Townsville

Surrounded by a rich hinterland of tropical rainforests and waterfalls, Townsville is the gateway to heritage gold-mining towns, the stunning outback, scenic islands and, of course, the Great Barrier Reef. The region extends north to captivating Mission Beach, south to the rustic Burdekin, west to historic Charters Towers and to the east – the expanse of the Great Barrier Reef and it’s many islands.

Just a short ferry ride to Magnetic Island lsland and you are in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Here more than 2000 koalas roam wild and an abundance of unique bird life inhabit the island. With 23 bays and beaches, you are free to explore the splendour and beauty of the island.

In the city itself you will discover a flourishing cosmopolitan city boasting an array of cafes, bars, restaurants, nightclubs, a world class casino and shopping experiences like no other. Come and enjoy Townsville’s friendly and unique, relaxed tropical ambience. Here are some suggestions of things you can do whilst in Townsville:

UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES
• Partake in a scenic flight with Nautilus Aviation and capture a birds eye view of the entire region.
•Take a stroll down The Strand and enjoy the magnificent views across Cleveland Bay to Magnetic Island
• Get up close and personal with Australian wildlife at Billabong Sanctuary, North Queensland’s interactive wildlife sanctuary
• Take an underwater adventure and snorkel or dive the Great Barrier Reef
• Learn the history of one of Queensland’s great shipwrecks the Pandora, at the Museum of Tropical Queensland
• Experience the Great Barrier Reef without getting wet at Reef HQ, the largest living coral reef aquarium in the world
• Learn about local Indigenous history at the Cultural Centre
• Nestled high above Townsville, Castle Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views over the city
• Check out Riverway esplanade, a popular swimming area for locals
• For high rollers, check out all the fun and excitement at Jupiters Casino
• Explore the city, hear the stories and experience the surrounding region on a city tour

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