Maritime Museum of Townsville. Photo: Mick Fathers, Volunteer.

Maritime Museum of Townsville

The Maritime Museum of Townsville is a vibrant and innovative museum that benefits Townsville’s community, extending knowledge and awareness of the need to conserve and interpret North Queensland’s maritime heritage, conserve the region’s marine environment, promote the region’s maritime industries and enhance the awareness of being safe on the water.

Useful information

42-68 Palmer Street, Townsville, QLD
Ticketed

Features

Gift shop
Disability access
Toilets
Accessible toilets
Baby changing facilities
Guided tours by request

Opening hours

Monday9am – 1:30pm
Tuesday9am – 1:30pm
Wednesday9am – 1:30pm
Thursday9am – 1:30pm
Friday9am – 1:30pm
Saturday9am – 1:30pm
SundayClosed

More information about Maritime Museum of Townsville

The Maritime Museum of Townsville is a vibrant and innovative museum that benefits Townsville’s community, extending knowledge and awareness of the need to conserve and interpret North Queensland’s maritime heritage, conserve the region’s marine environment, promote the region’s maritime industries and enhance the awareness of being safe on the water.

The Museum attracts visitors from Queensland and other states, as well as from overseas. We cater for young visitors through our special activity programs. We also regard ourselves as being part of the North Queensland tourism industry.

Regular temporary exhibitions every six months and mini temporary exhibitions every three months. Our courtyard and parkland are available as unique venues with views of Ross Creek for weddings, birthday parties and other events.

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