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.
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 relaxing 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
Magnetic Island Lunchtime Sailing Cruise
Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville
4H Snorkeling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
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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.
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.
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.
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
- James Cook University
- Magnetic Island National Park
- Castle Hill
- The Strand Beach
- Strand Park
- Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
- Horseshoe Bay Beach
- Willows Shopping Centre
- Museum of Tropical Queensland
- Magnetic Island Golf Course
- Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line
- Townsville Sports Reserve
- Riverway Lagoon
- Cluden Racecourse
- Queens Gardens
- Strand Rockpool
- Townsville Golf Club
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Radical Bay
- Arcadia Village
- Strand Waterpark
- 1300SMILES Stadium
- Townsville Palmetum
- Jezzine Barracks
- Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park