Rowes Bay

Experience beautiful moments at these local attractions

Snorkel in the warm blue waters, learn to dive or just cruise … to a tropical island or sheltered bay. Visit a wildlife sanctuary or underwater gallery, or ride in a horse-drawn wagon. How much can you fit into one holiday?

Dive the Great Barrier Reef

Top of the bucket list for many Aussies … all you have to do now is pick your tour: snorkelling, diving, eco tour, adrenalin dive or overnight cruise. Check out the brochures at reception and book your tour.

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Natural Wonder of the World

A trip to the tropics isn’t complete without exploring below the surface.

Must-dos

Hop on the ferry to Magnetic Island, a rare ‘dry tropical’ island with rocky terrain and wonderful wildlife. Hire a jet ski or try your hand at big game fishing.

The Museum of Underwater Art

The Museum of Underwater Art

Discover the treasures of the deep with amazing underwater sculptures by the legendary Jason deCaires Taylor. ‘Ocean Siren’ is accessible from The Strand or suit up and take a guided tour of ‘Coral Greenhouse’ at sea.
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Reef HQ

Reef HQ

The world’s largest living coral reef aquarium is your window to the Great Barrier Reef with an intimate view into the fishes, sharks, corals and plants that call the reef home.
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Townsville Markets

Townsville Markets

Enjoy entertainment, food, fashion, and handmade crafts at the Strand Night Market. Or head to the Cotters Beach market for arts and crafts.

Must-Dos

Nature lovers are in for a treat with wildlife sanctuaries, botanical parks and tropical gardens. And don’t miss the stunning views from Castle Hill.

Billabong Sanctuary

Billabong Sanctuary

Meet cassowaries, koalas, wombats, crocodiles, snakes, parrots, birds of prey and dingoes in a tropical bushland setting, on the shores of a billabong.
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Castle Hill

Castle Hill

Overlooking Townsville, Castle Hill is the city’s most prominent landmark. Enjoy the views of Townsville stretching out to Magnetic Island.

The Palmetum

The Palmetum

Wander a beautiful 17-hectare garden featuring 300 species of palms from all over the world with water features and tropical birds.