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Things To Do In Townsville

Our pick of the best things to do in Townsville—music festivals, road trips, local markets and one-off events.

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Queensland Scores Socceroos Vs Brazil Matches In Brisbane And Townsville This Year

Watch the Socceroos go up against the most successful national team in World Cup history IRL.

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The Best Markets In Townsville To Visit This Weekend For Food, Fashion And Local Finds

Grab your market bags: food, crafts and local treasures await.

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The Best Hikes In Townsville For Waterfalls, Lookouts And Coastal Views

From coastal climbs with sweeping Coral Sea views to rainforest tracks and waterfall detours, North Queensland’s unofficial adventure capital has no shortage of ways to get your heart pumping.

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City Guides

23 Things to Do On Your Next Tropical Getaway To Townsville (2026 Edition)

Snorkeling at an underwater museum, weekend markets, sunset cocktails over the Coral Sea—Townsville truly has it all.

Wellness

Sweat It Out At Townsville’s Best Gyms And Wellness Hubs In 2026

Sweat, sculpt, or float your stress away with 24/7 gyms, hot Pilates studios and infrared saunas that give your body the TLC it deserves.

Features

Townsville’s Long-Awaited Flinders Street Wharves Precinct Is Finally Open

Townsville cranks up the good times with its stunning new $30 million dining and entertainment hub.

Local Escapes

8 Ways To Travel The World Without Leaving Townsville

If your heart is saying Euro summer but your bank balance is firmly saying “stay at home”, consider this your sign to look closer to home

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Hikes, Koalas And Hidden Bays: 8 Things To Do On Magnetic Island In Queensland

Queensland is spoilt for choice when it comes to tropical islands. Only 8km from Townsville, Magnetic Island is arguably one of the best.

Features

Urban List 100: Spotlighting The Local Legends Shaping Aussie Culture In 2026

From hospo leaders and musical innovators to destination makers and community builders, this is our new cultural index recognising the Aussies shaping what’s next.

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Beyond The Beach: 8 North Queensland Adventures You Won’t Want To Miss

Townsville is your launchpad for every kind of thrill, from reef and rainforest day trips to red dirt adventures.

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Dive In: The Best Great Barrier Reef Trips To Book From Townsville

Whether you’re a seasoned diver or a first-time snorkeler, Townsville is your gateway to some of the best Great Barrier Reef trips in the Sunshine State.