Dine alfresco by the ocean, uncover the stories of a military past, explore dramatic landscapes or immerse yourself in a remarkable diving experience on the Great Barrier Reef. With activities to suit everyone's holiday agenda, Townsville North Queensland will create memories to last a lifetime.
You don't have to like football, fast cars, diving or sailing in this town, but if you do, you'll be in your own personal nirvana with a line-up of events usually only seen in bustling capital cities. From Magnetic Island with its 23 bays and beaches, to the beautifully wild Hinchinbrook Island (home of the Thorsborne Trail) and epic Wallaman Falls, you can't help but succumb to the allure of this region – sitting pretty between the reef, rainforest and outback.
Townsville's CBD has undergone a transformation in recent years and is gaining a reputation for its shopping, food and entertainment precincts. Enjoy boutique shopping on Flinders Street, Palmer Street and Gregory Street as well as the regular local markets. Take yourself on a self-guided street art tour around the inner city streets, or check out the top-notch restaurants, bars and cafes on Palmer Street, the new City Lane and other favourite hangouts.
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