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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 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

Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour

SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour

Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville
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Other neighbourhoods around Railway Estate

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.

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.

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.

Castle Hill
Travellers like the parks in Castle Hill, and Castle Hill is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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.

North Ward
North Ward is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while you're in town.
- Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line
- Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
- Castle Hill
- Magnetic Island National Park
- James Cook University
- The Strand Beach
- Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
- Horseshoe Bay Beach
- Strand Park
- Willows Shopping Centre
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Riverway Lagoon
- Museum of Tropical Queensland
- Magnetic Island Golf Course
- Queens Gardens
- Cluden Racecourse
- Townsville Sports Reserve
- Arcadia Village
- Strand Rockpool
- Strand Waterpark
- Toolakea Beach
- Massage on Magnetic
- Jezzine Barracks
- Radical Bay
- Townsville Palmetum
- Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park