Rasmussen Travel Guide
Tourist 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.

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.
Activities

SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour

Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour

Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville
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Other neighbourhoods around Rasmussen

Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Riverway Lagoon and Willows Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Thuringowa Central
Unique features of Thuringowa Central include the river views and shopping. Make a stop by Willows Shopping Centre or Riverway Lagoon while you're exploring the area.

Kirwan
If you're spending some time in Kirwan, 1300SMILES Stadium and Aboriginal Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Stuart
Mount Stuart might not have many top sights, but Mount Stuart and Cluden Racecourse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 Murray Sporting Complex or Riverway Lagoon.

Annandale
If you're spending some time in Annandale, Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum are top sights worth seeing.
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- More holiday ideas
- Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
- James Cook University
- Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- The Strand Beach
- Castle Hill
- Horseshoe Bay Beach
- Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
- Magnetic Island National Park
- Willows Shopping Centre
- Strand Park
- Magnetic Island Golf Course
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Reid Park Street Circuit
- Cluden Racecourse
- Townsville Sports Reserve
- Riverway Lagoon
- Museum of Tropical Queensland
- Queens Gardens
- Strand Rockpool
- Strand Waterpark
- Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park
- Jezzine Barracks
- Toolakea Beach
- Pinnacles National Park
- Radical Bay
- Arcadia Village
- Townsville Golf Club
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