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The Strand

The Strand | North Ward, Townsville, Queensland, Australia
Ranked #1 of 30 attractions in Townsville
4.5 of 5 stars 70 Reviews
Type: Beaches
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Melbourne, Australia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

So relaxing, a beautiful place. Kiosks all along the beach. Very clean Beach and park areas. More

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Townsville, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

A lovely stretch of grass sand and water for the family and couples. Great for exercise early morning and late afternoon, best on a clear day when water is beautiful blue. Swimming nets and small cafes near by make for a great day but would certainly be improved with more dinning options. A must do if visiting Townsville More

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Townsville, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Great to hang out, have a picnic, sunbathe, have an ice cream. It's a must-do if you go to Townsville and you get a great view of Maggie island. They put up stinger nets during stinger season and there's a lagoon on the far end so that you can swim all year round. There is also a skate park and... More

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Leinster WA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Nice to stroll down lots of activities and families enjoying More

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Gold Coast
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

The Strand is lovely to stroll along any time of the day or night. Really enjoyed walking along for awhile and then just sitting down and enjoying the beautiful water views. More

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Cairns, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

It is nice that the Strand exists. It is a place that has safe swimming and activities. It is probably one of the nicer things to see in Townsville, but there is not much to do there other than walk up and down and have a swim. I think it would be improved if there were more performing arts and... More

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Cairns, Queensland, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

The Strand is quite a pretty precinct with it's waterpark and views across to Magnetic Island. BBQ's are available, the olympic pool and the rock pool at the northern end. There are pubs and countless cafe's and restaurants. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

I loved the relaxed chilled out vibe. So many people walking..enjoying everything life has to offer. More

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Townsville, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

So many places to be alone to spend time with family. To BBQ to just sit and eat your own food or eat food from multiple local venues More

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Blackall, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

A bit of everything. Sun, sea and sand. Great spot for families. More

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