Garbutt Travel Guide
Townsville
Popular places to visit
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Townsville with a trip to Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
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.
Castle Hill
Castle Hill is just one of the places to see in Townsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the riverfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
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
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Tropical Queensland in Townsville. Wander the riverfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Queens Gardens
After visiting Queens Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Townsville. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Garbutt
Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel
Very convenient and safe. Bar and restaurant are excellent.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Madison Plaza Townsville
Very friendly staff, I was able to book a room last minute check in early. Ver comfortable and clean room for the price. Very convenient location close to woollies and restaurants. Will visit again
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
The Ville Resort - Casino
Staff super helpful. Splash bar/pool was great.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Aquarius on the Beach
All the above.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Yes
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
The Palmer Collective
We stayed 3 times at The Palmer. The attached Restaurant was quick, efficient and had some healthy and some decadent options. The rooms and ammenities are basic but comfortable. The free laundry facilities were nice but got a bit crowded for mid trip washing.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Garbutt
West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Belgian Gardens
Restaurants and gardens are notable features of Belgian Gardens. You might consider stopping by Pallarenda while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Aitkenvale
If you're spending time in Aitkenvale, you might enjoy its shopping and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Townsville Palmetum or Murray Sporting Complex.
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.
Garbutt Travel Guide
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- Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum
- Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
- James Cook University
- Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- The Strand Beach
- Willows Shopping Centre
- Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
- Strand Park
- Mater Hospital Pimlico
- Riverway Lagoon
- Strand Waterpark
- Magnetic Island Golf Course
- Museum of Tropical Queensland
- Cluden Racecourse
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Queens Gardens
- Australian Institute of Marine Science
- Radical Bay
- Mount Stuart
- Horseshoe Bay Markets
