Aitkenvale Travel Guide
Townsville
Popular places to visit
Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville.
The Strand Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this walkable area, you can savour 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
Strand Park is just one of the places to see in Townsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
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.
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.
Things to do
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
4H Snorkeling and Fishing Cruise on Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
Top hotels in Aitkenvale
Vale Hotel
The lady in the office was awesome and so helpful. The cleaning staff brilliant. Loves the lick up garage. Brilliant pub next door with a good menu. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Aquarius on the Beach
The hotel was in a great spot on the strand. Handy to restaurants and pubs. Great views of the beach and Maggie island. The staff were friendly. The rooms need some maintenance paint new bathroom and furniture. Price was good.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Great location, clean and comfortable room
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Ardo
The rooms are excellent . Great service and views from the rooftop bar. Would recommend Ardo for anyone wanting a relaxing stay
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Rambutan Resort
We were in Townsville for 3 nights to attend a rugby league game at Queensland Country Bank Stadium. We had flown to Townsville and so intended to walk or catch local buses for any sightseeing. This proved a great choice as we could walk to Sealink Ferry terminal to catch the ferry to Magnetic Island ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Clean and spacious rooms; good location
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aitkenvale
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.
Annandale
If you're spending some time in Annandale, Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum are top sights worth seeing.
Pimlico
Pimlico might not have many top sights, but Reid Park Street Circuit and Murray Sporting Complex are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Rosslea
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rosslea and you might want to plan a stop by Murray Sporting Complex and Cluden Racecourse while you're in the area.
Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Riverway Lagoon and Willows Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hyde Park
Hyde Park might not have many top sights, but Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
