Shelly Beach 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
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
Cape Cleveland Tour
Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
Magnetic Island Tour Behind the Scenes
Other neighbourhoods around Shelly Beach
Rowes Bay
While there might not be top attractions in Rowes Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Townsville Sports Reserve and Castle Hill.
Bohle
Travellers like the parks in Bohle, and Town Common Conservation Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bushland Beach
Travellers like the parks in Bushland Beach, and Town Common Conservation Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Belgian Gardens
Unique features of Belgian Gardens include the restaurants and gardens. Make a stop by Castle Hill or Pallarenda while you're exploring the 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.
Castle Hill
Travellers like the parks in Castle Hill, and Castle Hill is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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- More holiday ideas
- Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
- Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- James Cook University
- Castle Hill
- The Strand Beach
- Magnetic Island National Park
- Horseshoe Bay Beach
- Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
- Strand Park
- Willows Shopping Centre
- Magnetic Island Golf Course
- Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line
- Museum of Tropical Queensland
- Riverway Lagoon
- Cluden Racecourse
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Queens Gardens
- Townsville Sports Reserve
- Arcadia Village
- Strand Waterpark
- Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park
- Strand Rockpool
- Townsville Palmetum
- Toolakea Beach
- Massage on Magnetic
- Jezzine Barracks