Explore the nature and culture by bike! For the first time in Sweden you can do this on an International cycling trail. It's 370 kilometres long, almost free from cars, with unique seaside locations. The trail connects Helsingborg in the south to Gothenburg in the north, all the way through Halland. Kattegattleden is divided into 8 sections. Each section offers unique tourist destinations, places to stay, bike rentals and service stations. Cycle through fantastic landscapes, eat in small authentic restaurants, swim at rocky or soft sandy beaches, and just enjoy the wind in your face.

Exploring the Cascade Mountains on horseback with Eagle Creek Ranch offers an immersive nature experience. Their seasoned guides lead riders of all skill levels through scenic trails, with options ranging from a gentle 40-minute Valley Ride to a more adventurous 1-hour and 40-minute 5-mile Ride. Children aged six and above are welcome, though double-riding isn't permitted. During winter months, the ranch collaborates with Eagle Creek Sleigh Rides to provide horse-drawn sleigh journeys through snow-covered landscapes, complete with hot cider by a cozy barn fire.

If you're looking for a nice hiking spot not too far from the city, look no further than Monte de San Pedro, a beautiful outdoor location for a hike and/or picnic while taking in the beautiful views over the city and the ocean.

Townsville Street Art Trail takes you through 15 works of art hidden in alleys, laneways and on warehouse walls. Head into the city centre for the biggest concentration of murals. The oldest and most well-known piece of guerrilla street art is the ‘Saint’ on Castle Hill — painted in the 1970s in the early hours of Saint Patrick’s Day by local students. It's naive stick figure aesthetic is pure delight.