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Townsville Palmetum

University Road | Cranbrook, Townsville, Queensland, Australia
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Ranked #11 of 30 attractions in Townsville
4.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Gardens
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Lovely & serene! Many different plants to look at & appreciate. More

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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

My husband and his dad love taking the kids, with or without the bikes for walks here when we were living in Douglas. Always lovely gardens, and we must try the tea rooms one day! More

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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

A wide range of palms over a large area, nicely laid out. Free entry. More

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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2011

Enjoy a delightful stroll around this fabulous park, from rainforest to arid desert is simply Tranquil! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2011

We visit the Palmetum every time we go to Townsville. We found the Rufus owl still in the same tree above the path, however the Tube Nosed bats were not there this year. Great Spot! More

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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 June 2010

I visited this beautiful location with my 10 year old daughter this week (June 2010). We spent a couple of hours walking around the walking tracks. There are several bench seats to sit at in locations that offer a view of rare trees. Adjacent to the Palmetum is the Ross River and we spent some time sitting on the grassed... More

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Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW
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