Hervey Bay Travel & Vacation Guide

Soak up the sun and enjoy the "moonscape" appearance of Carlo Sandblow. During the day, it's the ideal place to relax and spend some time with the whole family. For breathtaking sunsets or endless bea... Read More

World Heritage-listed Fraser Island has a traditional name, given to it by the native people — K'gari, which literally means Paradise. The world's biggest sand island is a haven for wildlife. Make sur... Read More

Discover the region’s past through its gold mining era and history. Gympie was once cited as the 'Town that saved Queensland from bankruptcy'. Learn why with over thirty display areas housed in fiftee... Read More

Watch some of the world’s biggest and most fascinating animals. Most trips depart from Hervey Bay and are best enjoyed from July to November, when the whales migrate further north.

These coral reefs and cays are easily accessible from the mainland and they each offer a different island experience. Diving here is simply amazing and there are plenty of bird and turtle sanctuaries ... Read More

Lake McKenzie on Fraser Island is probably the most well-known freshwater lake in Australia. Located 100 metres above the sea level, it is classified as a 'perched lake', which means that all of the c... Read More

Maryborough, established in 1847, is one of Queensland’s oldest and most charming towns, known for its beautiful colonial architecture. Thursdays are market days.

See Australian wildlife in natural settings at the Hervey Bay Nature World on Maryborough Rd, Pialba. You can also admire the sea-life in the living natural reef aquarium at Neptune’s Reef World on Pu... Read More

This fantastic little cocktail bar with floor-to-ceiling windows adds a classy element to Hervey Bay. The bartenders are lovely and knowledgeable, and their cocktails are amazing. Try their cheese and... Read More

The Bay Central Tavern is a laid-back rustic kind of pub with live music on Friday and Saturday nights. They have different themes throughout the year, so check out what is on while you are in town.

Relaxed entertainment venue overlooking the Hervey bay and offering bistro meals, wraps and sandwiches along with 60 taps, cocktails, and a huge assortment of local and imported beers and wines. At th... Read More

Crafty Cargo Taphouse is probably the best place for beer in the area: with 10 rotating taps and roughly 80 different cans to choose from, it offers a chill atmosphere and hearty food — the Echo Burge... Read More

The Bayswater Bar & Grill offers modern Australian cuisine in a stylish setting with ocean views. Featuring multiple bars and a terrace, it provides a relaxing yet lively atmosphere. Enjoy a variety o... Read More

The Dock is an iconic urban industrial-themed bar that offers a cool vibe, complete with funky furniture and quirky features with classy cocktail menu, epic beer list, wicked wine list and tapas style... Read More

This casual wear chain is a shopping opportunity for the whole family and offers the latest trends for him, her and the little ones.

The Koala Market is held on every second, fourth and fifth Sunday at Kruger Court, Urangan in Hervey Bay between 6am and noon, with stalls selling arts and crafts, trash and treasures, and cakes and j... Read More

There are plenty of markets in the Fraser Coast region. The most famous is the Maryborough Heritage Market that takes place every Thursday from 7 am till noon, sending the charming little town back in... Read More

Pialba Place Shopping Centre houses numerous speciality shops. You can easily spend a whole afternoon of shopping and drinking coffee within this cosy mall. Here you will find everything from fashion ... Read More

Urangan Fisheries, 600 metres from the harbour, features local and fresh seafood caught in the crystal-clear waters of the Pacific Ocean. In this wholesale fishery you will find the famous Queensland ... Read More

Nestled in a corner of Melory Place is this wonderful book store with seemingly endless shelves filled to the brim with books from every genre. Wally is knowledgeable and friendly, happy to help you n... Read More

Fraser Coast, with its sub-tropical climate, can be enjoyed all year round. In summer, temperatures reach a maximum average of 30°C, offering extremely hot days with cooling sea breezes. Winter, the d... Read More

Unless you are a New Zealand citizen granted visa exemption on arrival (in most cases), you will need to obtain a visa prior to visiting Australia. Citizens of all European Union countries, as well as... Read More

The nearest airport, Fraser Coast Airport/Hervey Bay Airport, is located 2 kilometres south of Urungan on Booral Rd. They have regular transfers between Brisbane, Sydney and local tourist destinations... Read More

Hervey Bay has a good local bus service that circulates town from the main bus station at the Bay Central shopping centre on Boat Harbour Drive. Buses also go to the surrounding towns. It is worth che... Read More

Uber and Ola are popular ridesharing apps in the Fraser Coast Region. You can also reach Hervey Bay Taxi Service by phone, or call Australia's national taxi booking phone number: 131 008.

Australia operates on a 230/240V supply voltage and 50Hz frequency. The country uses Type I power plugs, which feature two flat pins forming a 'V' shape, along with a grounding pin. This standard is a... Read More

In the Fraser Coast Region, and Australia more broadly, there are several major pharmacy chains where you can pick up over-the-counter medications, prescription drugs, personal care items, and more. T... Read More

Australian Post Office features services such as postal services, parcels and stamps, as well as banking, foreign currency, travel insurance and more.