Start planning an educational excursion with Discover Ipswich that your class group will love…
Our special tours within Ipswich will make your next excursion easy with a pick and choose request system that will streamline your next visit to Ipswich. Select a tour that has been formulated to engage students on a fun history or nature tour. Choose your own itinerary to personalise your trip or talk to our team to discuss your curriculum needs.
We look forward to assisting you in planning your next excursion to discover Ipswich: Queensland’s beautiful heritage city never felt so young!
Animal Encounters
An interactive walking tour by award winning Ipswich Visitor Information Centre.
Your VIP guided walking tour includes access to animal feeds, animal care areas and up close and personal encounters. Learn about the amazing work the crew are undertaking for local wildlife and the important work the centre continues to do to support bilby conservation. Meet our lovable barnyard animals and help our keepers feed them.
Bookings are essential and maximum numbers apply.
Recommended for: Years 3-12 and adults
Available days: Tuesday to Sunday
Time: 9.30 am
Duration: 90 minutes
Cost: $5.00 per child (teachers and carers are free of charge)
KLA link: Science
Bookings/enquiries: Contact the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre via email to [email protected] or by phoning (07) 3281 0555.
Ipswich Heritage Tour
An informative bus tour by award winning Ipswich Visitor Information Centre.
Our informative guides will hop on board your coach and provide commentary and driver assistance to navigate the bus through the heritage city. Your guests will enjoy the architecture and history that the Ipswich region is renowned for. The route takes in popular heritage buildings, homes and sites with the opportunity to view St Mary’s Catholic Church if available on the day. Ask us about our CBD walking tour!
Bookings are essential and maximum numbers apply.
Recommended for: Years 5-12 and adults
Available days: Monday to Saturday
Time: Between 9.30 am and 3.00 pm
Duration: 90 minutes – 2 hours
Cost: $65.00 per bus (no per person cost)
KLA link: Humanities and Social Sciences
Bookings/enquiries: Contact the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre via email to [email protected] or by phoning (07) 3281 0555.
Japanese Tea Ceremony
A culturally enriching tour by award winning Ipswich Visitor Information Centre.
Enjoy a guided tour of Nerima Gardens with interpretation of key design elements that infuse both the Australian and Japanese cultures. Arrive at the Tea House to view the Japanese tea ceremony; a traditional cultural activity involving the ceremonial
preparation and presentation of matcha (powdered green tea).
Bookings are essential and maximum numbers apply.
Recommended for: Years 5-12 and adults
Available days: Monday to Saturday
Time: Between 9.30 am and 2.00 pm
Duration: 90 minutes – 2 hours
Cost: $15.00 per student (teachers and carers free of charge)
KLA link: Language, Humanities and Social Sciences
Bookings/enquiries: Contact the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre via email to [email protected] or by phoning (07) 3281 0555.
