Title: Visit The Strand: 2026 The Strand, Townsville Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in The Strand](https://expedia.com/The-Strand-Townsville-Hotels.0-n6217104-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Townsville](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Townsville.d6047631.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Townsville](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Townsville.d6047631.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in The Strand](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-The-Strand.d6217104.Car-Rental-Guide)[The Strand Vacations](https://expedia.com/The-Strand.d6217104.Destination-Travel-Guides) # The Strand ## Townsville ![The Strand which includes hiking or walking, a sunset and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217104/2d1657d8-241b-402b-8ce1-b417eab85507.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Strand which includes hiking or walking, a sunset and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217104/2d1657d8-241b-402b-8ce1-b417eab85507.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Strand featuring hiking or walking, a garden and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217104/5ca7bcce-0fdd-4b57-9728-c07b9d9682c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Strand showing general coastal views, a beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217104/06df6ddf-d445-46e4-8155-21a3782cd045.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Strand showing a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217104/98048fed-c313-4770-98a1-0df12a87c9d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit The Strand Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Townsville Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Townsville.dx6047631) #### Go for a swim, enjoy a meal with a view, take a Jet Ski tour or just stroll beneath the palm trees on Townsville’s scenic waterfront. The Strand, situated in the center of Townsville, stretches about 1.5 miles (2.5 kilometers) along the coast. With commanding views of Magnetic Island, parklands, water activities and many dining options, it is popular with tourists and locals alike. Head to Breakwater Marina at the southeastern end of The Strand. Get your heart pumping with a Jet Ski tour or gaze calmly at the yachts bobbing in the marina. From there, slowly make your way up along the long sandy stretch of The Strand with its waving palm trees. Pay the small entry fee to do laps in the open-air swimming pools of the Tobruk Memorial Baths or keep the kids happy with a free visit to The Strand Waterpark for a splash and a slide. Whether you walk or cycle, stop for a picnic in the parklands or pop into a café for a treat. Throw a line in at the Strand Pier if you brought a rod with you. Enjoy the view across the ocean to Magnetic Island and cool off with a dip in the inviting waters. Swimming from these beaches is generally safe and pleasant year-round. Lifeguards are on hand. Stay within the netted areas to avoid the jellyfish in summer. If you’d rather swim in an even more protected setting, try the Rock Pool, a man-made swimming lagoon with salt water. At the northwestern end of The Strand find the Jezzine Barracks, a redeveloped military area with open parkland. The restored Kissing Point Fort now commemorates Aboriginal and military heritage. Wander among the dozens of specially commissioned artworks and stroll along the coastal boardwalks. The Strand is the ideal location for markets and festivals. The monthly night markets are popular and the annual Strand Ephemera Sculpture Festival gets bigger and better every year. Return to The Strand after sunset to enjoy the balmy tropical evenings. Choose from one of the many cafés and restaurants and watch as the moonlight dances across the ocean through the gently swaying palm trees. The Strand is an easy walk from Townsville’s downtown. Parking along the waterfront is free for up to 3 hours. --- ### Popular places to visit ![The Strand showing tropical scenes and a garden as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217104/70a9b4f6-672a-4b39-adcd-81de58865e28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Strand Beach 4.5/5(3 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/The-Strand-Beach-North-Ward.d553248635936293807.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Stand overlooking Magnetic Island #sunset #myhome #thisistownsville #queensland ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217111/f8dfcca5-b415-4727-ae9e-649ae8eb1b5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Strand Park 4.5/5(21 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Strand-Park-North-Ward.d553248635044701449.Vacation-Attraction) ![Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal featuring a ferry as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217205/909ffd5c-d6b4-4793-bad9-a5d763257ad7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Magnetic-Island-Ferry-Terminal-Townsville.d6217205.Vacation-Attraction) ![North Queensland Stadium in Railway Estate a suburb of Townsville, Queensland, Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998020096/df9f5ff0-66e4-47fc-8950-074e9ab2b51d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Queensland Country Bank Stadium Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville. [](https://expedia.com/Queensland-Country-Bank-Stadium-Railway-Estate.d553248635998020096.Vacation-Attraction) ![Castle Hill featuring landscape views, general coastal views and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087015/b0bc7c3f-248b-4037-b264-a953fd2b567c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Castle-Hill-Castle-Hill.d6087015.Vacation-Attraction) ![Queens Gardens featuring forests and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/bdd2acd1-9eb3-4991-88ee-56da0400fb50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Queens-Gardens-North-Ward.d553248621526967683.