Townsville is a relaxed tropical city on North Queensland’s coast, combining waterfront life with easy access to islands, national parks and the Great Barrier Reef. From The Strand and Castle Hill to nearby Magnetic Island, it makes an excellent base for exploring the landscapes and marine life of the region.
Best Time to Visit
May–Oct
Recommended Stay
3–4 Days
Getting Around
Car, Bus & Ferry
Known For
Magnetic Island, Reef, Wildlife & Tropical Coast
Popular Day Trips
Magnetic Island, Paluma Range & Great Barrier Reef
Main Airport
Townsville Airport (TSV)
Recommended Deals
GOURMET FOOD & WINE TOUR
Start
Melbourne
10:00 am
Finish
Melbourne
6:50 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Food & Wine
Age
From 18 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $205
GOLDEN HOUR & PENGUIN PARADE
Start
Melbourne
10:00 am
Finish
Melbourne
8:00 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Adventure
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 8 passengers
AUD $180
MORNING WINE ESCAPE
Start
Melbourne
9:45 am
Finish
Melbourne
2:45 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Wine Tasting
Age
From 18 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $145
MURRAY RIVER & WINE
Start
Melbourne
7:30 am
Finish
Melbourne
6:30 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Wine Tasting
Age
From 8 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $190
Local Food & Wine
Start
Melbourne
8:00 am
Finish
Melbourne
6:00 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Food & Wine
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 8 passengers
AUD $145
Top Short Break Getaway
Start
Melbourne
7:35 am
Finish
Melbourne
5:35 pm
Duration
3 days
Style
Coastal
Age
From 6 years
Bus
Up to 24 passengers
AUD $695
PREMIUM CELLAR DOOR TOUR
Start
Melbourne
12:45 pm
Finish
Melbourne
5:45 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Wine Tasting
Age
From 18 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $135
Australia Top Rated Travel Destination
Start
Melbourne
7:35 am
Finish
Melbourne
8:30 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Nature & Wildlife
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 24 passengers
$165
AUD $135
PENGUIN PARADE EXPRESS
Start
Melbourne
3:00 pm
Finish
Melbourne
7:00 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Food & Wine
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $115
Top Overnight Escape
Start
Melbourne
7:35 am
Finish
Melbourne
7:30 pm
Duration
2 days
Style
Family
Age
From 6 years
Bus
Up to 24 passengers
AUD $475
MELBOURNE TO ADELAIDE
Start
Melbourne
8:30 am
Finish
Adelaide
5:00 pm
Duration
4 days
Style
Adventure
Age
From 16 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $2195
Top Rated Wildlife Experience
Start
Melbourne
7:35 am
Finish
Melbourne
8:30 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Family
Age
From 6 years
Bus
Up to 24 passengers
$165
AUD $120
SOUTHERN COAST DISCOVERY
Start
Melbourne
10:00 am
Finish
Melbourne
6:00 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Adventure
Age
From 8 years
Bus
Up to 16 passengers
AUD $95
Top Rated Wildlife Experience
Start
Melbourne
11:45 am
Finish
Melbourne
10:00 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Group
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 40 passengers
AUD $138
Instagram-worthy destination
Start
Melbourne
11:30 am
Finish
Melbourne
11:00 pm
Duration
1 day
Style
Adventure
Age
No age restriction
Bus
Up to 30 passengers
AUD $118
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