Palmetum

University Rd, Douglas QLD 4814, Australia

4.6(988 reviews)
Palmetum, Douglas, Queensland

Palmetum is a parks and garden in Douglas, Queensland, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 988 visitor reviews. It is one of the landmarks catalogued in Douglas.

Palmetum at a glance

Rating
4.6 / 5
Reviews
988
Douglas rank
#1 of 1
National rank
#193 of 489

About Palmetum

Palmetum is one of 1 catalogued landmarks in Douglas, Queensland, sitting within the parks and gardens category. It is the city's standout entry in the national catalogue.

Visitors rate Palmetum 4.6 out of 5 across 988 reviews — an exceptional rating that puts it in the top tier of Australian landmarks. Within the parks and gardens category nationally it ranks #62 by review volume. Ratings on this site come from Google Maps visitor data and are refreshed periodically, so the figure above reflects recent visitor experience rather than a one-off snapshot.

On the national stage, Palmetum ranks #193 of 489 Australian landmarks by review volume — the top 39%, a solid mid-table position nationally. Within Queensland it sits at #46 of 94, and within the parks and gardens category it holds #62 of 101 Australia-wide. Its 4.6 rating runs above the parks and gardens average of 4.55, right in line with what visitors expect of this type of attraction.

Palmetum is located at University Rd, Douglas QLD 4814, Australia. The official website, linked above, is the best source for current opening hours and any entry requirements. Use the directions link for navigation, and the nearby and similar landmark lists below to fill out the rest of your time in Douglas. For the wider context, the Douglas city page ranks all 1 local landmarks side by side, and the Parks And Gardens category page compares Palmetum with similar attractions across Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Palmetum worth visiting?
Palmetum is a parks and garden in Douglas, Queensland, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 988 visitor reviews. It is one of the landmarks catalogued in Douglas.
Where is Palmetum?
Palmetum is located at University Rd, Douglas QLD 4814, Australia.
What type of landmark is Palmetum?
Palmetum is categorised as parks and garden. You can explore more parks and gardens across Australia on Landmarks Australia.
How highly is Palmetum rated?
Palmetum holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 988 visitor reviews — placing it among the highest-rated landmarks in Australia.
How popular is Palmetum?
By visitor review volume, Palmetum ranks #193 of 489 landmarks in Australia (top 39%), #46 of 94 in Queensland, and #1 of 1 in Douglas.
How does Palmetum compare to other parks and gardens?
Among 101 parks and gardens catalogued across Australia, Palmetum ranks #62 by review volume, and its 4.6 rating beats the category average of 4.55.
What landmarks are near Palmetum?
The closest landmarks to Palmetum are Castle Hill Lookout (7.3 km away), Walker Street Steps (7.5 km away), Townsville's Street Art Walking Trail (7.6 km away). All six nearest landmarks are listed in the distance table below.
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Closest Landmarks by Distance

  1. Castle Hill Lookout7.3 km
  2. Walker Street Steps7.5 km
  3. Townsville's Street Art Walking Trail7.6 km
  4. The Big Townsville Sign8.1 km
  5. Ross Creek8.3 km
  6. Maritime Museum of Townsville8.5 km

Rankings based on visitor ratings and review counts. Last updated October 2026.