What is Townsville best known for?

Sommario:

1. What is Townsville best known for?
2. Is Townsville a good place to live?
3. How safe is Townsville Australia?
4. Why do people live in Townsville?
5. Is Townsville worth visiting?
6. Can you swim at Townsville beaches?
7. Is Cairns or Townsville better to live?
8. How bad is Townsville?
9. Do you need a car in Townsville?
10. How many days do you need in Townsville?
11. Do they have Crocodiles in Townsville?
12. What is the main industry in Townsville?
13. Is it worth going to Townsville?
14. How cold does it get in Townsville Australia?
15. Is it better to live in Townsville or Cairns?
16. Can you swim in Townsville?
17. How do you get around Townsville?
18. Is there Uber in Townsville?

What is Townsville best known for?

With more than 320 days of sunshine each year, World Heritage-listed national parks and lush tropical gardens, Townsville is home to some spectacular natural landscapes and attractions. Townsville is a major gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, the Wet Tropics and the Queensland outback.

Is Townsville a good place to live?

Is Townsville a good place for families? Yes. Townsville has plenty of family-friendly spots to visit, and many of the suburbs are family-orientated and have plenty of primary and secondary school options available.

How safe is Townsville Australia?

Crime rates in Townsville, Australia

Level of crime	65.95	High
Problem people using or dealing drugs	62.00	High
Problem property crimes such as vandalism and theft	65.57	High
Problem violent crimes such as assault and armed robbery	52.47	Moderate
Problem corruption and bribery	33.33	Low

Why do people live in Townsville?

Townsville is a thriving precinct with access to a variety of world class education facilities, leading edge health care, affordable housing, unique retailing, spectacular events and entertainment, dining precincts and a wide range of outdoor recreation options.

Is Townsville worth visiting?

It's often overlooked by international visitors, in favour of its northern counterpart, Cairns. But Townsville is worth a visit as well, thanks to its family-friendly attractions, excellent day trips, and close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef. Here's the top 10 things to do.

Can you swim at Townsville beaches?

A well-developed beach backed by the city of Townsville. Waves are usually low to non-existent and swimming is relatively safe in the pool or stinger enclosure.

Is Cairns or Townsville better to live?

The Cairns area generally has more to do and more to see than the Townsville area, and a wider choice of accommodation. Also easier to get to if flying with many more flights, and generally the airfares are lower to CNS than TSV.

How bad is Townsville?

Townsville is considered to have a "high" level of crime, with an overall rating of 60.80 on the index. The three worst cities - Caracas (Venezuela), Port Moresby (Papua New Guinea) and Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) - are rated at 84.92, 84.06 and 81.92 respectively.

Do you need a car in Townsville?

For the most part no, but it is up to you. Public transport is available to most major destinations in Cairns and Townsville.

How many days do you need in Townsville?

I recommend at least three days and two nights on Magnetic Island, but if you can stay three nights, that's even better. There are so many beautiful beaches, trails and restaurants, plus there is a super relaxed vibe on Maggie, that you might as well take advantage of it.

Do they have Crocodiles in Townsville?

WHEN A HUGE ESTUARINE CROCODILE WAS SIGHTED JUST OFF THE STRAND, TOWNSVILLE'S POPULAR WATERFRONT AREA, OFFICIALS FROM EHP (DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND HERITAGE PROTECTION) WENT INTO ACTION IMMEDIATELY TO LOCATE AND CAPTURE THE DANGEROUS REPTILE.

What is the main industry in Townsville?

Recognised as a hub for the northern Australian resources regions, Townsville has a number of mining, construction and infrastructure projects underway. Townsville is also Australia's largest sugarcane-producing region, and is recognised for its quality beef and tropical horticulture industries.

Is it worth going to Townsville?

Townsville is located in tropical north Queensland. It's often overlooked by international visitors, in favour of its northern counterpart, Cairns. But Townsville is worth a visit as well, thanks to its family-friendly attractions, excellent day trips, and close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef.

How cold does it get in Townsville Australia?

In Townsville, the wet season is hot, oppressive, and mostly cloudy and the dry season is warm, humid, windy, and mostly clear. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 58°F to 88°F and is rarely below 49°F or above 92°F.

Is it better to live in Townsville or Cairns?

The Cairns area generally has more to do and more to see than the Townsville area, and a wider choice of accommodation. Also easier to get to if flying with many more flights, and generally the airfares are lower to CNS than TSV.

Can you swim in Townsville?

A well-developed beach backed by the city of Townsville. Waves are usually low to non-existent and swimming is relatively safe in the pool or stinger enclosure.

How do you get around Townsville?

Getting Around You can get around Townsville by bus via the Sunbus as well as by Taxi. It is also possible to rent a car at the Townsville Airport. If you want to visit the superb Magnetic Island, you have to take the ferry for about 30 minutes.

Is there Uber in Townsville?

The Uber app works right across Townsville and the surrounding areas, stretching to Ingham in the north and Ayr in the south. You can check the full service area here. You are welcome to go online anywhere within the service area, however, there are some areas that are typically busier than others.