Scarness Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
3 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
Fraser Experience Shared Full Day Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Scarness Hotel Deals
Fraser Coast Top Tourist Park
Air con on when I arrived which was nice. Very comfy bed.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Woolshed Eco Lodge
Great staff, clean room, right by the beach.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Sunseeker Motel
Kitchen was well equiped, easy access to local resturaunts, staff were amazing and super helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Eden By The Bay
It is one of the best rooms i have stayed in it had quality essentials/ it even had a air fryer the furniture was modern and the carpet was fresh and new. I travel half the state so i get to stay in many places and this was the best. It was very clean. Staff where very friendly on check out too.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hervey Bay Seaside Studio Unit
No cooking facilities besides a toaster and a microwave, but that suited us fine.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Bay Apartments
Amazing place to stay
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
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 Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere.
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.
