Toowoomba (Part 1): 9 Must-Visit Parks & Gardens 🌸🌳

1️⃣ Queen’s Park & Botanic Gardens 👑 *(Heritage-listed since 1800s!)* ✨ Festivals, playgrounds & sprawling gardens 🎪 Play Areas: Lindsay St: Sensory play panels, musical instruments Margaret St: Toy train, water play, merry-go-round 🍔 Amenities: BBQs, picnic tables & shaded walks 2️⃣ Picnic Point 🏞️ (Breathtaking valley views!) 📸 Instagram-worthy panoramas of Lockyer Valley ☕ Café + walking trails + kids' playground 3️⃣ Laurel Bank Park 🌺 (Floral paradise!) 🚂 Kid highlight: Thomas the Tank Engine hedge! 👃 Scent garden + climbing structures 4️⃣ Japanese Gardens (Ju Raku En) 🏯 🌸 4.5 hectares of zen—waterfalls, bridges & wildlife! 👶 Stroller-friendly 3km paths More Hidden Gems: 5️⃣ Groom Park - South Toowoomba’s quiet retreat 6️⃣ Lake Annand - Peaceful lakeside strolls 7️⃣ Glenvale Park - Spacious & serene 8️⃣ Stenner Street Park - Local favorite 9️⃣ Lemway Ave Park - Mini train rides (3rd Sundays!) #Toowoomba #WeekendGetaway #FamilyFun #ExploreQLD #NatureLovers #FlowerPower