch cravings! π πΈ Empty Streets: Unplanned photoshoot with zero photobombers. π Queens Park: Autumn foliage > crowds (flower season is Sept-Oct). Botanic Garden = hidden gem. π 4:30 PM: Drove back to Brisbane. "Easy-peasy getaway!" π‘ Why Toowoomba? β Close to Brisbane (1.5hr drive) β Mix of nature + food (hikes + Italian feasts!) β Off-peak charm: No crowds, just crisp autumn air. #BrisbaneLife #ToowoombaDiaries #AutumnAdventures #WeekendEscape #SeeQueensland