Top of the North - Hire a Car to see Townsville

Experience Townsville in a rental car...

Located on the north-eastern coastline of Australia, Townsville is a city in Queensland. Why would you need a hire car in Townsville? There is alot to do and see and a rental is the best way to enjoy it. Take a trip north to Cairns or south to Mackay. Either way a hire car gives you the option to do whatever you feel like doing.

Townsville is the bustling heart of North Queensland representing all there is on offer in this tropical part of the country.

The Great Barrier Reef skirts past the town and Magnetic Island sits large off the coast of the city. This island is easily reached by ferry and "Fantasea" takes you over in style. Marvel at the sea life and coral that claims this little part of the world as home.

Sitting high above the city is Castle Hill which not only is a great place to hike and exercise but famous for its stark rock cliff that has a rather large stick figure painted on it. This symbol is nick named " the Saint". Park the rental car for the day and enjoy the great outdoors.

Townsville also has a brilliant Food Culture and its restaurants are stunning. Talented Chefs seem to inhabit this area and the test is in the food. 'Touch of Salt', 'The Watermark' and 'Michels' are personal favorites.

Hiring a car in Townsville is easy and we are here to help you every step of the way. Give us a call or send us an email if you are having issues with your Townsville booking.

If you are going to Townsville, then here are our weather tips.

With tropical weather most of the year, you can pretty much choose anytime to visit Townsville. During the months of December and January, there is a likely hood that a cyclone may decide to have Townsville in its sights.

If you find yourself in that situation, make sure to listen to the local authorities. It is also important to remember that rental cars are not permitted to travel through flood water and you should contact the supplier to ensure they are aware that the rental car may be amongst some severe weather.