Idalia
Townsville
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 carefree afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in The Strand? While in this relaxing area, you can savor 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 savor 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.
Things to do
Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville
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Other neighbourhoods around Idalia
Rosslea
Rosslea is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Murray Sporting Complex and Cluden Racecourse while you're in town.
Hermit Park
Visitors to Hermit Park appreciate its shopping. A visit to Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Queensland Country Bank Stadium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Mundingburra
Mundingburra is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Anderson Park Botanical Gardens and Bush Garden Landcare Site.
Annandale
While visiting Annandale, you might make a stop by sights like Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum.
Railway Estate
If you're spending some time in Railway Estate, Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Queensland Country Bank Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Hyde Park
While Hyde Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Castle Hill.