Idalia Travel Guide
Townsville
Popular places to visit
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
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.
The Strand Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Castle Hill
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.
Strand Park
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.
Museum of Tropical Queensland
Set out on a discovery tour of the cultural and natural heritage of North Queensland in this interactive waterfront museum with ever-changing exhibits.
Queens Gardens
Walk beneath ancient hoop pines, navigate a maze, see the Australian cockatoos or have a picnic in the lush setting of these tropical gardens.
Things to do
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour
Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
4H Snorkeling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
Top hotels in Idalia
Madison Plaza Townsville
Staff were amazing
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
The Ville Resort - Casino
Really lovely to stay with a beautiful pool.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
The Palmer Collective
Clean and well maintained place
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Seahaven Resort
Location was great and within walking distance to the strand, pool was great but noticed lack of yard maintenance/ tidiness during stay. Same glass left on BBQ during entire stay, same empty alcohol cans in pool area left for days, and walkways covered in garden debris which became slippery when ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Not sure
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Ardo
Loved the room was outstanding would stay there again
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Idalia
Rosslea
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rosslea and you might want to plan a stop by Murray Sporting Complex and Cluden Racecourse while you're in the area.
Hermit Park
Hermit Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium while you're in town.
Mundingburra
Mundingburra is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Anderson Park Botanical Gardens and Bush Garden Landcare Site.
Annandale
If you're spending some time in Annandale, Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum are top sights worth seeing.
Railway Estate
While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
Aitkenvale
If you're spending time in Aitkenvale, you might enjoy its shopping and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Townsville Palmetum or Murray Sporting Complex.
