Toowong, Brisbane

Name: Toowong
Address: Brisbane, Australia

#347 among attractions in Brisbane

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Toowong is a riverside suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census, Toowong had a population of 10,830 people. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 27°29'7"S, 152°59'20"E

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Toowong – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Toowong Village, Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, Toowong Cemetery, Brisbane Botanic Gardens.

~1310 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Toowong Village, Brisbane
7 min walk • Toowong Village is a prominent shopping centre located in the heart of Brisbane, Australia, offering a dynamic mix of retail, dining, and service options. Established as a key destination for both locals and visitors, Toowong Village caters to a wide range of shopping...
1.4 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, Brisbane
36 min walk • Indooroopilly Shopping Centre is a premier retail destination nestled in the heart of Brisbane, Australia. This expansive shopping haven is the largest centre in the western suburbs of Brisbane, boasting a comprehensive mix of over 360 stores that cater to a wide range...
0.9 miNW
Cemetery
Toowong Cemetery, Brisbane
22 min walk • Toowong Cemetery, located in the city of Brisbane, Australia, is a significant heritage site that intertwines the city's history with the tranquility of a traditional Victorian-era garden cemetery. Established in 1875, it spans over 44 hectares and is the largest...
1.1 miNW
Park
Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Brisbane
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Brisbane, Australia, the Brisbane Botanic Gardens is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil retreat from the urban hustle. This sprawling park, known for its diverse plant collections and picturesque landscapes, is a beloved destination for both...
1 miNW
Specialty museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums
Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium, Brisbane
26 min walk • Nestled within the lush surroundings of Brisbane's Mount Coot-tha Botanic Gardens, the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium offers a captivating journey through the cosmos to both locals and visitors from around the world. Opened in 1978, this astronomical hub is named...
1 miNW
Museum, Art museum
Richard Randall Art Studio, Brisbane
26 min walk • Richard Randall Art Studio is a heritage-listed studio at Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong, City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It was built in c.1900. It is also known as Richard Randall's Studio. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.
~1180 ftE
Nightlife
Royal Exchange Hotel, Brisbane
6 min walk • The Royal Exchange Hotel is a heritage-listed hotel located at 10 High Street, Toowong, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. The Royal Exchange Hotel is a popular with local office workers and also University of Queensland students due to its proximity to the university.
1 miNE
Park, Flea market, Shopping
Davies Park Market, Brisbane
27 min walk • Davies Park is a sporting venue in the suburb of West End in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is located at the corner of Jane St, Montague Road & Riverside Drive, West End.
~830 ftSE
Church
St Thomas' Anglican Church, Brisbane
5 min walk • St Thomas' Anglican Church is a heritage-listed church at 69 High Street, Toowong, City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by Francis Drummond Greville Stanley and built in 1877 by Henry Pears.
1 miNE
Tower, Historical place, Park
Gas Stripping Tower, Brisbane
25 min walk • The Gas Stripping Tower is a heritage-listed tower at 277 Montague Road, West End, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by Robert Dempster & Sons Ltd and built in 1912. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.
1 miN
Area
Auchenflower, Brisbane
26 min walk • Auchenflower is an inner suburb of the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census, Auchenflower had a population of 5,870 people. Torwood is a neighbourhood within Auchenflower.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Toowong?

Nearby attractions include St Ignatius Loyola Church, Brisbane (4 min walk), St Thomas' Anglican Church, Brisbane (5 min walk), Mount St Mary's Convent, Brisbane (5 min walk), Toowong Municipal Library Building, Brisbane (7 min walk).

How to get to Toowong by public transport?

The nearest stations to Toowong:

Bus

Sherwood Road at Kensington Terrace stop 21 • Lines: 470 (3 min walk)
High Street at Toowong stop 14A • Lines: 444, 460 (5 min walk)

Train

Toowong (7 min walk)
Taringa (18 min walk)

Ferry

Regatta Ferry Terminal • Lines: Uqsl-1410 (13 min walk)
West End Ferry Terminal • Lines: Uqsl-1410 (24 min walk)