North Ward Travel Guide
Townsville
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Jezzine Barracks
You can browse the exhibits at Jezzine Barracks, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to North Ward. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Army Museum North Queensland
Discover the fascinating stories of the Australian Army in North Queensland when you explore the history displays at the Jezzine Barracks at Kissing Point.
Townsville Sports Reserve
You can take time to visit Townsville Sports Reserve during your travels to Townsville. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour
Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter
Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
4H Snorkeling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island
Top hotels in North Ward
Aquarius on the Beach
Amazing view, very neat and tidy. Staff always helpful and polite, every time we stay here.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Shoredrive Motel
Clean room. Close to beach
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Madison Ocean Breeze
Courteous staff and clean well furnished though old rooms
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Beach House Motel
Clean room, comfy beds, close to everything we need.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
QCWA Kissing Point Units
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 5 Jan 2026
Quest Townsville on Eyre
Rooms clean and well maintained. Good experience. Would come back for our overnight stays near the Strand.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Ward
The Strand
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to The Strand. A stop by The Strand Beach or Strand Waterpark might round out your trip.
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.
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.
West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Railway Estate
While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
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.
