North Ward
Townsville
Popular places to visit
The Strand Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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 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.
Jezzine Barracks
You can browse the exhibits at Jezzine Barracks, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to North Ward. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Army Museum North Queensland
Discover the fascinating stories of the Australian Army in North Queensland when you explore the history displays at the Jezzine Barracks at Kissing Point.
Townsville Sports Reserve
You can take time to visit Townsville Sports Reserve during your travels to Townsville. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
4H Snorkeling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People
Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire
Top hotels in North Ward
Aquarius on the Beach
Very dated property Air conditioner rattled all the time Needs updating Painting Very old bathroom
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Madison Ocean Breeze
Shoredrive Motel
A brilliant clean, convenient motel on the Strand in Townsville! The best place to stay!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Beach House Motel
I booked this for a friend from overseas who was travelling to Northern Queensland to meet up with her son. She said the condition of the room was totally unacceptable. Apparently the proprietor offered her an alternative room which was equally grubby, so she did not stay and found another ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
QCWA Kissing Point Units
Room was nice and clean but the way the manager spoke to me was absolutely discusting, I have never been treated so horrible before. I will never stay there again, I do not recommend purely by the way I was treated.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Quest Townsville on Eyre
Central location for a work stay
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Ward
The Strand
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to The Strand. A stop by The Strand Beach or Strand Waterpark might round out your trip.
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.
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.
West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Railway Estate
While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
Hermit Park
Hermit Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium while you're in town.
