Scarness Travel Guide
Hervey Bay
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre during your visit to Hervey Bay. Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area.
Things to do
Milbi Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns
Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park
From Hervey Bay: K'gari Getaway Three-day 4WD Coach Tour
Fraser Experience Shared Full Day Guided Tour
Half Day Private Skippered Charter Onboard K'gari Breeze
Overnight Skippered Charter Onboard K'gari Breeze
Top hotels in Scarness
Sunseeker Motel
Good customer service and communication. Great area. Practical rooms with good amenities
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Woolshed Eco Lodge
Clean room, comfortable bed, pleasant staff.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Fraser Coast Top Tourist Park
Room was spotless and very comfortable
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Eden By The Bay
Yes
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
The Bay Apartments
Well maintained
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Tasman Holiday Parks - Hervey Bay
Nice cabin clean but quite small . It was good for the two of us for our 2 night stay
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Scarness
Torquay
Torquay is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Shelly Beach or Duggan Conservation Park.
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.
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.
Urraween
Travellers like the spas in Urraween, and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
