Aitkenvale Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
Strand Park
Explore the great outdoors at Strand Park, a lovely green space in The Strand. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour 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
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Townsville Lunchtime or Morning Sailing Private Charter
Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville
Magnetic Island Lunchtime Sailing Cruise
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
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Other neighbourhoods around Aitkenvale
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.
Annandale
If you're spending some time in Annandale, Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Riverway Lagoon and Willows Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Garbutt
Bars and museums are just a few things travellers like about Garbutt. A stop by Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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- Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
- Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- James Cook University
- Magnetic Island National Park
- Castle Hill
- The Strand Beach
- Strand Park
- Horseshoe Bay Beach
- Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
- Willows Shopping Centre
- Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line
- Riverway Lagoon
- Museum of Tropical Queensland
- Cluden Racecourse
- Magnetic Island Golf Course
- Townsville Sports Reserve
- Strand Rockpool
- Arcadia Village
- Townsville Palmetum
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park
- Strand Waterpark
- 1300SMILES Stadium
- Queens Gardens
- Massage on Magnetic