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Townsville North Queensland - Free & Community Activities

Travelling on a budget?  Check out the following links for free and cheap activities and accommodation in Townsville.

• Public transport is both cheap and a relaxed way to see the city of Townsville.  Sunbus runs bus routes
• Townsville cinemas - Reading Cinemas, Greater Union/BCC Cinemas, Warrina Cineplex at Currajong.
• Visit the local art galleries:
  • Perc Tucker Regional Gallery on the corner of Denham Street and Flinders Mall in the city centre.  Free admission.
  • Umbrella Studio contemporary arts at 482 Flinders Street, Townsville
  • Flinders Gallery at 693 Flinders Street, Townsville
  • Pinnacles Gallery at Thuringowa's Riverway
• The Townsville Civic Theatre hosts local and touring performing arts events - dance, music, opera, comedy and drama.  Ticket costs vary.
• Tropic Sun Theatre Company - regional theatre company celebrated its 21st birthday in 2007.
• For avid readers - If you're in Townsville for a while, you might be interested in joining the Townsville Library.  For a deposit fee, non-residents can enjoy borrowing privileges.
• Keep an eye on BCL's North Queensland What's On listings for events around Townsville and North Queensland.

Townsville sightseeing

You don't need to buy a guided tour to see the attractions around Townsville.

• Reef HQ Aquarium Entry (RHQA100 book online with GoDo)
  Townsville, Townsville Region, Queensland
  Reef HQ is the world's largest living coral reef and national education centre for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. It is the only coral reef aquarium on the Queensland coast for visitors to experience the reef from a fish-eye-view. more details and bookings...

• Travel to Magnetic Island by Ferry (return trip) (SUNF102 book online with GoDo)
  Townsville, Townsville Region, Queensland
  As Townsville's only licensed ferry passenger service, we offer you the chance to escape to a tropical island. Spend the day swimming, sun bathing or simply relaxing at one of the many beautiful beaches on Magnetic Island. Choose to stay a full day, half day or overnight. more details and bookings...

Townsville budget accommodation

• Townsville North Queensland Hotel and Motel Accommodation
• Townsville Backpackers