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Townsville QLD is a beautiful city in Queensland with a population of over 160,000 which means that most of the year it is bustling and active. A place known for its history and idyllic beaches, Townsville QLD is also a great place to explore the Great Barrier Reef, a popular stop for cruise ships, and the last stop on a scenic stretch of road from Cairns to Townsville. There is so much to do in Townsville from the white sandy beaches, to the rich hinterland of tropical rainforests and waterfalls. Townsville is close by to the historic mining towns, the outback, islands, and of course the Great Barrier Reef. Also, if that weren't enough, Townsville QLD is also one of Australia's best wreck dive sties. This cosmopolitan city has world class cafes, restaurants and bars all with the secluded beaches surrounding it. You can find so much to do and see on your holiday to Townsville QLD.
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Townsville QLD Attractions
Reef HQ is one of the most popular Townsville QLD attractions. Without even setting foot offshore, this Great Barrier Reef aquarium is one of the largest coral reef aquariums in the world offering you a great look at the species that you can find just outside the door. Magnetic Island is also a great day trip from Townsville. Only 20 minutes separates you from this island that is predominately covered by nature. Home to wildlife, you will surround yourself not only with sandy white beaches but many koala bears and various birdlife.
Back in Townsville QLD, there is The Strand which is situated along Main Beach in Townsville. It is a new development that includes restaurants, cafes, rock pools, a water ark, basketball courts, a military museum, and walkways that will give you an insight to this historic town.
Townsville QLD is filled with things to do from parks, botanical gardens, are galleries, golf courses, a casino, and many water based activities that you will find it incredibly hard to leave.
Townsville QLD Events
Townsville QLD is home to many annual events and festivals such as the Annual Australian Festival of Chamber Music which runs over 10 days each July. Many acclaimed international and Australian musicians come to Townsville QLD and presents much of the entertainment. Townsville QLD also has many regional festivals that celebrate the vast array of international cultures. There is the annual Greek and Italian festival, as well as the Great Tropical Jazz party on Magnetic Island.
Many of the events centre around the Townsville Entertainment Centre which seats 4500 people. It hosts many of the sporting and trade shows that come to Townsville QLD.
Townsville Accommodations
Your choice of Townsville accommodations vary. There are Townsville accommodations for all types of budgets and styles from hotels to resorts and even casino accommodations. There are also motels, motor inns, self contained apartments, and backpacker properties. Almost all of the accommodations are within walking distance or bus distance to major attractions, and shopping centres. You have literally hundreds of options in which to find Townsville accommodations including major resorts that are on secluded nature based retreats, and bed and breakfasts that are in the heart of Townsville QLD.
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Places To Eat in Townsville
There are many options in which to dine in Townsville QLD. Flinders Street is the main street and offers many choices. With a large and diverse range of restaurants, you can find almost any cuisine in the world in Townsville QLD. In South Townsville you have the Palmer Street restaurant strip that is very popular because it has so many cafes and restaurants to choose from.
Besides the many cheap eats they have in town, they also have fine dining with amazing views. The Point, with is right on the waters edge at the Rock Pool, overlooking Magnetic Island, you can find a mix of contemporary food styles along with fresh tropical seafood and steaks. It is one of the best restaurants in Townsville QLD. In the Strand, one of the best lunches to experience comes from The Watermark which is also a waterfront restaurant with knock out views. Modern Australian cuisine here is a hit of the town.
Finally, for a really special night out, you should make the trip to Pier Restaurant and Bar which is situated entirely over the water. With floor to ceiling windows it offers amazing views of the city, harbour, and marina both day and night. Specializing in seafood, this restaurant in Townsville, QLD is extra special.
Entertainment in Townsville QLD
The nightlife in Townsville QLD is centred around Flinders Street. That is where you will find the Hard Blues Bar with live music, the Bank and Consortium, 2 of Townsville's most popular nightclubs, and Bullwinkle's Cabaret and Bar also another popular nightclub. If you are looking for some gaming action you can head to the Sheraton Breakwater Casino, or you can have a laid back night at the Townsville Cinema on Blackwood Street.
For popular bars, you can't get any better than the Brewery which is a sports bar, nightclub and brewery all in one. For another great beer spot in Townsville QLD you should head to Flynns which is an Irish bar situated in the heart of Townsville entertainment strip. They offer live entertainment before you head to the Beer Garden, another popular watering hold just a short walk away.
Getting Around Townsville
There are many ways to get around Townsville QLD, even if you don't hire a car. There are plenty of taxis that congregate outside of the Transit Mall and throughout the city of Townsville. There are car rentals if you choose found on Palmer Street where they not only hire small cars, but bikes and scooters as well. Then you have the local bus service called Sunbus which takes you around Townsville QLD. No matter where in Townsville QLD you are located you can easily find your way around.
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Townsville QLD Weather
The weather in Townsville QLD is very tropical. The wet season lasts from November to May with December, January, and February being the wettest. Make no mistake about it, it rains very hard during this season with monsoon rains, but the weather is warm and balmy making the times when it doesn't rain almost picture perfect. It is rather humid during the summer, but the rain usually makes quick work of that. The dry season is from June through October where the average temperature is a high of 25 to 29 degrees Celsius.
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Townsville Area
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How to Get to Townsville QLD
The Townsville QLD airport is located 5 kilometres away from the city in the city centre at Garbutt. Set midway between Brisbane and Cairns, Townsville is easily accessible by Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Blue, Macair, and Skytrans. There is also a new railway Tilt Train and Sunlander, as well as express bus lines to and from Townsville QLD.
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