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Japanese Garden
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Grandview301
Melbourne, Australia1,929 contributions
May 2022
We enjoyed a late afternoon visit to the Japanese Gardens. Wish we had arrived in Toowoomba a few weeks earlier and enjoyed the autumnal colours. Plenty of water birds to watch too.
Written 11 May 2022
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Eddy M
Brisbane, Australia19 contributions
Mar. 2022 • Family
Toowoomba was amazing. Stay at the comfort inn. Suitable family room. Loved the Japanese gardens. Also morning walk at the look out are. Was really nice. If you haven't been the I recommend you go. Will be returning for longer stay.
Written 31 March 2022
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Richard T
5 contributions
Feb. 2022
Nicely designed and constructed gardens. Mostly disabled friendly with some stone steps on some paths. Picnic friendly. No off street parking. No tea room so byo.
The toilets are just off site at the rear of the gardens. Not garden dedicated so open to public in general and not very clean.
The toilets are just off site at the rear of the gardens. Not garden dedicated so open to public in general and not very clean.
Written 12 February 2022
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Roving697385
32 contributions
Jan. 2022 • Friends
Lovely tranquil, walk through was just amazing nit a long walk but very beautiful set and enjoyable. Ducks, turtles and various birds was a pleasure to watch as you walk around the garden.
Written 12 January 2022
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Wayne T
Brisbane Region, Australia194 contributions
Jan. 2022 • Couples
Wonderful surprise. Googled things to do in Toowoomba and this was on the list. Lovely garden with plenty of areas to sit with a picnic basket. Easy access walkway around the garden that even the grandparents could manage. Only challenge is parking, seems only street parking is available, that aside highly recommended for a visit, did I mention that it’s free!
Written 5 January 2022
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Tricia H
Brisbane, Australia331 contributions
Sep. 2021
A pretty garden with some interesting plants and flowers - the cherry blossoms are spectacular in spring.
Written 1 December 2021
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papillon2020
Brisbane, Australia583 contributions
Oct. 2021
Definitely worth the small drive to spend some tranquil time. While it is "small", the designers have done a magnificent job with 4 Japanese bridges, reflective ponds, and so many plants and paths to spend time. A definite must which many people may miss
Written 11 October 2021
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ozteddy
Brisbane, Australia463 contributions
Sep. 2021
We have been to the gardens quite a few times and always find it a pleasant place to walk and relax. It does seem to have its 'Japanese' style being spoilt by the number of birds that increasingly seem to congregate there.
Written 3 October 2021
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john c
Murrumba Downs, Australia140 contributions
Sep. 2021
It was a absolute delight to walk around the Japanese garden at the university it's a must if you're in Toowoomba thoroughly enjoyed the experience
Written 1 October 2021
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Schlepper1939
Brisbane Region, Australia780 contributions
Sep. 2021 • Couples
I have visited a number of Japanese Gardens over the years, but this would have to rate as one of the best. It might have been my first visit, but it will not be my last.
While we were in Toowoomba at the peak of the festival of flowers and the gardens were busy, they did not feel crowded.
The only problem was finding a place to park.
While we were in Toowoomba at the peak of the festival of flowers and the gardens were busy, they did not feel crowded.
The only problem was finding a place to park.
Written 20 September 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
TrishBrown73
Morayfield, Australia98 contributions
How much to go and look or is it free
532jackieb
Brisbane, Australia62 contributions
Sorry for delay the gardens are free
EljayandRoger D
3 contributions
Is this attraction pet friendly
lynne7991
Gold Coast, Australia25 contributions
Pets are not allowed in the Japanese Gardens, Toowoomba. There are a lot of swans, ducks and other wild birds which are protected by law. Dogs are allowed in Queens Park and Botanic Gardens.
When are the Cherry Blossoms in full bloom?
Lesley M
Toowoomba3 contributions
They are coming out now. The Manchurian pears are all out now, looking beautiful. The cherry blossom is just starting to come out.
Nic
Brisbane, Australia9 contributions
When is the best season to see the Japanese gardens in full bloom?
Heggesan
Beenleigh, Australia271 contributions
Spring‼️ Plan it right for the September event to also take in the Carnival of Flowers a 2 week event with open gardens in Toowoomba - many parks at their very best 💐 🌷🌹
is this open all year round ?
351jenufa
Adelaide, Australia10 contributions
It is open all year round.
Are dogs allowed?
gableto
Toowoomba, Australia10 contributions
Dog are permitted within the Japanese Garden, but must be on a leash at all times. The dog owner is also required by using an appropriate scoop and bag to remove any droppings. :)
Just wondering how much would it coat to have a wedding ceremony at Japanese gardens....
gableto
Toowoomba, Australia10 contributions
Dont know, however, it is a FANTASTIC venue for a wedding. One of my friends got married there. Plenty of shady spots for the more elderly as well.
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- (0.33 km) Vacy Hall Toowoomba's Grand Boutique Hotel
- (0.31 km) Potters Hotel
- (0.98 km) Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments
- (0.39 km) Renway House
- (1.33 km) Quest Toowoomba
- Restaurants near Japanese Garden:
- (0.37 km) Gip's Restaurant
- (0.80 km) Betty's Burgers
- (0.54 km) Urban Grounds
- (1.00 km) Ground Up Espresso Bar
- (1.13 km) Sofra Turkish Cuisine