Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northern Queensland February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Northern Queensland Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Queensland.dx553248635976475408)[Hotels in Northern Queensland](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Queensland-Hotels.d553248635976475408.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Northern Queensland](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Queensland.d553248635976475408.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Northern Queensland Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Northern-Queensland.d553248635976475408.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northern Queensland Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Queensland.d553248635976475408.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Northern Queensland ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northern Queensland Types of activities Where to stay [Northern Queensland travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Queensland.dx553248635976475408) ![Northern Queensland showing farmland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976475408/81b7c87a-b7bf-4ecc-af06-ef4676c51879.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Queensland showing farmland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976475408/81b7c87a-b7bf-4ecc-af06-ef4676c51879.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Queensland featuring landscape views and farmland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976475408/59f14f6e-60f2-4ddc-a48e-eab9afc94955.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Queensland which includes farmland, landscape views and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976475408/99300b8e-ffaf-4bc8-b85c-a44a87168e03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Queensland which includes tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976475408/5b4f0a0b-f4eb-4e9b-bf2f-fb3c7f35d66a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Northern Queensland Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Northern Queensland has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Northern Queensland is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northern Queensland to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Northern Queensland Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northern Queensland. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northern Queensland attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Northern Queensland ### Tours & day trips [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![4H Snorkelling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47398059/6f006f9b-5bc2-4a4e-9082-985bce706517.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4H Snorkelling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island 4h Free cancellation available CA $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/4h-snorkelling-and-fishing-cruise-on-magnetic-island.a47398059.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Townsville City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49471354/c7bd956c-636c-4d0f-87ea-67ee9e09be77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Townsville City Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $73 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/townsville-city-tour.a49471354.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Tour Behind the Scenes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47219218/7eb59c93-6459-438d-bc5f-e87e0ffc7164.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Tour Behind the Scenes 5h Free cancellation available CA $152 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-tour-behind-the-scenes.a47219218.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50208690/4ba58403-0c02-4af8-b2bf-01532916d8fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter 2h Free cancellation available CA $183 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/townsville-boat-cruise-yacht-club-lunch-package-sailing-charter.a50208690.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1401414/e02ed482-9eb4-4327-9ff4-9d4ac20514aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive 5h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-tour-maggie-comprehensive.a1401414.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49690159/2866b151-2cac-4bee-a876-f7c61a63e139.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Private Tour 5h Free cancellation available CA $696 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-private-tour.a49690159.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![90-Minute Hinchinbrook Island Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/393242/64017a1d-b6b9-4463-981f-24f172cac7f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 90-Minute Hinchinbrook Island Flight 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $1,161 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/90-minute-hinchinbrook-island-flight.a393242.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Palm Island Scenic Helicopter Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/393238/84065653-b70e-4975-bbc8-05f8045d3e1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Palm Island Scenic Helicopter Flight 1h Free cancellation available CA $871 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/palm-island-scenic-helicopter-flight.a393238.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Cape Cleveland Jet Ski Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48120270/b2f914f8-40e1-4ba1-90a3-9f280e62ddca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cape Cleveland Jet Ski Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $387 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cape-cleveland-tour.a48120270.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![45 min Magnetic Island & Cape Cleveland Lighthouse](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/393254/908df2e4-3217-4390-8dd1-e941463492b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 45 min Magnetic Island & Cape Cleveland Lighthouse 45m Free cancellation available CA $498 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/45-minute-cape-cleveland-bowling-green-bay-flight.a393254.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![4H Snorkelling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47398059/6f006f9b-5bc2-4a4e-9082-985bce706517.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4H Snorkelling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island 4h Free cancellation available CA $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/4h-snorkelling-and-fishing-cruise-on-magnetic-island.a47398059.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Cape Cleveland Jet Ski Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48120270/b2f914f8-40e1-4ba1-90a3-9f280e62ddca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cape Cleveland Jet Ski Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $387 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cape-cleveland-tour.a48120270.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47913198/e15e94fb-4225-4b63-8741-81a8764a91f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour 2h Free cancellation available CA $406 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tour-of-magnetic-island-2-hours.a47913198.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1399124/04fb8752-8add-4afd-9b0f-f6076ee88854.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island 10h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $400 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/great-barrier-reef-dive-and-snorkel-cruise-from-townsville-or-magnetic-island.a1399124.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island 30 Minute Jetski Hire for 1-4 people](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47087084/1bf6914e-5d3a-4f1d-92ea-df78938d18da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island 30 Minute Jetski Hire for 1-4 people 1h Free cancellation available CA $135 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/30-minute-jetski-hire-with-a-gopro-on-magnetic-island.a47087084.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island 60 Minute Jetski Hire for 1-8 people](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47087073/44aa3d7a-f5f0-4c0a-827a-479bd7c82a5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island 60 Minute Jetski Hire for 1-8 people 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $213 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/60-minute-jetski-hire-with-a-gopro-on-magnetic-island.a47087073.