Located on the north-eastern coast of Queensland, Townsville is considered the ‘Capital’ of North Queensland, with a relaxed tropical lifestyle, surrounded by fantastic locales and buzzing with things to do. Only 1,359 km north of Brisbane, you can take the Bruce Highway or fly from Brisbane that will take only 1 hour 40 minutes.
 

There is much to see and do including the many museums and galleries. Townsville has many colonial-style buildings with imposing 19th century architecture. A walk through the Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, the National Trust Heritage Centre or the Townsville Museum is a walk through the golden annals of history. The city also alludes to it’s strong military tradition with distinctive stone monuments, heritage buildings and memorial gardens. Visit the halls of the Air-force, Military and Maritime Museums.

Townsville and the North Queensland region is rich in arts and culture such as the Australian Festival of Chamber Music (July) through to regular performances of internationally acclaimed Dance North. Among the many festivals to enjoy are the Townsville Show (July), Palmer St Jazz Festival (August), and the Great Tropical Jazz Festival (October).

Other attractions include the Billfish Challenge (September), Black River Stadium Rodeo & Motor Cross Events, North QLD Field Days, Townsville Crocodiles NBL Home games and the North Queensland Cowboys NRL Home games (both throughout the season).

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