Cobb+Co Museum
Cobb+Co Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
About
Toowoomba's must-see tourist destination! Part of the Queensland Museum Network and home to the National Carriage Collection, discover a variety of interactive displays, exhibits and heritage trade workshops. Immerse yourself in Toowoomba's natural and cultural history and revisit an Australian transport era. Wander through the charming National Carriage Collection and discover how the 47 horse-drawn vehicles played an important role in the development of Queensland. Put your power to the test in the Energy for Life Discovery Centre and explore how your body uses and stores energy and how we can use energy more sustainably. The kids will love stepping back in time to play in The Coach Stop play area. Watch them become shop attendants in the old Museum General Store, dress them up in old fashion clothes or give them a ride on the life-sized replica horse. Get your hands on history with a variety of heritage workshops with one to five day workshops suited from beginner to expert. Experience the satisfaction of learning a traditional skill and creating something beautiful yet functional by hand. Take a break in Cobb's Coffee Shop and try Toowoomba's best scones! Located a just short walk across from Toowoomba's iconic Queens Park. Museum admission is free for Toowoomba Regional Council residents with proof of residency.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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- BijingoSydney, Australia154 contributionsCoaches and comfort stopGreat stop on our long drive out west. Museum is full of info on days gone by, a great tea towel exhibition and, of course, the coach collection. It would be wonderful to be able to participate in one of their many workshops. The cafe hit the spot for lunch.Visited January 2024Travelled with familyWritten 13 January 2024
- FamilyofAussies44 contributionsEducational and Information for adults and kidsMy mother and I subjected our three primary school-aged children to this experience. They were a bit sceptical and hesitant but actually LOVED the science learning experiences and the hands-on activities. I'm not sure they did more than glance at the stagecoaches, drays and other wagons, but the adults read the information. It's been years since I've been here and the first time I've taken my children. We went to the science section twice because it was raining, so we stayed a little longer. Heaps of fun, very informative and a great learning experience for the kids. The workroom and living artwork towards the end were fascinating.Visited April 2024Travelled with familyWritten 21 April 2024
- Jenn PWangi Wangi, Australia456 contributionsCobb=Co museumVery well set out modern museum. We went there on a Saturday, with lots of markets stalls next door. A great place to see the old carriages. Also an area to watch a film, which was really interesting.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 28 April 2024
- KMCanberra86 contributionsDefinitely worth a visitI've always wondered what the differences were between a sulky, a buggy, a dray, a phaeton, a dog-cart etc, and now I sort of know! It's an amazing collection of historic conveyances, all due to the passion of one man who put together the collection. There's even a 'night-cart'! - luckily no smells or flies :). Great to see the carriage workshop where old skills are on display, including woodwork and blacksmithing. We spent a very enjoyable couple of hours there.Visited July 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 27 July 2024
- Joel4749Shepparton, Australia93 contributionsA visit worth doingGreat collection of Cobb and co carriages and history. Beautifully presented. Did the guided tour, which was very informative and gave an insight into the history of Cobb and co and the museum. The children's area was good. The staff were very informative and friendlyVisited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 30 August 2024
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Jo Bris
Gold Coast, Australia184 contributions
Sept 2020 • Family
We booked online an afternoon session.
The cafe inside seemed very busy but we didn’t eat as we had already had lunch so can’t comment on food or price sorry.
Cobb and co museum was interesting, nice to stop and hear all the luggage 🧳 stories and read each description. We did this at our own leisure but I’m sure it would be even more interesting if there were group tours with a guide explaining it all to keep
The kids captured in the stories. A few stuffed creatures which were interesting 🧐 but freaked me daughter out 🤣
Science 🧪 rooms for the kids to play in Aldi with a few interesting facts about water, air and electricity.
$6.50 per child, $10 concession adult / $12 adult.
I wouldn’t rave about it but glad we ticked it off the Toowoomba list.
The cafe inside seemed very busy but we didn’t eat as we had already had lunch so can’t comment on food or price sorry.
Cobb and co museum was interesting, nice to stop and hear all the luggage 🧳 stories and read each description. We did this at our own leisure but I’m sure it would be even more interesting if there were group tours with a guide explaining it all to keep
The kids captured in the stories. A few stuffed creatures which were interesting 🧐 but freaked me daughter out 🤣
Science 🧪 rooms for the kids to play in Aldi with a few interesting facts about water, air and electricity.
$6.50 per child, $10 concession adult / $12 adult.
I wouldn’t rave about it but glad we ticked it off the Toowoomba list.
Written 26 September 2020
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Nathan.s1993
Toowoomba, Australia22 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
Best museum I’ve visited since moving toQueensland.
