Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Townsville travel guide

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With a population of 196.219, Townsville is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Townsville to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Townsville

Townsville City is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Townsville. These include popular favourites such as A Touch of Salt (86 Ogden Street), Miss Songs (Sir Leslie Thiess Drive) and Splash Bar (Sir Leslie Thiess Drive). If you’re looking for affordable options, The Palm House (Sir Leslie Thiess Drive) and Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar (2/2 Dibbs Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Rockpool Pavilion (54 Howitt Street North Ward) and Shorehouse (118 The Strand) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Townsville.

When to visit Townsville

Townsville in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 331
1 night at 3-star hotel
Townsville in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 331
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Townsville in January, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 13 °C, with an average temperature of 19 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 290 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Townsville, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Townsville

Plane

When flying to Townsville, you’ll arrive at Townsville (TSV), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Townsville, you’ll arrive at Townsville (TSV), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Townsville

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Airlines serving Townsville

United Airlines
Good (8,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,206 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,562 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,202 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,290 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (828 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,151 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (469 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (437 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (188 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (398 reviews)
Airnorth
Excellent (1 reviews)
Rex
Excellent (27 reviews)
Hinterland Aviation
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Where to stay in Townsville

Average rates range from around AED 364 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 297 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Summit Motel and Reef Lodge Backpackers. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Townsville, with prices from AED 213 to AED 1,385 per night. North Ward is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Townsville are about 27% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Townsville

Most booked hotels in Townsville

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The Palmer Collective
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 331+
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The Ville Resort - Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 606+
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Rambutan Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 297+
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Aquarius on the Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 332+
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Mercure Townsville
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
AED 374+
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Madison Plaza Townsville
4 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
AED 302+
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Hiring a car in Townsville

Expect to pay AED 3.90 per litre in Townsville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 46.72 and AED 62.29.

Expect to pay AED 3.90 per litre in Townsville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 46.72 and AED 62.29.

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