Dundowran Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Urangan

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.

Esplanade
Urangan

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.

Urangan Pier
Great Sandy Straits Marina

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.

Great Sandy Straits Marina
Hervey Bay Botanic Garden

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 Botanic Garden
Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum

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.

Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum

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.

Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre

Activities

Hervey Bay Sunset from the Island

Milbi Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns

NZ$96
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Milbi Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns
Overnight Skippered Charter Onboard K'gari Breeze

Overnight Skippered Charter Onboard K'gari Breeze

NZ$5,354
per traveller
Overnight Skippered Charter Onboard K'gari Breeze
Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park

Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park

NZ$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park
3 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island

3 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island

NZ$702
per adult
3 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
Half Day Private Skippered Charter Onboard K'gari Breeze

Half Day Private Skippered Charter Onboard K'gari Breeze

NZ$1,364
per traveller
Half Day Private Skippered Charter Onboard K'gari Breeze
2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island

2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island

NZ$594
per adult
2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
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Our pick of the best Dundowran Hotel Deals

Mantra Hervey Bay

Mantra Hervey Bay

4 out of 5
Buccaneer Drive, Urangan, QLD
The price is NZ$253 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$253
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Position on Marina excellent"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Mantra Hervey Bay
Ramada Hervey Bay

Ramada Hervey Bay

4 out of 5
627 Charlton Esplanade, Urangan, QLD
The price is NZ$378 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$378
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Spacious room with all the amenities you need. Pool area was awesome! Can’t wait to come back in the warmer months."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Ramada Hervey Bay
Ned Kelly's Motel

Ned Kelly's Motel

4 out of 5
148 Gympie Road, Tinana, QLD
The price is NZ$103 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$103
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Maryborough. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (464 reviews)
"Renovated, clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Ned Kelly's Motel
McNevin's Maryborough Motel

McNevin's Maryborough Motel

4 out of 5
188 John Street, Maryborough, QLD
The price is NZ$148 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$148
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Maryborough. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (529 reviews)
"Check in was easy and quick, staff was courteous, the room was very clean and roomy and well laid out for 2. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom a good size. The kitchen facilities were good, although there was no sink, but the bathroom sink was there to be utilized for washing cups. so was ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

McNevin's Maryborough Motel
Kingfisher Bay Resort

Kingfisher Bay Resort

4 out of 5
Kingfisher Bay, K'gari (Fraser Island), QLD
The price is NZ$349 per night from 25 July to 26 July
NZ$349
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in K'gari. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions White Cliffs Beach and Lake McKenzie ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (741 reviews)
"Great experience. Nice and peaceful location. Have a great day on the 4WD day tour."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Kingfisher Bay Resort
The Beach Motel Hervey Bay

The Beach Motel Hervey Bay

3.5 out of 5
475 Charlton Esplanade (Cnr Ann Street), Hervey Bay, Torquay, QLD
The price is NZ$196 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$196
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Housekeeping"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Dundowran

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Dundowran Beach

While Dundowran Beach isn't home to many top sights, Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre and Toogoom Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Dundowran Beach
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Eli Waters

Eli Waters might not have many top sights, but Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Eli Waters
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Craignish

While visiting Craignish, you might make a stop by sights like Toogoom Beach and O'Regan Creek Conservation Park.

Craignish
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Urraween

Travellers like the spas in Urraween, and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Urraween
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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.

Pialba
Urangan

Point Vernon

Travellers like the restaurants in Point Vernon, and Gables Point Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Point Vernon

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