Toowoomba - The Flower Capital That Steals My Heart Every Year! 🌸

Every September, Toowoomba transforms into a floral wonderland—and this year marks its 75th anniversary! 🎉 📅 2024 Festival Dates: 13 Sept - 7 Oct 🚗 From Brisbane: ~1.5hr drive (best to self-drive—public transport is limited!) 🌧️ PSA: Pick a sunny day! Rain = no heat, but terrible photos 😭 (learn from my mistake!). 🌺 MUST-VISIT GARDENS 1️⃣ Queens Park 👑 THE highlight! Best blooms + panoramic views from the lookout! 📸 Pro tip: This is where the magic happens—don’t rush! 2️⃣ Laurel Bank Park 🎨 Features a giant "75" floral display (aerial views = wow!). 3️⃣ Spring Bluff Station Garden 🚂 Charming railside blooms + occasional freight trains passing by! (Drive-only spot!) ⛰️ LOOKOUTS (Ranked!) 🥇 Cunninghams Crest Lookout (Underrated gem!) Stunning views + Indigenous stories on the wooden stairway. ☕ Perfect for: Coffee + contemplation (so peaceful!). 🥈 Picnic Point (Meh...) "That one flat-topped mountain" view. 🏔️ (Skip if short on time!) 💐 Final Thoughts: Toowoomba’s private gardens are legendary too—wish I had time for more! Next year, sunshine or bust! ☀️ #Toowoomba #AustraliaTravel #FlowerFestival #Queensland #RoadTrip #SpringInAus #TravelGram 🌸📷