Things to do in Magnetic Island

Activities, attractions and tours

Magnetic Island National Park showing general coastal views and rocky coastline
Magnetic Island which includes a bay or harbour, a sunset and general coastal views
Magnetic Island showing jet skiing, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Magnetic Island which includes a beach and general coastal views
Magnetic Island which includes boating and general coastal views

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Tours & day trips

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Glamping Resort on Magnetic Island

Glamping Resort on Magnetic Island

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is €123 per adult
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Water activities

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Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island

Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €215 per adult
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History & culture

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Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive

Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive

Activity duration is 5 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €53 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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30-Minute Magnetic Island Scenic Flight

30-Minute Magnetic Island Scenic Flight

Activity duration is 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €233 per traveller
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What to do in Magnetic Island

Popular places to visit

Magnetic Island National Park featuring rugged coastline, a bay or harbour and general coastal views

Magnetic Island National Park

Take in panoramic views, spot koalas in eucalyptus trees, clamber over granite boulders and stroll along a golden-sand beach in this idyllic nature reserve.

Magnetic Island National Park

Magnetic Island Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Picnic Bay at Magnetic Island Golf Course. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

Magnetic Island Golf Course

Arcadia Village

Find out about the history of West Point with a stop at Arcadia Village. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

Arcadia Village

Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park

You can find out about the history of West Point when you stop by Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park

Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2

Explore the great outdoors at Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2, a lovely green space in Horseshoe Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2

Horseshoe Bay Markets

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Horseshoe Bay Markets during your trip to Arcadia. Visit the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.

Horseshoe Bay Markets

Craft Market

You can find out about the history of West Point with a trip to Craft Market. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Craft Market

Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve, a lovely green space in Nelly Bay. Wander the marina in this relaxing area.

Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve

West Point

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at West Point during your trip to Townsville?

West Point