Dundowran Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 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 Botanic Garden
A green oasis full of colourful flowers, shady trees and thousands of orchids awaits at these expertly maintained gardens in Hervey Bay.
Reefworld Aquarium
Take the children to visit the sea creatures at Reefworld Aquarium during your trip to Hervey Bay. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Activities
K'gari Three-Day Getaway Tour departing Hervey Bay
K'gari Three-Day Getaway Tour + ILLUMINA light show departing Hervey Bay
K'gari Four-Day Experience Tour + ILLUMINA light show departing Hervey Bay
K'gari Four-Day Experience Tour departing Hervey Bay
2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
K'gari Five-Day Ultimate Tour + ILLUMINA Light Show departing Hervey Bay.
Our pick of the best Dundowran Hotel Deals
Mantra Hervey Bay
A great location with a good view. Easy options for dinning. Very relaxing. Lovely friendly staff. I will be back.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Nightcap at Kondari Resort
Clean room amenities and the nice staff
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Kingfisher Bay Resort
Clean and comfortable rooms, great amenities.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Oaks Hervey Bay Resort and Spa
Great location. Good walks along coastline, 2min walk to good quality restaurants which cater from breakfast to supper. OR use the kitchenette within the room if on a budget. Warm swimming pools.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
McNevin's Maryborough Motel
Room cleanliness was good. Toilet seat requires some attention. The lids tend to come down when a male is using the toilet. just a bit annoying. reception service was excellent
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
Room was spotless....nice and quiet....staff are so welcoming....it's become my place to stay in The Bay
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dundowran
Dundowran Beach
While Dundowran Beach isn't home to many top sights, Toogoom Beach and Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Craignish
While visiting Craignish, you might make a stop by sights like Toogoom Beach and O'Regan Creek Conservation Park.
Urraween
Travellers like the spas in Urraween, and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Pialba
Pialba is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like WetSide Water Education Park and Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club.
Point Vernon
Travellers like the restaurants in Point Vernon, and Gables Point Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
