Town Common Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Town Common
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 relaxing 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 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.
Activities
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
Our pick of the best Town Common Hotel Deals
Madison Plaza Townsville
Parking non existent, my fault upon not looking into it at booking. Room was average. Fridge not on so hot at arrival. Bathroom had a big open dusty vent. Bed was comfortable. Hopefully they are renovating the rooms as dated and obviously a construction site with the banging in the morning and plaster ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
The Ville Resort - Casino
Great accommodation
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Aquarius on the Beach
Good location
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Ardo
Easy checkin, Great location and facility. Staff were fantastic
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Poor room presentation
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Discovery Parks - Townsville
Room was fantastic, clean and had everything we needed.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Town Common
Garbutt
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Garbutt. You might want to make time for a stop at Pitstop Karting or Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum.
Bushland Beach
Bushland Beach is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in and around the larger Townsville area, you might plan a trip to Shelly Beach.
Mount Louisa
Mount Louisa might not have many top sights, but Willows Shopping Centre and Riverway Lagoon are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Currajong
Restaurants, gardens and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Currajong. Make a stop by Townsville Museum and Historical Society while you're exploring.
