Popular places to visit

Townsville Palmetum
Explore the great outdoors at Townsville Palmetum, a lovely green space in Townsville. Visit the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.

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 Townsville? While in this relaxing 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
Strand Park is just one of the places to see in Townsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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.
Activities

SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour

Magnetic Island Lunchtime Sailing Cruise

Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Annandale

Mundingburra
Mundingburra is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Anderson Park Botanical Gardens and Bush Garden Landcare Site.

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.

Rosslea
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rosslea and you might want to plan a stop by Murray Sporting Complex and Cluden Racecourse while you're in the area.

Hermit Park
Hermit Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium while you're in town.

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.

Mount Stuart
Mount Stuart might not have many top sights, but Mount Stuart and Cluden Racecourse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
- Places of interest
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- Townsville Palmetum
- Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
- Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- James Cook University
- The Strand Beach
- Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
- Castle Hill
- Horseshoe Bay Beach
- Magnetic Island National Park
- Willows Shopping Centre
- Strand Park
- Magnetic Island Golf Course
- Cluden Racecourse
- Townsville Sports Reserve
- Reid Park Street Circuit
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Museum of Tropical Queensland
- Riverway Lagoon
- Strand Waterpark
- Toolakea Beach
- Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park
- Strand Rockpool
- Queens Gardens
- Townsville Golf Club
- Arcadia Village
- Pinnacles National Park
- Australian Institute of Marine Science
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