Torquay Travel Guide
Hervey Bay
Popular places to visit
Esplanade
Stroll along the scenic shorefront, check out the historic wooden pier or dine out in style on the esplanade of this tranquil coastal suburb.
Urangan Pier
Stroll out to sea, drop a line in with the locals or just admire the views from this iconic and photogenic pier with views of Fraser Island.
Great Sandy Straits Marina
Explore the waterfront of Great Sandy Straits Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Hervey Bay. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming cafes.
Hervey Bay Botanic Garden
A green oasis full of colourful flowers, shady trees and thousands of orchids awaits at these expertly maintained gardens in Hervey Bay.
Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum during your trip to Hervey Bay. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Duggan Conservation Park
Explore the great outdoors at Duggan Conservation Park, a lovely green space in Hervey Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
K’gari Explorer Day Tour (Ex-Hervey Bay)
Milbi Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns
K'gari Three-Day Getaway Tour departing Hervey Bay
K'gari Three-Day Getaway Tour + ILLUMINA light show departing Hervey Bay
Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park
K'gari Four-Day Experience Tour + ILLUMINA light show departing Hervey Bay
Top hotels in Torquay
The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
Very spacious clean room. Friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Discovery Parks - Fraser Street, Hervey Bay
yes very clean, The admin staff were very helpful when I requested to stay on for one more night as our three grand kids all girls loved the experience at Discovery Parks.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay
Fantastic hotel
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Riviera Resort Hervey Bay
Very clean. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Tower Court Motel - adults only haven
"Haven" may be a bit of a stretch. This is a pretty standard motel - clean and well-maintained. Don't expect daily servicing of your room as that is not a part of the program. I was surprised by how small the TV was. It reminded me of my first computer monitor. Most of the units will have covered ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay
Room and Staff were great .
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Torquay
Scarness
Scarness is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum, a top place to visit in the area.
Urangan
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Urangan. A stop by Hervey Bay Botanic Garden or Shelly Beach might round out your trip.
Kawungan
While there might not be top attractions in Kawungan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre and Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum.
Pialba
Pialba is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club and WetSide Water Education Park.
Wondunna
While there might not be top attractions in Wondunna, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre and Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum.
Urraween
Travellers like the spas in Urraween, and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
