How To Plan A Holiday With Kids In Townsville

South Queensland's better-known locale, Townsville, boasts less rain and more sunshine. Touristy crowds too are much less and you've got an eclectic selection of cuisine to complete your perfect holiday. With Australia's Great Barrier Reef at its borders, Townsville is loved for its rustic outback by adventure seekers. With ample attractions right smack in town to keep comfort lovers happy. If you are planning a quick getaway to the town, here is a guide on how to explore Townsville in 48 hours.

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1. Getting To Townsville Is A Breeze

Thanks to the highway, just about all roads lead to Townsville. An additional incentive for planning that quick getaway to the place. Flying-in to the south's capital is merely a matter of hours and planning a quick getaway, after office, to arrive in town on a charming Friday night is a pretty good idea. Besides the best hotel accommodation, Townsville has to offer will be right smack in the middle of town, making it easy to explore top attractions in Townsville over the weekend. So, if you are planning to experience the coastal splendours, diverse culture and the Great Barrier Reef in Townsville, choose places similar to Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites and you've got the best of Townsville's dining, shopping, iconic attractions at your doorstep.

2. Start Your First Day In Townsville With A Trek Up The Hill

Castle Hill is a huge lure for the fitness freaks of Townsville. And if you wake up pretty early to start your fitness routine, you'll be amongst a large crowd of locals making their way up iconic Castle Hill. Falling short by a few metres to be classified as a mountain, the hill is a pretty good way to burn those calories and prepare yourself for that big brekky later on. For those of you in a pretty good shape, 'fitness-wise' try the goat track which promises quite an invigorating challenge. Make it in time to witness the sunrise from the peak of the hill and you'll be mesmerised. Take along the camera, plenty of hydration and of course, sunscreen.

3. Get Set For An Unforgettable Breakfast

If you find the run-up Castle Hill invigorating, you'll be ready for a famous Townsville breakfast. If your Townsville hotel offers breakfast all the local favourites are sure to be on the buffet table. If not, head on out to any one of the lovely cafes in town and treat the foodie in you. On offer is a delightful variety of cuisine, catering to all lifestyles. Whether you are a vegetarian, vegan or serious about your meats, the eateries of Townsville have you covered. Choose from amongst fresh smoothies, juices, crunchy salads and of course those local brekky favourites, enhanced with cacao and coconut yoghurt. Once you've satisfied your hunger pangs, don't head back to the comforts of your Townsville resort! Instead, hire a bicycle and set about exploring the town!

4. Spend Day One Afternoon In Townsville Exploring And Dining

Walk or cycle around the lovely coastal town and feel like a local. And when you work up an appetite yet again, stop for lunch and choose to dine like a local at any one of the casual restaurants in town. Once done, continue exploring by heading towards The Strand which is a stretch of tropical parkland located along the ocean. If you get there on a clear sunny day, cherish the beautiful views across Cleveland Bay and Magnetic Island sitting right in the middle.

You may want to take along your bathers to enjoy the Rock Pool located at the edge of The Strand; after which you can explore the art on display at Jezzine Barracks, and enjoy an afternoon siesta under a shady tree.

5. Enjoy Dinner And Bar Hopping

Celebrate your first night in Townsville with dinner and drinks at City Lane. This is Townsville's iconic dining and bar-hopping precinct, and a popular weekend hangout for the working crowd of Townsville who enjoy the vibrant happy hour sessions and bar hopping atmosphere.

6. Day Two In Townsville Wake Up To Coffee And Shopping

The coffee culture of Townsville is to be savoured. Head out to the nearest coffee bar and savour a premium cup of well-brewed jo. Once done with coffee and breakfast, make your way to Flinders Street and check out Cotters Markets which is located along Denham and Stanley Streets. The markets take place every Sunday from 8.30 am and wrap up by around 1 pm.

7. Stop For Lunch At The Iconic Townsville Brewery

A short distance from your hotel in Townsville, the iconic Townsville Brewery and Malt Restaurant is located within a 100-year-old building. From savouring the freshly brewed drinks to hearty meals and cosy atmosphere, the place is an iconic Townsville experience not to be missed.

Of course, homemade gelato rounds must be part of your afternoon experiences, which you can enjoy as you sit around planning your next visit to Townsville!