Its not only far better then the Brisbane museum but it is far cheaper with exhibits that are actually interested in teaching you history as opposed to the Brisbane museum who’s only interest is to shove left wing ideology on climate down your throat .Well worth the money at cob & co.
My wife and I will definitely be back in the future.
Its not only far better then the Brisbane museum but it is far cheaper with exhibits that are actually interested in teaching you history as opposed to the Brisbane museum who’s only interest is to shove left wing ideology on climate down your throat .Well worth the money at cob & co.
My wife and I will definitely be back in the future.
Written 20 March 2021
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Sophy W
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Nov 2020
The expansive display of horse drawn carriages and information about those days gone by was most interesting and informative. I also found the Roman exhibition educational. The food in the Cafe was very nice but it seemed to take a long time for 4 staff to prepare 2 coffees and two cakes when we were the only customers, mind you we were not in a hurry. I thought the museum was very good value for the entry price.
Written 5 November 2020
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wallylange
Toowoomba, Australia15 contributions
Dec 2019
A great place to visit on a rainy day...or any other day! Don't let the name fool you...despite the museum having a great deal of information and a load of displays relating to the Cobb & Co, there are loads of other things for kids and adults alike.
The core remains but exhibitions are always changing.
The is a cafe for meals and drinks, and you have to check out the windmill collection out the front. And, lastly, make a note when thy have their Christmas market....its fabulous
The core remains but exhibitions are always changing.
The is a cafe for meals and drinks, and you have to check out the windmill collection out the front. And, lastly, make a note when thy have their Christmas market....its fabulous
Written 13 February 2020
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WestyTweedValley
Hobart, Australia651 contributions
May 2022
Maybe miss-named because this museum is a museum for a lot more than Cobb & Co. Having said that, it has probably the best collection of horse-drawn vehicles I've ever seen in one place. Modern scientific displays were unexpected and a bit out of place in a Cobb & C o Museum. Overall though I enjoyed it. There's also a cafe and gift shop inside the building.
Written 7 May 2022
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Heken1954
Sydney, Australia116 contributions
July 2022
All ages will find this interesting. This museum is much more than the Cobb & Co Museum though. There is an interesting section on indigenous story telling and a very interesting subsection on the relationship between indigenous local people and artefacts that have special meaning to them. I found that really fascinating. The section on the Cobb & Co coaches was absolutely fascinating. Beautifully restored snd maintained, there are 51 coaches that provide a detailed insight in to how people lived using coaches pulled by horses or goats and then later, motorised. Historically it provides a great timeline as it starts at the very beginning of Cobb & Co and continues past WW1. Fascinating.
The other thing the museum is doing is trying to teach various hands on skills such as blacksmithing, wood working etc. Impressive.
The other thing the museum is doing is trying to teach various hands on skills such as blacksmithing, wood working etc. Impressive.
Written 21 July 2022
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MargaretPowell
Melbourne, Australia1,636 contributions
May 2022
I was here on the family history trail, trying to understand how people got about before railways and after railways how they got to the stations. Excellent collection of amazing coaches and stories about them. Met 2 lace guild lace makers and struck up a lovely conversation that was a real highlight of my journey, thanks Ladies. Busy cafe I did not try. Great addition if you have followed the cobb and co tourist drive and visited any exchange stations like Liston NSW where they have a replica coach...good to see the real ones. I did not really fully explore the other areas of the museum as i was specifically interested in the coach display only.
Written 10 May 2022
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Michael-4551
Caloundra, Australia5,532 contributions
July 2021
Visited on Tuesday 20th July. It's been many years since I last visited this museum and was surprised to see so many Cobb & Co coaches on display. There is so much info to read so allow plenty of time to see it all. $10 senior concession was money well spent.
Written 13 August 2021
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Jane
24 contributions
June 2021
Amazing collection of horse carriages for every profession in a town over the years, everything is excellently displayed, so much variety, there is a cafe offering a variety of food with a special section for little children to play under parents watchful eyes while they dine. There are models to climb upon on the grassed area and a workshop display attached. Special topical live guest visits operate over school holiday times.
Written 20 November 2021
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755revs
New South Wales, Australia188 contributions
Apr 2021 • Couples
Reasonably entry fee, cheery staff, fascinating exhibits of historical horse & bullock drawn vehicles & horseless carriage. Well laid out, wheelchair friendly, lots of fun kid activities. Bistro food fresh, tasty, well presented & good value. Skilled craftsman in the workshop near the toilets. Makes wagon wheels from scratch. Traditional tools. Highly skilled.
Written 7 May 2021
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CobbandCoMuseum
Toowoomba, Australia
Hi there,
Thank you to those who have helped out already. Toowoomba Regional Council residents also receive free entry.
Cheers.
Written 21 December 2016
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