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 relaxing 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 top-notch restaurants.
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
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
Top hotels in North Ward
Aquarius on the Beach
Could do with a freshen up
Reviewed on 6 Jan, 2026
Shoredrive Motel
Happy with this Motel & it's position..
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Madison Ocean Breeze
Staff Clean Comfy bed good view
Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026
Beach House Motel
Good
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
QCWA Kissing Point Units
The room was clean and accommodating. Aircon was on when we arrived which was a nice touch. Check in and reception very friendly and easy. Great location .
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026
Quest Townsville on Eyre
Rooms clean and well maintained. Good experience. Would come back for our overnight stays near the Strand.
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 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.
Belgian Gardens
Restaurants and gardens are notable features of Belgian Gardens. You might consider stopping by Pallarenda while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
