Things to do in Hervey Bay

THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Hervey Bay

Things to Do in Hervey Bay

Top Attractions in Hervey Bay

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  • Jen M
    1 contribution
    Excellent museum, with so many interesting items on display. A great experience for all ages and with a very reasonable entry fee. Very helpful and friendly volunteers.
    Written 19 November 2023
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  • J A
    Sydney, Australia14 contributions
    Stunning nature orientated holiday zone. Laid back and many things to do. Nice food choices and accommodation choices as well.
    Written 18 November 2023
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  • Michael-4551
    Caloundra, Australia5,458 contributions
    Visited a few times during my recent stay in Hervey. I started my drive at Point Vernon and drove down to Urangan, stopping off to enjoy the views and a walk along the pathway. Plenty to do whatever the time of year.
    Written 6 March 2023
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  • Queenslander23
    Hervey Bay, Australia7 contributions
    Awesome place to take the kids and in a beautiful spot.majority Probably more aimed at younger kids but the water slides are great for older ones too.
    Written 8 May 2023
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  • Melissa Foord
    Australia609 contributions
    Amazing to see such a long pier. Beautiful views over the water, watching birds and people walking their dogs etc. Enjoy the nice park area at the entrance to the pier.
    Written 2 August 2023
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  • Beryl H
    Newcastle, Australia16 contributions
    We were pleasantly surprised
    It is only a tiny aquarium but the entry fee is very reasonable
    The staff were very welcoming & gave us lots of information
    Oh yes make sure you book a swim with the turtles 30minutes only $50
    Not swimming with the turtles was our only disappointment
    The restaurant exceeded our expectations with a great menu & a glass of wine served on the verandah by friendly staff
    Remember ti book there as well as it is very popular
    Written 5 November 2023
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  • Gene R J
    Silver Spring, MD9,059 contributions
    We visited this free 64 ac enclosure Sunday morning finding the orchid house unfortunately closed. So we walked to the Chinese Garden seeing a Keelback snake, along the duck pond then around the property's short grass perimeter lane. Here among the thick forest, we saw a Noisy miner, a Laughing Kookaburra pecking at a termite nest, then a score of Black flying foxes at the top of a Eucalyptus tree.
    Most plants/trees in the formal areas were well marked.
    Written 8 October 2023
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  • Melissa Foord
    Australia609 contributions
    Lovely park overlooking the water. Some features along the path from a big ship to memorials to a pretty tiled path. Some historical points by the steps down to the beach.
    Written 25 April 2023
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  • RayParks
    Adelaide, Australia2,860 contributions
    It's a long sandy beach. It was very quiet on early Sunday afternoon. On our way to the airport we sat and enjoyed the peaceful moment.
    Written 26 June 2021
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  • Judy B
    Hervey Bay, Australia54 contributions
    The Gallery is superb and Ashleigh is a wonderful artist. This beautiful shop stocks wonderful clothes and homewares - you are treated to a wonderful experience and this is my go to shop with friends!
    Written 21 July 2022
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  • Trusstytraveller
    Palmview, Australia998 contributions
    Just a wonderful place to sit and watch and relax. The marina is not large but the shops are good, the staff helpful and a convenient pick up spot for tours.
    Written 19 June 2021
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  • Colleen C
    Hervey Bay, Australia51 contributions
    My visit to this fine Gallery was long overdue. The displays were varied and the feature was the car. I enjoyed reading about the history of Origin from the early twentieth century. Thanks to the ladies who were volunteering today. You do a great job.
    Written 21 July 2023
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  • vmay71
    Toowoomba, Australia1 contribution
    Absolutely breathtaking art work. Worth a visit. Great eye, taking you places. I felt like I bought a little piece home with me.
    Written 11 August 2021
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  • Sophie L
    1 contribution
    Good little market to kill some spare time. Not a whole lot of stalls though. Plenty of good plants for reasonable prices.
    Written 8 October 2022
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  • Gary M
    Hervey Bay, Australia237 contributions
    Honey is good value. Very pleasant garden setting. Plenty of knick-knacks to choose from. Really is worth a visit if in the area and help a local business especially after the 2020 shutdowns
    Written 2 January 2021
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