Idalia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville.
The Strand Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 charming cafes.
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.
Activities
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour
Our pick of the best Idalia Hotel Deals
Aquarius on the Beach
Beach view from 12th floor was fantastic!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Madison Plaza Townsville
This great hotel adjoins the City Arcade, with Woolworths, a chemist, hairdresser, bottleshop and other shops. Very close to everything in the city centre. The temperaturewas kept perfect by the airconditioner. Lovely rooms. Friendly staff. Very clean. Comfortable beds. Slept the best in ages.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Ardo
Fantastic hotel. Great location next to the Casino. Good dining options, rooms are extremely well appointed for business and pleasure. As someone who travels frequently for work, this is the best Property option in Townsville - only one of its calibre.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Ville Resort - Casino
Ok rooms Are Tired for The money
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
I have to say that i felt so unwelcoming here this time. Like i was a hassle to deal with.. Maybe as i was not dressed in finery. And had been rather flustered trying to find a place to park my motorhome so i could check in. They seemed to really struggle with the bare niceties. Like i was not up ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Allure Hotel & Apartments
Excellent location in a modern, clean and bright property.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Idalia
Rosslea
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rosslea and you might want to plan a stop by Murray Sporting Complex and Cluden Racecourse while you're in the area.
Oonoonba
Oonoonba might not have many top sights, but Murray Sporting Complex and Reid Park Street Circuit are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Annandale
If you're spending some time in Annandale, Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum are top sights worth seeing.
Railway Estate
While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
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.
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- Castle Hill
- Queensland Country Bank Stadium
- Anderson Park Botanical Gardens
- Townsville Sports Reserve
- Cluden Racecourse
- Queens Gardens
- Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
- Townsville Holidays
- Army Museum North Queensland
- Visit Giru
- Visit Magnetic Island
- Visit Townsville
- Visit Annandale
- Visit The Forts Walking Track
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- Visit The Strand
- Visit Rasmussen
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- Visit Horseshoe Bay
- Visit Shelly Beach
- Visit Nelly Bay
- Visit Mount Stuart
- Visit Clemant
- Visit Garbutt
- Visit Bohle Plains
- Visit Alligator Creek
- Visit Florence Bay
