Visit Top of the North with a Reliable Car Rental in Townsville

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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 a lot 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.

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Best time to visit Townsville

Townsville is the bustling heart of North Queensland representing all there is on offer in this tropical part of the country. With Townsville's warm tropical climate, any time of the year is lovely for a visit. However, due to this tropical climate, there are possibilities of cyclones hitting the Townsville area in the months of December and January, making it a storm chasers dream come true. Should inclement weather strike, do remember to follow orders given by the authorities. Many rental cars are not permitted to drive in such conditions so keep an eye out. You should also inform your hire car company if you should find yourself in such a position.

Driving tips in Townsville

Townsville car hire is the best way to see the city. 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.