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/476809/18e7987c-06a6-4fb5-bd1f-8016743da655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville $31 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sealink-magnetic-island-ferry-return-trip-from-townsville.a476809.activity-details) ![Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/674162/330b17d0-cc48-40ee-b872-5f4cda425fc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire $78 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/townsville-sunset-sail-cruise-boat-tour-charter-hire-sailing-hire.a674162.activity-details) ![Great insta moments at sunset](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/674158/4878ef6a-83db-4949-a0ce-89807de69cae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise $97 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sip-and-sail-sunset-cruise.a674158.activity-details) ![Jetski Hire Magnetic Island customers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47087084/1bf6914e-5d3a-4f1d-92ea-df78938d18da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People $97 per traveler [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/magnetic-island-30-minute-jet-ski-hire-1-to-4-people.a47087084.activity-details) ![Townsville City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49471354/c7bd956c-636c-4d0f-87ea-67ee9e09be77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Townsville City Tour $52 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/townsville-city-tour.a49471354.activity-details) ![Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47639949/7a46fe42-b0b6-4ed1-b826-852fe1d0e340.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour $111 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/aquascene-circumnavigation-magnetic-island-tour.a47639949.activity-details) [See all activities in Townsville](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Townsville.d6047631.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## The Strand Hotel Deals ![Aquarius on the Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3960000/3952900/3952853/9e23186c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aquarius on the Beach 75 The Strand North Ward QLD $92 nightly $102 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Clean room, comfy bed, easy instructions for the late check in Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F15%2F2026&endDate=2%2F16%2F2026&selected=3952853&PinnedHotelID=3952853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217104) ![Shoredrive Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626300/9626256/95e54d83_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shoredrive Motel 117 The Strand North Ward QLD $69 nightly $76 total Feb 24 - Feb 25 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach motel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8/10 Very Good! (645 reviews) Clean room. 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(596 reviews) Courteous staff and clean well furnished though old rooms Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F15%2F2026&endDate=2%2F16%2F2026&selected=31819322&PinnedHotelID=31819322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217104) ![Beach House Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7520000/7517700/7517671/e8313455_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beach House Motel 66 The Strand North Ward QLD $91 nightly $101 total Feb 23 - Feb 24 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this 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! (520 reviews) Clean room, comfy beds, close to everything we need. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F23%2F2026&endDate=2%2F24%2F2026&selected=7517671&PinnedHotelID=7517671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217104) ![QCWA Kissing Point Units ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111170000/111164000/111163934/02888802_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### QCWA Kissing Point Units 116 The Strand North Ward QLD $110 nightly $110 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Strand Rockpool and Jezzine Barracks are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews) The room was clean and accommodating. Aircon was on when we arrived which was a nice touch. Check in and reception very friendly and easy. Great location . Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=111163934&PinnedHotelID=111163934&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217104) ![Waters Edge The Strand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17300/17232/6a1b133f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waters Edge The Strand 63 64 The Strand North Ward QLD 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! (907 reviews) Rooms were clean. Staff friendly. Rooms/furniture probably ready for some updating. Pool was lovely. 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[](https://expedia.com/Townsville-North-Ward.dx6217111) ![Castle Hill which includes a city and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087015/44d41f39-32a6-4953-b517-a4b8f6848216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Townsville-Castle-Hill.dx553248634382330649) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West End Travelers like the historic sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.com/Townsville-West-End.dx6342482) ![South Townsville showing heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217153/a9da3cf4-07c0-4f21-bf31-5e5edc0b5946.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Townsville-South-Townsville.dx6217153) ![One of the views on castle hill steps ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634382298262/ea0dcb8b-9b9e-4112-990e-bc8dc55bc4e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Railway Estate If you're spending some time in Railway Estate, Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Townsville-Railway-Estate.dx553248634382298262) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hermit Park Visitors to Hermit Park appreciate its shopping. A visit to Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area. 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