Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Nelly Bay April 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Nelly Bay Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelly-Bay.dx6351561)[Hotels in Nelly Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelly-Bay-Hotels.d6351561.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Nelly Bay Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Nelly-Bay.d6351561.Car-Hire-Guide)[Nelly Bay Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelly-Bay.d6351561.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Nelly Bay ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Nelly Bay Types of activities [Nelly Bay travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelly-Bay.dx6351561) ![Nelly Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351561/50970d20-bf29-4d98-b89f-d89a6d9aee55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nelly Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351561/330770aa-022c-47e7-ba33-9950f4a96f88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nelly Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351561/eebbcf9d-fd24-40b5-90ce-23c08ec9c94d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nelly Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351561/48de960a-ceb3-4bb9-8449-28a88480f44e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Nelly Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351561/75b726e8-e200-45d7-8292-0bbd4ee0929a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Nelly Bay Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Nelly Bay has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Nelly Bay, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Nelly Bay with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Nelly Bay Nelly Bay is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Nelly Bay, and make it a breeze to explore Nelly Bay and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Nelly Bay to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Nelly Bay, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Nelly Bay. #### Nelly Bay attractions Nelly Bay has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Nelly Bay to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Nelly Bay. Looking for things to do in Nelly Bay can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Nelly Bay or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Nelly Bay attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Nelly Bay ### Tours & day trips [See all 18 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/674158/4878ef6a-83db-4949-a0ce-89807de69cae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise 1h 30m 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sip-and-sail-sunset-cruise.a674158.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47110037/575f85df-98e9-4e44-b5ac-a8eddb2a328d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville 6h Free cancellation available £146 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sailing-cruise-ex-townsville.a47110037.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47101866/6a7b2021-43af-42dd-b746-1e5a603a5037.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure 3h 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/west-coast-4x4-eco-bus-tour.a47101866.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49690159/2866b151-2cac-4bee-a876-f7c61a63e139.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Private Tour 5h Free cancellation available £376 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-private-tour.a49690159.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island: Private Guided Tour including Koalas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52180242/78967455-9b44-4f76-82ff-1acac2a98bef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island: Private Guided Tour including Koalas 5h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £366 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-private-guided-tour-including-koalas.a52180242.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Cape Cleveland Jet Ski Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48120270/b2f914f8-40e1-4ba1-90a3-9f280e62ddca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cape Cleveland Jet Ski Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available £209 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cape-cleveland-tour.a48120270.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50208690/14a3e638-c124-42f8-b51f-503e56a972ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter 2h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/townsville-boat-cruise-yacht-club-lunch-package-sailing-charter.a50208690.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Magnetic Islands Three Bays in Three Ways (Private Tour)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1430186/1c88089b-6818-45ac-a6d4-4f85a6e45b03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Islands Three Bays in Three Ways (Private Tour) 4h 9.6/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £156 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-islands-three-bays-in-three-ways.a1430186.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Snorkel Jet Ski Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51677771/8c5a78d9-12da-4c39-a475-4f71b73ee58a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Snorkel Jet Ski Tour 2h Free cancellation available £198 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-snorkel-jet-ski-tour.a51677771.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![4H Snorkelling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47398059/efeca92d-8351-4a80-9c36-f6eb3e09638b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4H Snorkelling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island 4h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £73 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4h-snorkelling-and-fishing-cruise-on-magnetic-island.a47398059.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Magnetic Island Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49690159/2866b151-2cac-4bee-a876-f7c61a63e139.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Private Tour 5h Free cancellation available £376 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-private-tour.a49690159.