North Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North Ward
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.
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.
Jezzine Barracks
You can browse the exhibits at Jezzine Barracks, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to North Ward. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Army Museum North Queensland
Discover the fascinating stories of the Australian Army in North Queensland when you explore the history displays at the Jezzine Barracks at Kissing Point.
Strand Waterpark
Bring the children to Strand Waterpark and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Townsville. Wander the riverfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Activities
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Magnetic Island 30 Minute Jetski Hire for 1-4 people
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
Our pick of the best North Ward Hotel Deals
Aquarius on the Beach
Pleasant short stay. Staff great, room well equipped and clean. Only the coffee was below par!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Shoredrive Motel
Rooms are nice and roomy tidy and great location
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Beach House Motel
Location location location - fabulous unit, spotlessly clean with comfortable bed and great shower. Friendly and helpful reception staff. Will be back!! Carol
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Madison Ocean Breeze
Helpful polite staff
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Waters Edge The Strand
Easy after hours check in process, clean room, great location
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
QCWA Kissing Point Units
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay especially the ocean view. Such an amazing experience and excellent customer service.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Ward
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.
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.
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.
West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Railway Estate
While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
