North Ward

Townsville

Queens Gardens featuring forests and a park
Queens Gardens which includes forest scenes
Queens Gardens which includes wildflowers
Queens Gardens which includes bird life
St Maarten and St Martin showing a garden

Popular places to visit

North Ward which includes military items and interior views

The Strand Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

The Strand Beach
The Stand overlooking Magnetic Island #sunset #myhome #thisistownsville #queensland

Strand Park

4.5/5(21 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 featuring forests and a park

Queens Gardens

5/5(3 reviews)

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 showing 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 featuring a ferry as well as a small group of people

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(18 reviews)

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 featuring landscape views, general coastal views and tranquil scenes

Castle Hill

5/5(8 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

Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour

Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour

￥10,397
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

￥3,797
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Koala mum and joey

Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive

￥8,589
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
Sharing special places you may not find on your own....

Aquascene Magnetic Island Discovery Tour

￥14,464
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aquascene Magnetic Island Discovery Tour
Magnetic Island Tour Behind the Scenes

Magnetic Island Tour Behind the Scenes

￥10,462
per adult
Magnetic Island Tour Behind the Scenes
Experience breathtaking views across the Coral Sea on our Sunset Tour.

Magnetic Island: West Point Sunset Safari

￥11,371
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magnetic Island: West Point Sunset Safari
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North Ward Hotel Deals

Aquarius on the Beach
Aquarius on the Beach
4 out of 5
75 The Strand, North Ward, QLD
The price is ￥12,496 per night from May 4 to May 5
￥12,496
￥13,916 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
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! (1,002 reviews)
"The adjacency to the promenade and ocean views are wonderful!"

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Aquarius on the Beach
Madison Ocean Breeze
Madison Ocean Breeze
3.5 out of 5
81 Mitchell Street, North Ward, QLD
The price is ￥12,196 per night from May 11 to May 12
￥12,196
￥13,441 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
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! (512 reviews)
"Staff are amazing. Clean self contained units. Value for money. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Madison Ocean Breeze
QCWA Kissing Point Units
QCWA Kissing Point Units
3.5 out of 5
116 The Strand, North Ward, QLD
The price is ￥13,892 per night from May 8 to May 9
￥13,892
￥13,892 total
includes taxes & fees
May 8 - May 9
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
"We had aunit with stunning,unobstructed beach views just across the road. The apartments was clean, and spacious. Will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

QCWA Kissing Point Units
Shoredrive Motel
Shoredrive Motel
3.5 out of 5
117 The Strand, North Ward, QLD
The price is ￥10,023 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
￥10,023
￥11,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
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! (540 reviews)
"Room was clean, convenient and suited our needs"

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025

Shoredrive Motel
Beach House Motel
Beach House Motel
3.5 out of 5
66 The Strand, North Ward, QLD
The price is ￥11,870 per night from May 5 to May 6
￥11,870
￥13,081 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
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! (477 reviews)
"Wonderful"

Reviewed on Apr 12, 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 ￥18,041 per night from May 1 to May 2
￥18,041
￥19,845 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
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! (859 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 Apr 7, 2025

Waters Edge The Strand
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Other neighborhoods around North Ward

Castle Hill which includes a city and general coastal views

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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Belgian Gardens

Restaurants and gardens are notable features of Belgian Gardens. You might consider a stop by Pallarenda while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Belgian Gardens
South Townsville showing heritage elements and interior views

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

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

West End
One of the views on castle hill steps

Railway Estate

If you're spending some time in Railway Estate, Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Queensland Country Bank Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Railway Estate
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Hermit Park

Visitors to Hermit Park appreciate its shopping. A visit to Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Queensland Country Bank Stadium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Hermit Park

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