Title: Visit Stuart: Best of Stuart, Townsville Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca

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# Stuart

## Townsville

## Visit Stuart

Things to do

Hotels

Where to stay

[Townsville travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Townsville.dx6047631)

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### Popular places to visit

![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

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 Strand which includes tropical scenes and a garden as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217104/70a9b4f6-672a-4b39-adcd-81de58865e28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### The Strand Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.ca/The-Strand-Beach-Townsville.d553248635936293807.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

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

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)

![Queens Gardens which includes forest scenes and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/bdd2acd1-9eb3-4991-88ee-56da0400fb50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Queens Gardens

Walk beneath ancient hoop pines, navigate a maze, see the Australian cockatoos or have a picnic in the lush setting of these tropical gardens.

[](https://expedia.ca/Queens-Gardens-North-Ward.d553248621526967683.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/476809/18e7987c-06a6-4fb5-bd1f-8016743da655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

CA $42

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sealink-magnetic-island-ferry-return-trip-from-townsville.a476809.activity-details)

![Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47511506/6e9320f0-8176-4f92-a327-e9d9f195aaf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour

CA $110

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-behind-the-scenes-tour.a47511506.activity-details)

![Townsville City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49471354/c7bd956c-636c-4d0f-87ea-67ee9e09be77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Townsville City Tour

CA $72

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/townsville-city-tour.a49471354.activity-details)

![Great insta moments at sunset](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/674158/4878ef6a-83db-4949-a0ce-89807de69cae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise

CA $133

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sip-and-sail-sunset-cruise.a674158.activity-details)

![West Coast 4WD Eco Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47101866/6a7b2021-43af-42dd-b746-1e5a603a5037.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure

CA $120

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-west-coast-eco-adventure.a47101866.activity-details)

![Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47639949/7a46fe42-b0b6-4ed1-b826-852fe1d0e340.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour

CA $152

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/aquascene-circumnavigation-magnetic-island-tour.a47639949.activity-details)

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## Stuart Hotel Deals

![BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102440000/102434000/102433944/526b8a29_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park

88 Minehane Street Cluden QLD

CA $115

CA $117 total

Feb 23 - Feb 24

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this holiday park in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Stuart Creek Nature Refuge and Cluden Racecourse ...

7.4/10 Good! (13 reviews)

Spotless room, helpful staff, great stay

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=102433944&PinnedHotelID=102433944&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248634382316561)

![The Ville Resort - Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19200/19136/5f992005_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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The Ville Resort - Casino

Sir Leslie Thiess Drive Townsville QLD

CA $197

CA $217 total

Mar 5 - Mar 6

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

Great accommodation

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=19136&PinnedHotelID=19136&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248634382316561)

![Aquarius on the Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3960000/3952900/3952853/9e23186c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Aquarius on the Beach

75 The Strand North Ward QLD

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

CA $127

CA $140 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

Great room, great amenities, great view. Very satisfied. Very friendly staff. Parking is tight, but usually found a spot, if not, can park easily in the street out front. Plenty of food around and supermarket very close. All round great place to stay.

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=3952853&PinnedHotelID=3952853&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248634382316561)

![Ardo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99224400/99224381/e240d86b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Ardo

67 SIR LESLIE THIESS DRIVE Townsville QLD

CA $214

CA $237 total

Mar 5 - Mar 6

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre and Magnetic ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (311 reviews)

Easy checkin, Great location and facility. Staff were fantastic

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=99224381&PinnedHotelID=99224381&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248634382316561)

![Madison Plaza Townsville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62678/300663ad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Madison Plaza Townsville

409 Flinders St. Townsville QLD

CA $94

CA $104 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)

Staff were lovely.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=62678&PinnedHotelID=62678&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248634382316561)

![Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5100000/5096000/5095912/5ad77688_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

8-10 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD

CA $147

CA $163 total

Feb 28 - Mar 1

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)

Room was great. Looked clean. Reception was welcoming and friendly. Loved the sunday late check out option. Its a long walk from the elevator to my room. uggest

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

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### Other neighbourhoods around Stuart

![South Townsville showing heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217153/a9da3cf4-07c0-4f21-bf31-5e5edc0b5946.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Townsville-South-Townsville.dx6217153)

![One of the views on castle hill steps ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634382298262/ea0dcb8b-9b9e-4112-990e-bc8dc55bc4e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Railway Estate

 If you're spending some time in Railway Estate, Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Townsville-Railway-Estate.dx553248634382298262)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Hermit Park

 Visitors to Hermit Park appreciate its shopping. A visit to Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Townsville-Hermit-Park.dx6336760)

![Palmetum Gardens is one of Townsville’s four Botanical Gardens. It’s a 17 hectare botanic garden displaying one of the largest and most diverse public collections of palms in the world – 300 species of palm, many rare and threatened, and includes most Australian palms.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353373/a63a6424-59dd-434c-bee7-dde7113b7f18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Annandale

 While visiting Annandale, you might make a stop by sights like Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum. 

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### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Townsville-Mundingburra.dx6342483)

![Mount Stuart featuring landscape views, a small town or village and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354165/55a64dac-e219-48eb-b06f-7021e4875dcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Mount Stuart

 When in Mount Stuart, you can plan a visit to Mount Stuart and Murray Sporting Complex, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Townsville-Mount-Stuart.dx6354165)

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