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Five Beach Bay 90-minute Jet Ski Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48964259/bd251f16-f5a4-4424-b4b0-919eca7a336a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Five Beach Bay 90-minute Jet Ski Adventure Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $242 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-five-beach-bay-jet-ski-adventure-tour.a48964259.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Discovery Tour with Snorkelling & Paddle Boarding](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1018474/88fffa8b-a7e6-42a4-940a-181f61e5ab4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Discovery Tour with Snorkelling & Paddle Boarding 5h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $154 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/aquascene-magnetic-island-discovery-tour.a1018474.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/476809/18e7987c-06a6-4fb5-bd1f-8016743da655.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville 16h 9.8/10 13 reviews Free cancellation available CA $43 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ferry-ride-from-townsville-to-magnetic-island.a476809.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50208690/4ba58403-0c02-4af8-b2bf-01532916d8fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter 2h Free cancellation available CA $183 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/townsville-boat-cruise-yacht-club-lunch-package-sailing-charter.a50208690.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47110037/575f85df-98e9-4e44-b5ac-a8eddb2a328d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville 6h Free cancellation available CA $260 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sailing-cruise-ex-townsville.a47110037.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/674158/4878ef6a-83db-4949-a0ce-89807de69cae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $134 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sip-and-sail-sunset-cruise.a674158.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/674162/330b17d0-cc48-40ee-b872-5f4cda425fc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/townsville-sunset-sail-tour.a674162.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![4H Snorkelling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47398059/6f006f9b-5bc2-4a4e-9082-985bce706517.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4H Snorkelling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island 4h Free cancellation available CA $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/4h-snorkelling-and-fishing-cruise-on-magnetic-island.a47398059.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47101866/6a7b2021-43af-42dd-b746-1e5a603a5037.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure 3h 30m Free cancellation available CA $121 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/west-coast-4x4-eco-bus-tour.a47101866.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![Glamping Resort on Magnetic Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49487059/f885b8f0-528f-4829-9f5f-1bd6bd1ca9b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Glamping Resort on Magnetic Island 1h Free cancellation available CA $213 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/camping-resort-on-magnetic-island.a49487059.activity-details?&rid=553248635976475408&location=Northern+Queensland&swp=off) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248635976475408) ## Recommended things to do in Northern Queensland | Number of things to do | 182 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-cairns-museum-single-admission-ticket.a727927.activity-details): CA $15 | | Top 5 things to do | [Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise](/things-to-do/big-cat-green-island-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a184517.activity-details)[Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day](/things-to-do/fitzroy-island-adventures-full-day-or-half-day.a395998.activity-details)[Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkelling Tour](/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkelling-tour.a426730.activity-details)[Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise](/things-to-do/big-cat-green-island-half-day-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a292431.activity-details)[Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise](/things-to-do/quicksilver-great-barrier-reef-agincourt-reef-cruise.a809210.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day](/things-to-do/fitzroy-island-adventures-full-day-or-half-day.a395998.activity-details)[Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets](/things-to-do/kuranda-koala-gardens-and-birdworld-admission-tickets.a734154.activity-details)[Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/kuranda-koala-gardens-general-entry-ticket.a713362.activity-details)[Port Douglas: Shaolin Seafood Lunch Sail, with Fresh Prawns](/things-to-do/port-douglas-shaolin-seafood-lunch-sail-with-fresh-prawns.a47790317.activity-details)[Cairns Aquarium General Admission and Turtle Hospital Tour](/things-to-do/cairns-aquarium-general-admission-and-turtle-hospital-tour.a46972183.activity-details) | | With kids | [Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise](/things-to-do/big-cat-green-island-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a184517.activity-details)[Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day](/things-to-do/fitzroy-island-adventures-full-day-or-half-day.a395998.activity-details)[Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkelling Tour](/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkelling-tour.a426730.activity-details)[Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise](/things-to-do/big-cat-green-island-half-day-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a292431.activity-details)[Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise](/things-to-do/quicksilver-great-barrier-reef-agincourt-reef-cruise.a809210.activity-details) | ## What to do in Northern Queensland --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Northern Queensland ![Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal featuring a ferry as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217205/909ffd5c-d6b4-4793-bad9-a5d763257ad7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal 4.5/5(9 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Magnetic-Island-Ferry-Terminal-Townsville.d6217205.Vacation-Attraction) ![North Queensland Stadium in Railway Estate a suburb of Townsville, Queensland, Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998020096/df9f5ff0-66e4-47fc-8950-074e9ab2b51d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Queensland Country Bank Stadium Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville. [](https://expedia.ca/Queensland-Country-Bank-Stadium-Railway-Estate.d553248635998020096.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Stand overlooking Magnetic Island #sunset #myhome #thisistownsville #queensland ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217111/f8dfcca5-b415-4727-ae9e-649ae8eb1b5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Strand Park 4.5/5(6 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Strand-Park-North-Ward.d553248635044701449.Vacation-Attraction) ![Castle Hill featuring general coastal views, tranquil scenes and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087015/b0bc7c3f-248b-4037-b264-a953fd2b567c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castle Hill 5/5(4 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Castle-Hill-Townsville.d6087015.Vacation-Attraction) ![Billabong Sanctuary which includes a bridge and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217184/6d9e4d89-b48f-4079-95d3-647b5c0be952.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Billabong Sanctuary 4.5/5(2 reviews) Cuddle a koala, hold a snake and hand-feed cassowaries and wallabies at this interactive sanctuary that protects native wildlife on the shores of the billabong. [](https://expedia.ca/Billabong-Sanctuary-Nome.d6217184.Vacation-Attraction) ![One of the best hikes I have ever done! You can get right to the very bottom of the falls](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354524/b83af541-350f-4505-912c-5826801206ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wallaman Falls Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wallaman Falls during your travels in Wallaman. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. 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