Townsville and Magnetic Island offer the best of all worlds, combining the lure of the tropics with the attractions of a city. Surrounded by a rich hinterland of tropical rainforests and waterfalls, Townsville is also gateway to historic gold mining towns and the outback, islands and the Great Barrier Reef. Discover the spectacular Strand beach front promenade, the world's largest living coral reef aquarium, the native wildlife Billabong Sanctuary, art galleries, museums, parks and restaurants. Townsville features three main restaurant precincts – Flinders Street East, the Strand and Palmer Street, where fresh seafood and North Queensland steaks are a must.

Beautiful Magnetic Island lies just 20 minutes across the bay from Townsville. The contrasting landscape of this World Heritage Listed island makes it truly distinctive.
Discover the rocky headlands, bays and beaches in a Mini Moke, snorkel the fringing reef or explore the endless walking tracks through the national parks.