Self-guided walking tours in Townsville
There are 6 self-guided walking tours in Townsville on FreeGuides Tours. A typical route covers 1.1 km on foot. Each costs a one-off A$3 to unlock. Every tour runs in your phone’s browser with a live map and local stories at each stop, so you can start whenever you like.
Townsville walking tours at a glance
- Tours
- 6
- Shortest
- About 3 hFood Tour of North Ward
- Typical length
- About 3 h
- Typical route
- 1.1 km
- Last updated
- 3 August 2026
| Theme | Tours | Length | Free | With audio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food and drink tours | 2 | |||
| History tours | 2 |
Where tours start
- Holiday inn Townsville 3 tours
- Quest Townsville on Eyre 3 tours
What’s on in Townsville
Things to do, places to go and walks around Townsville, from What’s On by FreeGuides.
How to tour Townsville with FreeGuides
- 1
Pick a tour
Browse tours by city, theme and length. Every tour is written by a local guide, tourism board or hotel that knows the area.
- 2
Unlock on your phone
One small payment, or free for tours funded by a council or tourism board. Apple Pay and Google Pay work. No app, no account.
- 3
Explore at your own pace
A live map guides you from stop to stop, with stories and photos at each one (and audio narration on many tours). Start when you like, pause for coffee, finish tomorrow.
Townsville walking tours: questions
Are there self-guided walking tours in Townsville?
Yes. FreeGuides Tours has 6 self-guided tours in Townsville. Each one runs on your phone with a live map and local stories at every stop.
How much does a self-guided tour in Townsville cost?
Each tour in Townsville costs a one-off A$3 to unlock. No subscription, no account.
Where do the tours in Townsville start?
Every tour has its own start point, shown on its page with a map link. Popular starting points include Holiday inn Townsville and Quest Townsville on Eyre.
Do I need an app for a tour in Townsville?
No. The tour opens in your phone’s browser. Pay with Apple Pay, Google Pay or a card and start straight away.
Tours in Townsville last updated 3 August 2026.