Townsville City Travel Guide

Queensland

A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, rocky outcrops, and a sandy beach.
A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a boat creating a wake.
A coastal landscape with a pier extending into the sea, a sandy beach, and a densely vegetated hillside.
A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and rocky outcrops.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, dense green forest, and a clear blue sea.

Popular cities in Townsville City

Townsville
Known for Islands, Rivers and Swimming
Enjoy the year-round balmy weather, relax at the beach, or explore the forests, wetlands, and marine habitats that surround north Queensland’s unofficial capital.

Reasons to visit

  • Queensland Country Bank Stadium
  • The Strand Beach
  • Castle Hill
Nelly Bay
Known for Ferries and boats, Islands and Relaxing
Snorkel among coral reefs, stroll over golden sands, dine in style or simply relax as you adjust to Magnetic Island’s slower pace in this charming gateway bay.
Horseshoe Bay
Known for Beaches, Islands and Swimming
Come to quaint Horseshoe Bay and enjoy its island views, beaches and wildlife.
Arcadia
Known for Friendly people, Beaches and Islands
Get away to relaxing Arcadia! Enjoy the beaches, bars and island views.
Picnic Bay
Known for Islands, Relaxing and Marinas
See koalas in the wild, laze on the beach, snorkel around a coral reef or hike along a rugged trail in one of Magnetic Island’s most idyllic bays.
West Point
Known for Islands, Tours and Snorkelling
West Point awaits: its island views, coral reefs, beaches and more!

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