Idalia
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 carefree afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in The Strand? While in this walkable area, you can savor 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
Explore the great outdoors at Strand Park, a lovely green space in The Strand. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its charming cafes.
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
Circumnavigate Magnetic Islands Famous Five (Private Tour)
Top hotels in Idalia
![Madison Plaza Townsville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62678/9e2aa777_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
![The Palmer Collective](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2440000/2439800/2439703/0df188cd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2024
![Aquarius on the Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3960000/3952900/3952853/w1334h888x282y0-d564d188_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2024
![The Ville Resort - Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19200/19136/5c316fa9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2024
![Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5100000/5096000/5095912/fdcb85b3_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024
![The Robert Towns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/184800/184775/400f8462_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Idalia
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Hermit Park
Visitors to Hermit Park appreciate its shopping. A visit to Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Queensland Country Bank Stadium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
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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.
![Palmetum Gardens is one of Townsville’s four Botanical Gardens. It’s a 17 hectare botanic garden displaying one of the largest and most diverse public collections of palms in the world – 300 species of palm, many rare and threatened, and includes most Australian palms.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/eed0b599637c5984247b53e9aee069fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Annandale
While visiting Annandale, you might make a stop by sights like Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum.
![One of the views on castle hill steps](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/bc490661a8cdf21a8f88aae2c8f7ab67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Railway Estate
If you're spending some time in Railway Estate, Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Queensland Country Bank Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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Hyde Park
While Hyde Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line and Castle Hill.
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Aitkenvale
Shopping and restaurants are some things travelers note about Aitkenvale. Check out Townsville Palmetum or Murray Sporting Complex while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.