Pinnacles 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.
Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville.
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.
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.
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.
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
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
Our pick of the best Pinnacles Hotel Deals
The Ville Resort - Casino
Great accommodation
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Aquarius on the Beach
Great room, great amenities, great view. Very satisfied. Very friendly staff. Parking is tight, but usually found a spot, if not, can park easily in the street out front. Plenty of food around and supermarket very close. All round great place to stay.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Ardo
Easy checkin, Great location and facility. Staff were fantastic
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Madison Plaza Townsville
Nice to see it's being refurbished, very convenient for the QLD pinball finals at Empire arcade.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Room was great. Looked clean. Reception was welcoming and friendly. Loved the sunday late check out option. Its a long walk from the elevator to my room. uggest
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
The Palmer Collective
Great location, staff were very friendly, and the freshly baked biscuits were a pleasant surprise.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pinnacles
Mount Stuart
Mount Stuart might not have many top sights, but Mount Stuart and Murray Sporting Complex are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Riverway Lagoon and Willows Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Kirwan
If you're spending some time in Kirwan, 1300SMILES Stadium and Aboriginal Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Annandale
If you're spending some time in Annandale, Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
