Kirwan Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
This easy-to-navigate and very scenic transport hub is the gateway to the beaches, bush walks and wildlife of one of Queensland’s most idyllic islands.
The Strand Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in The Strand? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Castle Hill
Catch the sea breezes on this pink granite landmark in the city’s heart and enjoy 360-degree views of the city’s harbor and across to Magnetic Island.
Strand Park
Explore the great outdoors at Strand Park, a lovely green space in The Strand. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.
Museum of Tropical Queensland
Set out on a discovery tour of the cultural and natural heritage of North Queensland in this interactive waterfront museum with ever-changing exhibits.
Queens Gardens
Walk beneath ancient hoop pines, navigate a maze, see the Australian cockatoos or have a picnic in the lush setting of these tropical gardens.
Activities
Townsville Lunchtime or Morning Sailing Private Charter
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Magnetic Island Lunchtime Sailing Cruise
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Other neighbourhoods around Kirwan
Thuringowa Central
Unique features of Thuringowa Central include the river views and shopping. Make a stop by Willows Shopping Centre or Riverway Lagoon while you're exploring the area.
Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Riverway Lagoon and Willows Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Aitkenvale
If you're spending time in Aitkenvale, you might enjoy its shopping and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Townsville Palmetum or Murray Sporting Complex.
Garbutt
Bars and museums are just a few things travellers like about Garbutt. A stop by Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Annandale
If you're spending some time in Annandale, Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum are top sights worth seeing.
Currajong
Restaurants, gardens and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Currajong. Make a stop by Townsville Museum and Historical Society while you're exploring.
- 1300SMILES Stadium
- Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
- Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- James Cook University
- Magnetic Island National Park
- The Strand Beach
- Castle Hill
- Horseshoe Bay Beach
- Strand Park
- Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
- Willows Shopping Centre
- Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line
- Riverway Lagoon
- Strand Rockpool
- Cluden Racecourse
- Townsville Sports Reserve
- Museum of Tropical Queensland
- Queens Gardens
- Magnetic Island Golf Course
- Townsville Golf Club
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Strand Waterpark
- Radical Bay
- Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park
- Jezzine Barracks
- Arcadia Village
- Horseshoe Bay Markets