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Arcadia
Travel Guide

Get away to relaxing Arcadia! Enjoy the beaches, bars and island views.

Explore the relaxing area of Arcadia—beaches, swimming and sights from Magnetic Island National Park to Alma Bay.

Arcadia Beach Guest House
Arcadia Beach Guest House
3 out of 5
27 Marine Parade, Arcadia, QLD
The price is £41 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr

Offering direct access to the beach, this Arcadia guesthouse is in a national park, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Magnetic Island National Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (131 reviews)

"Clean but dated premises. Good beachside feeling. Friendly management. An enjoyable stay."…"

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2021

Arcadia Beach Guest House
Arcadia Village Motel
Arcadia Village Motel
3 out of 5
7 Marine Parade, Arcadia Bay, Arcadia, QLD
The price is £76 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr

Nestled on the beach, this Arcadia hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park and Alma Bay. Nelly Bay Beach and Nelly Bay Beach are also ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (315 reviews)

"Staff were excellent, couldn't help enough, accommodation was OK"…"

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2021

Arcadia Village Motel
Champagnefour on Magnetic
Champagnefour on Magnetic
Apt. 4, 38 Marine Parade, Arcadia, QLD
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Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park and Alma Bay. Nelly Bay Beach and Nelly Bay Beach ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Great room for family, kids loved the pool.

"Really enjoyed our stay. Only downer was the aircon broke down"…"

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2021

Champagnefour on Magnetic
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Champagnefour on Magnetic
Champagnefour on Magnetic
Apt. 4, 38 Marine Parade, Arcadia, QLD

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park and Alma Bay. Nelly Bay Beach and Nelly Bay Beach ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Great room for family, kids loved the pool.

"Really enjoyed our stay. Only downer was the aircon broke down"…"

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2021

Champagnefour on Magnetic
Capricornia Cottage at Arcadia
Capricornia Cottage at Arcadia
22 Olympus Crescent, Arcadia, QLD
The price is £748 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr

Situated in Arcadia, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park and Alma Bay. Arthur Bay Beach and Nelly Bay Beach are also within ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Dreamy little holiday house

"We had a lovely stay at Capricornia cottage. The house has character and was very comfortable. The listing could be more explanatory about the layout of the bedrooms & checkin process. Given the main bedroom is completely separate from the living area, it may not suit families with small children ..."…"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2019

Capricornia Cottage at Arcadia
Dandaloo Gardens
Dandaloo Gardens
3.5 out of 5
42 Hayles Avenue, Arcadia, QLD
The price is £67 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr

Nestled on the beach, this Arcadia cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park and Alma Bay. Nelly Bay Beach and Nelly Bay Beach are also ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (36 reviews)

"Unexpectedly huge house on the corner - beautiful setting, especially the pool set in among the trees. You could easily host two families here if kids don't mind camping in the living rooms, and the shops within walking distance would supply all you need to cook if you wanted to. Wifi was patchy ..."…"

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2020

Dandaloo Gardens
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Popular places to visit in Arcadia

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Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal

4/5(1 review)

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.

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
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Horseshoe Bay Beach

4/5(1 review)

There are plenty of ways to experience this spacious beach on Magnetic Island, including swimming, fishing, watersports, horseback riding and beachfront picnics.

Horseshoe Bay Beach
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Magnetic Island National Park

5/5(1 review)

Take in panoramic views, spot koalas in eucalyptus trees, clamber over granite boulders and stroll along a golden-sand beach in this idyllic nature reserve.

Magnetic Island National Park
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Billabong Sanctuary

5/5(2 reviews)

Cuddle a koala, hold a snake and hand-feed cassowaries and wallabies at this interactive sanctuary that protects native wildlife on the shores of the billabong.

Billabong Sanctuary
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Castle Hill

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Castle Hill
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Strand Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Strand Park, a lovely green space in The Strand. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.

Strand Park

Top things to do in Arcadia

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SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

£19
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
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45 min Magnetic Island & Cape Cleveland Lighthouse

£275
Per adult
45 min Magnetic Island & Cape Cleveland Lighthouse
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30-Minute Magnetic Island Scenic Flight

£219
Per adult
30-Minute Magnetic Island Scenic Flight
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10-Minute Townsville City Scenic Flight

£109
Per adult
10-Minute Townsville City Scenic Flight
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90-Minute Hinchinbrook Island Flight

£523
Per adult
90-Minute Hinchinbrook Island Flight
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Aquascene Magnetic Island Discovery Tour

£78
Per adult
Aquascene Magnetic Island Discovery Tour
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Cities near Arcadia

Castle Hill showing landscape views, a sunset and a city

Townsville

Nelly Bay showing general coastal views and a beach

Nelly Bay

Magnetic Island which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and jet skiing

Horseshoe Bay