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Tour Behind the Scenes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47219218/ce67ca5d-ea98-4fad-b6db-34bd9caf99ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Tour Behind the Scenes 5h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £82 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-tour-behind-the-scenes.a47219218.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1401414/e02ed482-9eb4-4327-9ff4-9d4ac20514aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive 5h 9.8/10 44 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £73 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-tour-maggie-comprehensive.a1401414.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47511506/6e9320f0-8176-4f92-a327-e9d9f195aaf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour 5h 10/10 34 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-behind-the-scenes.a47511506.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47101866/6a7b2021-43af-42dd-b746-1e5a603a5037.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure 3h 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/west-coast-4x4-eco-bus-tour.a47101866.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![4H Snorkelling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47398059/efeca92d-8351-4a80-9c36-f6eb3e09638b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4H Snorkelling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island 4h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £73 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4h-snorkelling-and-fishing-cruise-on-magnetic-island.a47398059.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ![Glamping Resort on Magnetic Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49487059/6a4de3da-ad82-4c81-9243-518d281df4a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Glamping Resort on Magnetic Island 1h Free cancellation available £115 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/camping-resort-on-magnetic-island.a49487059.activity-details?&rid=6351561&location=Nelly+Bay&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Nelly Bay | Number of things to do | 30 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville](/things-to-do/sealink-magnetic-island-ferry-return-trip-from-townsville.a476809.activity-details): £23 | | Top 5 things to do | [SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville](/things-to-do/sealink-magnetic-island-ferry-return-trip-from-townsville.a476809.activity-details)[Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire](/things-to-do/townsville-sunset-sail-tour.a674162.activity-details)[Magnetic Island: Sunset & Shipwreck Cruise](/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sunset-shipwreck-cruise.a49811271.activity-details)[Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise](/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sip-and-sail-sunset-cruise.a674158.activity-details)[Sunset Cruise on Magnetic Island](/things-to-do/sunset-cruise-on-magnetic-island.a49535800.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire](/things-to-do/townsville-sunset-sail-tour.a674162.activity-details)[Magnetic Island: Sunset & Shipwreck Cruise](/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sunset-shipwreck-cruise.a49811271.activity-details)[Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise](/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sip-and-sail-sunset-cruise.a674158.activity-details)[Sunset Cruise on Magnetic Island](/things-to-do/sunset-cruise-on-magnetic-island.a49535800.activity-details)[Townsville City Tour](/things-to-do/townsville-city-tour.a49471354.activity-details) | | With kids | [SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville](/things-to-do/sealink-magnetic-island-ferry-return-trip-from-townsville.a476809.activity-details)[Magnetic Island: Sunset & Shipwreck Cruise](/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sunset-shipwreck-cruise.a49811271.activity-details)[Sunset Cruise on Magnetic Island](/things-to-do/sunset-cruise-on-magnetic-island.a49535800.activity-details)[Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour](/things-to-do/magnetic-island-behind-the-scenes.a47511506.activity-details)[Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive](/things-to-do/magnetic-island-tour-maggie-comprehensive.a1401414.activity-details) | ## What to do in Nelly Bay --- ### Popular places to visit #### Massage on Magnetic You can take time to visit Massage on Magnetic during your travels to Nelly Bay. Visit the charming cafes or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Massage-On-Magnetic-Townsville.d553248621532611192.Attraction) #### Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve, a lovely green space in Nelly Bay. Wander the marina in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelly-Bay-Habitat-Reserve-Townsville.d624510609480552448.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Nelly Bay ![Horseshoe Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919603117/071771ff-2fd5-4998-b997-6a76901b6ab2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Horseshoe Bay ![Picnic Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351564/608f3c9a-5d19-4255-9f8e-320f5334de9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Picnic Bay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Nelly Bay worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Nelly Bay? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Nelly Bay? ### Is three days enough to stay in Nelly Bay? ### What are some activities to do in Nelly Bay with kids? > - [SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sealink-magnetic-island-ferry-return-trip-from-townsville.a476809.activity-details) > - [Magnetic Island: Sunset & Shipwreck Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sunset-shipwreck-cruise.a49811271.activity-details) > - [Sunset Cruise on Magnetic Island](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-cruise-on-magnetic-island.a49535800.activity-details) > - [Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-behind-the-scenes.a47511506.activity-details) > - [Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-tour-maggie-comprehensive.a1401414.activity-details) ### What to do in Nelly Bay for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Nelly Bay? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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