GREAT PLACES OF IPSWICH
Saturday 12 September 2026
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 24 JULY 2026
Great Places of Ipswich opens the doors to some of the city’s most significant heritage sites. Highlights include exclusive access to the two heritage-listed homes; The Chestnuts and Rhossilli along with the much-loved gardens and buildings of Queen’s Park. Rich in character, architecture and local history, this unique experience offers a deeper connection to one of Queensland’s most rewarding heritage destinations.
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The Chestnuts
Originally home to Mary Darnley Morrison’s renowned finishing school, this three-storey home features verandahs with cast iron balustrading and cedar interiors and an attic space that hints at its layered past.
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Rhossilli
This elegant residence has witnessed more than a century of local stories. From prominent families and civic leaders to its years as a convalescent home, nursing home and hostel, Rhossilli has continually evolved while retaining its remarkable character.
Presented by Ipswich Festivals
Great Places of Ipswich Bus Tour
Join the Great Places of Ipswich by bus tour, with Discover Ipswich Tour Guides. The bus tour includes access to each venue and a Devonshire Tea and lunch.
Event details
Saturday 12 September 2026
10.00 am – 2.00 pm
Various Locations
$5 per person.
Tickets on sale – Friday 24 July 2026