TownsvilleRugby World Cup 2027 Host City
North Queensland's largest city, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Magnetic Island.
Rugby World Cup Venues in Townsville
North Queensland Stadium
Newest venue for RWC 2027, offering tropical rugby experience in North Queensland.
Top Attractions in Townsville
Magnetic Island
Tropical island with beaches and wildlife
The Strand
Beachfront promenade with parks and pools
Reef HQ Aquarium
Great Barrier Reef aquarium experience
Where to Stay in Townsville
Getting Around Townsville
Sunbus
$2-5 per tripLocal bus service
- ✓ Stadium is walking distance from CBD
Must-Visit Attractions
The Strand
2.2km beachfront promenade with swimming lagoon, parks, and recreational facilities
Magnetic Island
Tropical island paradise with koalas, secluded beaches, and hiking trails
Museum of Tropical Queensland
Maritime archaeology museum featuring shipwrecks and tropical history
Castle Hill
Iconic pink granite monolith offering panoramic city and coastal views
Riverway
Entertainment precinct with lagoons, parklands, and recreational activities
Pallarenda Beach
Local beach perfect for fishing, swimming, and enjoying tropical sunsets
Townsville Botanic Gardens
Tropical gardens showcasing rainforest plants and native wildlife
Reef HQ Great Barrier Reef Aquarium
World's largest living coral reef aquarium and marine research center
Billabong Sanctuary
Wildlife park featuring crocodiles, koalas, and interactive animal experiences
Jezzine Barracks
Heritage-listed military site with memorials, art installations, and harbor views
Great Barrier Reef
World Heritage coral reef system accessible by boat tours and diving expeditions
Paluma Range
Tropical highland region with rainforest walks and cooler mountain climate
Where to Eat in Townsville
Palmer Street
Various
Local dining strip
Official Fan Zones
The Strand Fan Zone
Local Insider Tips
Visit Magnetic Island
Walk along The Strand beachfront
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