Townsville travel guide

Townsville Tourism | Townsville 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

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jam Restaurant (1 Palmer St) and Bridgewater Restaurant + Botaniq Bar (2/2 Dibbs Street) are great picks.

When to visit Townsville

Townsville in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 386
1 night at 3-star hotel
Townsville in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 386
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

Airlines serving Townsville

Emirates
Excellent (3,550 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,900 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,240 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,336 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,237 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (839 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,319 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (535 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (529 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (494 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (202 reviews)
Airnorth
Good (2 reviews)
Alliance Airlines
Okay (1 reviews)
Rex
Excellent (26 reviews)
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Where to stay in Townsville

From 5-star hotels such as the Belmoral Corporate Suites to great affordable options like the Strand Motel, Townsville offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 363 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 313 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 217 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 33% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Townsville

Most booked hotels in Townsville

The Palmer Collective
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 360+
Rambutan Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 278+
Aquarius on the Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 323+
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 437+
Mercure Townsville
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
AED 331+
Madison Plaza Townsville
4 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
AED 268+

Hiring a car in Townsville

Expect to pay AED 3.93 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 47.16 and AED 62.88. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Townsville, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay AED 3.93 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 47.16 and AED 62.88. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Townsville, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.