Australia's tropical marine science research agency, the Australian Institute of Marine Science is a must see when visiting Townsville. AIMS located at Cape Ferguson, about 50 km from Townsville’s CBD, is an international landmark in tropical marine science and home to the National Sea Simulator (SeaSim). Boasting a...
Keep your fitness routine up during your visit to Townsville. When you stay with us here at Mariners North we offer free passes to Paul Davis HQ Gym, located a short stroll away. Paul Davis HQ of The Headquarters is a fitness centre like no other. Their...
During your stay at Mariners North eat in with our great BBQ facilities. Grab some meat and salad ingredients in town and then take advantage of the free BBQ located within Mariner's lush tropical gardens overlooking the waterfront. The BBQ is perfectly positioned under a gazebo...
Step into the lush green oasis of Queens Gardens set against the dramatic pink granite cliffs of Castle Hill. Established in 1870, Queens Gardens are the oldest botanic gardens in Townsville and are spread across four hectares with plenty of open green spaces. The glorious gardens offering...
Occasionally when you're staying in self-contained apartment accommodation, it's nice to eat in for a change. So if you're after Townsville's freshest produce get along to Cotters Markets in Flinders Street, held every Sunday. As well as fresh produce Cotters Markets feature award winning arts and crafts...
Take a drive out west of Townsville, just off Flinders Highway (Stuart Drive) to Mount Stuart Lookout. The picturesque 9 kilometre winding drive up the rugged mountainside to Rotary Lookout features a nice picnic area with BBQs with panoramic views over Townsville, Cleveland Bay and the Magnetic...
Townsville is the perfect holiday destination for kids with loads to see and do. There are plenty of free activities that will keep the kids entertained for hours and tours and attractions that will have them wanting to come back to Townsville again and again. Here's...
Riverway in Townsville is a space for everyone to relax and enjoy. This riverfront parkland attraction located in the Condon Suburb of Townsville stretches along 11 km of the Ross River. Here you can swim in the lagoons, walk the shaded boardwalk and pathways along the river,...
Kick back and relax during your Townsville holiday around Mariner's beautiful pool area or take a dip to cool off in the pool or spa. The large saltwater swimming pool is set amongst a tropical garden with palms and has plenty of sun lounges to relax...
Castle Hill is the giant pink granite monolith that overshadows the city of Townsville and is located only 4 kilometres away from The Strand. It's the perfect place for visitors to orientate themselves with a bird's eye view of Townsville, Cleveland Bay, Coral Sea and...
