Pimlico 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 Pimlico
Hyde Park
Hyde Park might not have many top sights, but Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Castle Hill are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Hermit Park
Hermit Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Queensland Country Bank Stadium while you're in town.
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.
West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and Castle Hill is a top attraction you might want to visit.
- Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
- Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- Magnetic Island National Park
- The Strand Beach
- James Cook University
- Castle Hill
- Strand Park
- Horseshoe Bay Beach
- Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
- Willows Shopping Centre
- Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line
- Strand Rockpool
- Riverway Lagoon
- Cluden Racecourse
- Townsville Sports Reserve
- Museum of Tropical Queensland
- Magnetic Island Golf Course
- Queens Gardens
- Townsville Golf Club
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Strand Waterpark
- Radical Bay
- Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park
- Jezzine Barracks
- Arcadia Village
- 1300SMILES Stadium