Rosslea
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 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.
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
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
Top hotels in Rosslea
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
The roo was good ans staff is nice .. close to everything. The place always stay in townsville.
Reviewed on 22 Dec, 2025
Spanish Lace Motor Inn
Cascade Motel In Townsville
Clean room, helpful staff & peaceful atmosphere
Reviewed on 29 Dec, 2025
Monte Carlo Motor Inn
Clean and tidy, comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 11 Jan, 2026
Billabong Lodge Motel
Clean. Easy parking. Quiet
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
Madison Plaza Townsville
Very clean staff was kind
Reviewed on 7 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rosslea
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.
Hermit Park
Hermit Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium while you're in town.
Annandale
If you're spending some time in Annandale, Townsville Palmetum and Murray Sporting Complex are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Murray
Though Murray may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cluden Racecourse and Mount Stuart.
