North Ward
Townsville
![Queens Gardens showing a park and forests](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/229000/229504-Queens-Gardens.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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![Queens Gardens featuring wildflowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/229000/229510-Queens-Gardens.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Queens Gardens which includes bird life](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/229000/229505-Queens-Gardens.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Visit North Ward
Popular places to visit
![The Strand Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/229000/229558-Army-Museum-North-Queensland.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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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.
![Queens Gardens showing a park and forests](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/229000/229504-Queens-Gardens.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Army Museum North Queensland which includes interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/229000/229544-Army-Museum-North-Queensland.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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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 which includes general coastal views, landscape views and a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/229000/229380-Castle-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
Things to do
![Allied Rock Wallaby - Geoffrey Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1401414/e02ed482-9eb4-4327-9ff4-9d4ac20514aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
![Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1399124/04fb8752-8add-4afd-9b0f-f6076ee88854.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island
![Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47511506/6e9320f0-8176-4f92-a327-e9d9f195aaf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
Other neighbourhoods around North Ward
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Castle Hill
Travelers like the parks in Castle Hill, and Castle Hill is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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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.
![South Townsville showing heritage elements and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/229000/229520-Maritime-Museum-Of-Townsville.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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West End
Travelers like the historic sites in West End, and Castle Hill is a top attraction you might want to visit.
![One of the views on castle hill steps](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/bc490661a8cdf21a8f88aae2c8f7ab67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.