Hermit Park Travel Guide
Townsville
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Popular places to visit

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
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.

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 relaxing 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 top-notch restaurants.

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.
Things to do

Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour

Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive

Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville
Top hotels in Hermit Park

Raintree Motel
Clean room
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Avenues Xchange
Comfortable bed and lounge quiet and understanding and helpful bosses and affordable
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Lovely and Chic 1 bed 1 bath Apartment

Madison Plaza Townsville
Nice to see it's being refurbished, very convenient for the QLD pinball finals at Empire arcade.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

The Ville Resort - Casino
Great accommodation
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Aquarius on the Beach
Amazing view, very neat and tidy. Staff always helpful and polite, every time we stay here.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hermit Park

Railway Estate
While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

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.

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.

West End
Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Castle Hill
Castle Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Townsville area, you might plan a trip to Townsville Sports Reserve or The Strand Beach.

Currajong
Restaurants, gardens and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Currajong. Make a stop by Townsville Museum and Historical Society while you're exploring.



