Jensen
Townsville
Popular places to visit

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
This easy-to-navigate and very scenic transport hub is the gateway to the beaches, bush walks and wildlife of one of Queensland’s most idyllic islands.

The Strand Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in The Strand? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Castle Hill
Catch the sea breezes on this pink granite landmark in the city’s heart and enjoy 360-degree views of the city’s harbor and across to Magnetic Island.

Strand Park
Strand Park is just one of the places to see in The Strand, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Queens Gardens
Walk beneath ancient hoop pines, navigate a maze, see the Australian cockatoos or have a picnic in the lush setting of these tropical gardens.

Museum of Tropical Queensland
Set out on a discovery tour of the cultural and natural heritage of North Queensland in this interactive waterfront museum with ever-changing exhibits.
Things to do

Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour

SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

Magnetic Island Lunchtime Sailing Cruise

Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Jensen

Bushland Beach
Bushland Beach is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in and around the larger Townsville area, you might plan a trip to Shelly Beach.

Bohle Plains
When in Bohle Plains, you can plan a visit to 1300SMILES Stadium and Willows Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mount Louisa
Mount Louisa might not have many top sights, but Willows Shopping Centre and Riverway Lagoon are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kirwan
If you're spending some time in Kirwan, 1300SMILES Stadium and Aboriginal Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Garbutt
Bars and museums are just a few things travellers like about Garbutt. A stop by Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Riverway Lagoon and Willows Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.