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Apr 19, 2025

　　If you fancy a lazy picnic, head to these formal, ornamental gardens at the base of Castle Hill, 1km northwest of town.

　　Queens Gardens are part of Townsville’s botanic gardens, which are spread across three locations: each has its own character, but all have tropical plants and are abundantly green.

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Museum of Tropical Queensland

　　The award-winning Museum of Tropical Queensland provides a snapshot of this diverse region, from World Heritage–listed rainforest and reefs to the story of the shipwrecked HMS Pandora, the ship sent to capture the Bounty mutineers. The museum's family-friendly exhibitions explore life in the tropics from prehistoric times to the modern...

　　If you fancy a lazy picnic, head to these formal, ornamental gardens at the base of Castle Hill, 1km northwest of town. 　　Queens Gardens are part of Townsville’s botanic gardens, which are spread across three locations: each has its own character, but all have tropical plants and are abundantly green....

Reef HQ Aquarium

　　Reef HQ Aquarium is currently closed to the public for renovations. No reopening date has yet been announced. 　　A staggering 2.5 million litres of water flow through the coral-reef tank here at what they claim is the world's largest living coral-reef aquarium. It's home to 130 coral and 120 fish...

　　This striking 286m-high pink granite monolith dominates Townsville’s skyline and offers stunning views of the city and and across Cleveland Bay to Magnetic Island. Walk up via the rough ‘goat track’ (2km one-way) from Hillside Cres. Otherwise, drive via Gregory St up the narrow, winding 2.6km Castle Hill Rd. A...

Cultural Centre

　　Showcases the history, traditions and customs of the local Wulgurukaba and Bindal peoples with workshops, performances and exhibitions. Call for guided-tour times. ...

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

　　Contemporary art gallery in a stately 1885-built former bank. Exhibitions focus on north Queensland artists. ...

Maritime Museum of Townsville

　　One for the boat buffs, with a gallery dedicated to the wreck of the SS Yongala and exhibits on north Queensland’s naval industries. Tours of decommissioned patrol boat HMAS Townsville are available. ...

Billabong Sanctuary

　　Just 17km south of Townsville, this eco-certified wildlife park offers up-close-and-personal encounters with Australian wildlife – from dingoes to cassowaries – in their natural habitat. You could easily spend all day at the 11-hectare park, with feedings, shows and talks every half-hour or so. Although a memorable photo opportunity, remember...

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