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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.
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.
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 The Strand, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
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.
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.
Activities
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville
Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour
Magnetic Island Lunchtime Sailing Cruise
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Other neighbourhoods around Railway Estate
Oonoonba
Oonoonba might not have many top sights, but Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Castle Hill
Castle Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Townsville area, you might plan a trip to Townsville Sports Reserve or The Strand Beach.
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 The Strand Beach and Townsville Sports Reserve while you're in town.
- Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line
- Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
- James Cook University
- The Strand Beach
- Magnetic Island National Park
- Castle Hill
- Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
- Horseshoe Bay Beach
- Strand Park
- Willows Shopping Centre
- Cluden Racecourse
- Riverway Lagoon
- Magnetic Island Golf Course
- Townsville Sports Reserve
- Queens Gardens
- Museum of Tropical Queensland
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Strand Rockpool
- Arcadia Village
- Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park
- Jezzine Barracks
- Toolakea Beach
- Strand Waterpark
- Townsville Golf Club
- 1300SMILES Stadium
- Pinnacles National Park
- Australian Institute of Marine Science