The Strand Travel Guide
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.
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 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.
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 The Strand
Aquarius on the Beach
Absolutely amazing
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Beach House Motel
Great location, clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Madison Ocean Breeze
Love staying here. Is central to everything and staff are lovely
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Shoredrive Motel
As far as motels go this place was great! Super clean and location was perfect for a one night stay. We also had our dog with us and they were super accommodating. Happy with the price and staff were super friendly. Recommend to all :)
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
QCWA Kissing Point Units
The staff are always great and the rooms clean and tidy. We keep coming back.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Waters Edge The Strand
Great location, friendly staff, spacious room.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Strand
North Ward
North Ward is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while you're in town.
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.
West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Railway Estate
While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
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- The Strand Beach
- Strand Park
- Strand Waterpark
- Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
- James Cook University
- Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
- Mater Hospital Pimlico
- Willows Shopping Centre
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Riverway Lagoon
- Museum of Tropical Queensland
- Magnetic Island Golf Course
- Cluden Racecourse
- Queens Gardens
- Australian Institute of Marine Science
- Radical Bay
- Horseshoe Bay Markets
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