Northern Queensland
Travel Guide
Visit Northern Queensland
Where to stay in Northern Queensland
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.
Mount Stuart
Mount Stuart might not have many top sights, but Mount Stuart and Townsville Palmetum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Townsville Palmetum and Riverway Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Railway Estate
While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
The Ville Resort - Casino
All of the above
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Madison Plaza Townsville
Very clean staff was kind
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Great and enjoyable overnight stay
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Oaks Townsville Hotel
Great apartment that had everything we needed. Comfortable bed. Adequate cooking facilities for simple meals. There was also a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer which we really appreciated! Unfortunately it rained for most of our stay so we couldn’t use the pool but the gym was good. We ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Madison Ocean Breeze
Close to strand
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
The room was nice. But the air conditioner made a lot of weird noises. Then it started to drip water.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
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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.
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.
Billabong Sanctuary
Cuddle a koala, hold a snake and hand-feed cassowaries and wallabies at this interactive sanctuary that protects native wildlife on the shores of the billabong.
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.
Things to do
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
