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.
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.
Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Riverway Lagoon and Willows Shopping Centre, 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 Catholic Diocese of Townsville.
Annandale
If you're spending some time in Annandale, Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum are top sights worth seeing.
Madison Plaza Townsville
Staff were very helpful. Hotel under renovation so room was dated.
Reviewed on 16 Feb, 2026
Aquarius on the Beach
Room is very clean, comfortable. Good sized fridge. Aircon works great. Overall great place to stay. View is sensational. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026
The Ville Resort - Casino
Great accommodation
Reviewed on 5 Feb, 2026
Madison Ocean Breeze
Staff fantastic as always. Cheers
Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
Clean room, great staff, great position
Reviewed on 7 Feb, 2026
Oaks Townsville Hotel
Hard to believe the furniture inside the room is in such a poor status. Not sure where the pride of the hotel !
Reviewed on 20 Feb, 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.
Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville.
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.
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.
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.
Wallaman Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wallaman Falls during your travels in Wallaman. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Things to do
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
Wavedancer Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Sailing Catamaran
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures General Admission
