With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, Townsville North Queensland combines a vibrant and bustling community, a relaxed NQ lifestyle, rich history and

stunning natural wonders.

• Visit the many Gardens of Townsville – Queens Gardens (A Botanic Heritage Experience), Anderson Botanic Gardens (A Native & Dry Tropics Experience), Palmetum (A Tropical Experience displaying one of the largest and most diverse public collections in the world)

• Soak up the sun along Townsville’s beachfront promenade, The Strand

• Reflect in the history and make some great discoveries at the Museum of Tropical Queensland, Townsville Historical Museum, Army Museum of NQ, Maritime Heritage Museum and RAAF Museum

• Delve into the Arts at Perc Tucker Gallery and amazing Street Art throughout the CBD

• Be entertained at the two premier theatres, the Townsville Civic Theatre and the Riverway Arts Centre. Both venues offer a range of entertainment and special events

• Enjoy a round of golf at one of the 3 amazing courses available

• Wander along the Riverway walking paths, meet locals and enjoy the serenity

• Chase waterfalls amongst the rainforest of Paluma Range National Park

• Visit Magnetic Island and marvel at the 360-degree views and explore WWII fortifications and visit one or many of the 23 sun-soaked beaches around the island

• Tour AIMS (Australian Institute of Marine Science) for a guided walk of the facilities including a tour of the world’s smartest aquarium, The National Sea Simulator

• Discover the working life of the gold rush at the Venus Gold Battery in Charters Towers

• Meet the Texas Longhorns on a Wagon Tour Safari

• Wet a Line and discover the fantastic fishing opportunities

• Sample sweet local produce including ice cream and exotic fruits

• Explore Wallaman Falls, Australia’s tallest single drop waterfall

• Enjoy the many animal encounters at Billabong Sanctuary, Magnetic Island Koala Sanctuary and TYTO Wetlands

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