Jensen 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 Jensen

The Ville Resort - Casino
Great stay. Rooms were clean and staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Madison Plaza Townsville
no breakfast available, smell of mould in the room through the air con I think. Heard doors slamming all through the night which I know it isn't the hotels fault but ....
Reviewed on 18 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
The bar was really good. Parking is not good nothing available but the street farther away.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Ardo
Loved the room was outstanding would stay there again
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Jensen

Bushland Beach
Bushland Beach is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in and around the larger Townsville area, you might plan a trip to Shelly Beach.

Bohle
Bohle 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 Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum or Pallarenda.

Kirwan
If you're spending some time in Kirwan, 1300SMILES Stadium and Aboriginal Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Garbutt
Bars and museums are just a few things travellers like about Garbutt. A stop by Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Riverway Lagoon and Willows Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Currajong
Restaurants, gardens and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Currajong. Make a stop by Townsville Museum and Historical Society while you're exploring.