Garbutt Travel Guide
Tourist 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 Townsville? 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
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.
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
Magnetic Islands Three Bays in Three Ways (Private Tour)
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
Magnetic Island Lunchtime Sailing Cruise
Our pick of the best Garbutt Hotel Deals
Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
The Palmer Collective
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025
Aquarius on the Beach
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025
The Ville Resort - Casino
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
Madison Plaza Townsville
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
Rydges Southbank Townsville
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Garbutt
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.
West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Belgian Gardens
Restaurants and gardens are notable features of Belgian Gardens. You might consider stopping by Pallarenda while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Castle Hill
Castle Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Townsville area, you might plan a trip to Townsville Sports Reserve or Catholic Diocese of Townsville.
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.
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.
- Places of interest
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- Hotels Near Townsville, Queensland
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- More holiday ideas
- Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum
- 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
- Jezzine Barracks
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