Torquay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Torquay featuring rugged coastline and general coastal views

Popular places to visit

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Esplanade

4.5/5(572 reviews)

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
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Urangan Pier

4.5/5(369 reviews)

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
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Hervey Bay Botanic Garden

4.5/5(120 reviews)

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
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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.

Duggan Conservation Park
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Great Sandy Straits Marina

4.5/5(178 reviews)

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
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Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre

4/5(68 reviews)

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

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K'gari (Fraser Island) Explorer 2-Day Tour

NZ$750
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
K'gari (Fraser Island) Explorer 2-Day Tour
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K'gari (Fraser Island) Day Tour

NZ$293
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
K'gari (Fraser Island) Day Tour
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From Hervey Bay: Remote K'gari Tour by Boat with Lunch

NZ$267
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Hervey Bay: Remote K'gari Tour by Boat with Lunch
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K'gari (Fraser Island) Getaway 3-Day from Hervey Bay

NZ$830
Per adult
K'gari (Fraser Island) Getaway 3-Day from Hervey Bay
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Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park

NZ$59
Per adult
Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park
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Hervey Bay: Scenic Fraser Island Fun Cruise

NZ$64
Per adult
Hervey Bay: Scenic Fraser Island Fun Cruise
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Our pick of the best Torquay Hotel Deals

Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay
Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay
3 out of 5
105 Truro Street, Torquay, QLD
The price is NZ$122 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$122
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly holiday park in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (404 reviews)
"This is a great place as it offers 2 bedroom villas. Parking is directly outside."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay
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$130 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$130
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 1 May 2024

The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay
Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay
4.5 out of 5
468 The Esplanade, Reception: 70 Cypress St, Torquay, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (526 reviews)
"Heated pool was very nice and apartment was good. Furniture felt a little old when sitting on lounge for instance but overall the rest was fine. Wardrobe in bedrooms werent cleaned with hair and dust around spare pillows. Overall it was still a good experience."

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

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Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay
Discovery Parks - Fraser Street, Hervey Bay
Discovery Parks - Fraser Street, Hervey Bay
3.5 out of 5
20 Fraser Street, Torquay, QLD
The price is NZ$176 per night from 18 May to 19 May
NZ$176
per night
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly holiday park in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (335 reviews)
"One of the cleanest places thus far."

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2024

Discovery Parks - Fraser Street, Hervey Bay
White Crest Apartments
White Crest Apartments
4 out of 5
397 Esplanade, Torquay, QLD
Stay at this 4-star luxury apartment in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Esplanade and Hervey Bay Historical Village ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (246 reviews)
"The lounge chairs were terrible. The owners need to sit in them and I am sure they would be buying a new one very quickly. Spoilt our time to relax in . Everything thing else was really good. The bed so comfortable, the unit itself was very out dated, wouldn’t take much to bring up to the standard ..."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

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White Crest Apartments
Alexander Beachfront Apartments
Alexander Beachfront Apartments
4 out of 5
496 Charlton Esplanade, Torquay, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Shelly Beach and Hervey Bay Botanic Garden ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (114 reviews)
Short break
"Comfortable stay, unit was clean and well equipped for our stay. Beach is across the road. Enjoyable stay."

Reviewed on 25 Jan. 2024

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Alexander Beachfront Apartments
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Other neighbourhoods around Torquay

Esplanade which includes a beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

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.

Scarness
Urangan

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 Great Sandy Straits Marina might round out your trip.

Urangan
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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.

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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 Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere.

Pialba
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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 Botanic Garden.

Wondunna
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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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