North Ward

Townsville

Queens Gardens which includes forest scenes and a park
Queens Gardens featuring forests
Queens Gardens featuring wild flowers
Queens Gardens showing bird life
North Ward

Popular places to visit

The Strand Beach

The Strand Beach

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in The Strand? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

The Strand Beach
Strand Park

Strand Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Strand Park is just one of the places to see in The Strand, 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.

Strand Park
Queens Gardens which includes forest scenes and a park

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.

Queens Gardens
Army Museum North Queensland which includes interior views

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.

Army Museum North Queensland
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal showing a ferry as well as a small group of people

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal

4/5(1 review)

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.

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
Castle Hill which includes landscape views, a small town or village and general coastal views

Castle Hill

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Castle Hill

Things to do

Allied Rock Wallaby - Geoffrey Bay

Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive

S$80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour

Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour

S$94
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
Bring your crew and experience absolute joy

Magnetic Island: West Point Sunset Safari

S$105
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magnetic Island: West Point Sunset Safari
4H Snorkeling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island

4H Snorkeling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island

S$106
per adult
4H Snorkeling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island
Townsville City Tour

Townsville City Tour

S$61
per adult
Townsville City Tour
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

S$35
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
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Top hotels in North Ward

Aquarius on the Beach
Aquarius on the Beach
4 out of 5
75 The Strand, North Ward, QLD
The price is S$131 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
S$131
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free parking, a business center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Overall a great little room in a good location. At present they are doing some renovations and this may have affected the lack of internet in our room on the 3rd floor for the whole of our stay. We advised the front desk early in our stay but nothing changed. There was wi-fi available in the ..."

Reviewed on 11 Apr, 2025

Aquarius on the Beach
QCWA Kissing Point Units
QCWA Kissing Point Units
3.5 out of 5
116 The Strand, North Ward, QLD
The price is S$125 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
S$125
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal and Queensland ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
"Loved that it was close to the venue we needed and that the grandchildren could access the beach so quickly."

Reviewed on 10 Apr, 2025

QCWA Kissing Point Units
Shoredrive Motel
Shoredrive Motel
3.5 out of 5
117 The Strand, North Ward, QLD
The price is S$100 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
S$100
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (536 reviews)
"❤️"

Reviewed on 10 Apr, 2025

Shoredrive Motel
Madison Ocean Breeze
Madison Ocean Breeze
3.5 out of 5
81 Mitchell Street, North Ward, QLD
The price is S$139 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
S$139
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (517 reviews)
"The property had a great layout, separate bedroom, very comfy bed, many whitegoods with laundry in large bathroom, spacious lounge room/dining/kitchen The receptionist was amazing"

Reviewed on 28 Mar, 2025

Madison Ocean Breeze
Beach House Motel
Beach House Motel
3.5 out of 5
66 The Strand, North Ward, QLD
The price is S$110 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
S$110
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach motel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (473 reviews)
"Clean and friendly, close to great restaurants, beautiful beach. would recommend A"

Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2025

Beach House Motel
Waters Edge The Strand
Waters Edge The Strand
4 out of 5
63 64 The Strand, North Ward, QLD
The price is S$161 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
S$161
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (857 reviews)
"Property was located in the middle of the strand Lovely location with everything you need in walking distance Air con had a smell but got used to it Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2025

Waters Edge The Strand
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Other neighbourhoods around North Ward

Castle Hill showing general coastal views and a city

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.

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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.

South Townsville
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West End

Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

West End
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Railway Estate

While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

Railway Estate
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Hermit Park

Hermit Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Queensland Country Bank Stadium while you're in town.

Hermit Park
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Oonoonba

Oonoonba might not have many top sights, but Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Oonoonba

North Ward