Stuart Travel Guide
Townsville
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 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.
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.
Top hotels in Stuart
BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park
A+
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Madison Plaza Townsville
Great that reception is available
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
The Ville Resort - Casino
Grest
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
The Palmer Collective
Bed was very comfortable. Water pressure in shower awesome. Air-conditioning was nice and cold. Prime location! Thankyou
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Aquarius on the Beach
Lovely staff Room very comfortable and clean. Ample bed linen Lovely clean pool
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Ardo
Great hotel perfect service
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Stuart
Murray
Though Murray may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cluden Racecourse and Mount Stuart.
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.
South Townsville
Visitors highly recommend South Townsville for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Maritime Museum of Townsville while you're in town.
Railway Estate
While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
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.
Annandale
If you're spending some time in Annandale, Townsville Palmetum and Murray Sporting Complex are top sights worth seeing.
