Torquay 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 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 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.
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.
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 Torquay Hotel Deals
The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
Clean comfortable updated rooms with friendly and helpful staff. On the esplanade, is a great location for walking and access to the beach. The attached restaurant is outstanding. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay
Location, staff, amenities,all were outstanding. I would go back again a very relaxing holiday. Thank you.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay
Staff are amazing. Room super clean, air con cold as. Nothing a hassle, had a small shower problem, fixed pronto and with courtesy. We will be back
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Discovery Parks - Fraser Street, Hervey Bay
Excellent for a stay with the kids
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Riviera Resort Hervey Bay
Very clean. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Tower Court Motel - adults only haven
Nice quiet location clean room enough crockery for two people
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Torquay
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Shelly Beach.
Urraween
Travellers like the spas in Urraween, and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
