Why people love visiting relaxing Horseshoe Bay
The island views, wildlife and gardens display a scene truly unique to Horseshoe Bay. This relaxing city has many special qualities. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Sightseeing in and around Horseshoe Bay
Are you hoping to find top things to see and do while you're in the area? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that Horseshoe Bay has to offer. Here are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Magnetic Island Golf Course (3 mi / 4.8 km)
- Strand Waterpark (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
- Townsville Sports Reserve (8.6 mi / 13.8 km)
- Reid Park Street Circuit (9.9 mi / 15.9 km)
- Riverway Lagoon (15.1 mi / 24.4 km)
- Australian Institute of Marine Science (16.3 mi / 26.3 km)
Exploring the natural features in Horseshoe Bay
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Horseshoe Bay is a great place to get out in nature. These are some of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Magnetic Island National Park (0.2 mi / 0.4 km)
- Horseshoe Bay Beach (1.1 mi / 1.7 km)
- The Strand Beach (8.2 mi / 13.2 km)
- Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 (1 mi / 1.7 km)
- Alma Bay (1.6 mi / 2.6 km)
- Alma Bay Beach (1.6 mi / 2.6 km)
Seasonal weather averages in Horseshoe Bay
If you're planning a holiday around the weather, December, January, February and March are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 27°C.
How to get to and around Horseshoe Bay
Fly into Townsville, QLD (TSV), the closest airport, located 9.9 mi (16 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Palm Island, QLD (PMK), which is 31.7 mi (51 km) away.