Annandale Travel Guide
Townsville
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.
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.
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.
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
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive
Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People
Top hotels in Annandale
Aquarius on the Beach
Comfortable, nice place.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Madison Plaza Townsville
Staff were very helpful. Hotel under renovation so room was dated.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The Ville Resort - Casino
Great accommodation
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Ardo
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Poor reception. poor check out. Not value for money
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Rydges Southbank Townsville
Wonderful hotel, fair price
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Annandale
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.
Aitkenvale
If you're spending time in Aitkenvale, you might enjoy its shopping and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Townsville Palmetum or Murray Sporting Complex.
Hermit Park
Hermit Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium while you're in town.
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.
Mount Stuart
Mount Stuart might not have many top sights, but Mount Stuart and Cluden Racecourse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Riverway Lagoon and Willows Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
