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.
Railway Estate
While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Townsville Palmetum and Riverway Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Madison Plaza Townsville
Very clean staff was kind
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Ville Resort - Casino
Very clean
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
everything was fantastic
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Oaks Townsville Hotel
As always great stay. Clean room. Great staff.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Madison Ocean Breeze
Staff Clean Comfy bed good view
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
Had nice view of river and town from balcony was in a quiet area plenty of dinning options close by , easy walk to cowboys leagues club and Woolworths
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
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.
Townsville Palmetum
Explore the great outdoors at Townsville Palmetum, a lovely green space in Townsville. Visit the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.
Things to do
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
