Title: Visit Castle Hill: Best of Castle Hill, Townsville Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Castle Hill](https://expedia.ca/Castle-Hill-Townsville-Hotels.0-n553248634382330649-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Townsville](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Townsville.d6047631.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Castle Hill Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Castle-Hill.d553248634382330649.Car-Rental-Guide)[Castle Hill Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Castle-Hill.d553248634382330649.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Castle Hill ## Townsville ![Castle Hill featuring a city and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087015/44d41f39-32a6-4953-b517-a4b8f6848216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Castle Hill featuring a city and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087015/44d41f39-32a6-4953-b517-a4b8f6848216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Castle Hill featuring views and general coastal views as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087015/a704345b-fa17-49ba-a65b-1d87b06f05de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Castle Hill featuring a small town or village, island views and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087015/c2374204-ba66-4af7-8fd8-38059b195c2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Castle Hill showing general coastal views, a sunset and views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087015/fd9a4697-95bc-4768-bc42-c55db9a6c73e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Castle Hill Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Townsville travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Townsville.dx6047631) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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) ![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) ![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) ![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) ![Jetski Hire Magnetic Island customers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47087084/1bf6914e-5d3a-4f1d-92ea-df78938d18da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People CA $134 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-30-minute-jet-ski-hire-1-to-4-people.a47087084.activity-details) [See all activities in Townsville](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Townsville.d6047631.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Castle Hill Hotel Deals ![Aquarius on the Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3960000/3952900/3952853/9e23186c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aquarius on the Beach 75 The Strand North Ward QLD Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $123 CA $135 total Mar 23 - Mar 24 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! (1,005 reviews) Very good Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026&selected=3952853&PinnedHotelID=3952853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382330649) ![Madison Plaza Townsville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62678/300663ad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Madison Plaza Townsville 409 Flinders St. Townsville QLD CA $94 CA $103 total Feb 26 - Feb 27 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. 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Its a long walk from the elevator to my room. uggest Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=5095912&PinnedHotelID=5095912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382330649) ![The Palmer Collective](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2440000/2439800/2439703/5282b2ab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Palmer Collective 12 14 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD CA $170 CA $187 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! 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[](https://expedia.ca/Townsville-West-End.dx6342482) ![Aerial shot of Townsville and Castle Hill from the south with the winding Ross River in view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217160/57423384-0206-488d-95ab-104452b5a9ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Belgian Gardens Restaurants and gardens are notable features of Belgian Gardens. You might consider a stop by Pallarenda while you're exploring the neighborhood. [](https://expedia.ca/Townsville-Belgian-Gardens.dx6217160) ![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=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Ward North Ward is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Townsville-North-Ward.dx6217111) ![The Strand featuring general coastal views, a sunset and hiking or walking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217104/2d1657d8-241b-402b-8ce1-b417eab85507.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Strand The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to The Strand. A stop by The Strand Beach or Strand Waterpark might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.ca/Townsville-The-Strand.dx6217104) ![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. 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