Town Common 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 Town Common
Bohle
Travellers like the parks in Bohle, and Town Common Conservation Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Belgian Gardens
Unique features of Belgian Gardens include the restaurants and gardens. Make a stop by Castle Hill or Pallarenda while you're exploring the area.
Bushland Beach
Travellers like the parks in Bushland Beach, and Town Common Conservation Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and Castle Hill is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Castle Hill
Travellers like the parks in Castle Hill, and Castle Hill is a top attraction you might want to visit.
- Town Common Conservation Park
- 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
- 1300SMILES Stadium
- Australian Institute of Marine Science