Oakhurst Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Mary Poppins Statue
You can find out about the history of Maryborough with a visit to Mary Poppins Statue. Wander the riverfront and gardens while you're in the area.
Queens Park
Lush greenery borders the serene walkways of this heritage-listed park, which overlooks the Mary River in the city’s historic portside district.
Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Maryborough. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas while you're in the area.
Customs House Interpretive Centre
Browse this captivating museum in Maryborough’s historic portside district, which was once the first stop for all goods and settlers arriving in Australia.
Maryborough Military & Colonial Museum
Spread over three floors, this comprehensive historical museum showcases fascinating military paraphernalia dating from the Boer War to the present.
Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary
Meet the animals who call Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary home during your trip to Maryborough. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas while you're in the area.
Our pick of the best Oakhurst Hotel Deals
McNevin's Maryborough Motel
"Comfortable bed. Water hot. Wasn’t there much - just to shower and sleep."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Ned Kelly's Motel
"Easy & convenient place to stay , suited our needs entirely ."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hervey Bay Hotel & Resort
"Nice clean room, ocean view,"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Mineral Sands Motel
"In a good location"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Woolshed Eco Lodge
"Comfortable and relaxed. I'm an older single traveler (male), and I would highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Comfort Inn on Main Hervey Bay
"Weather was fantastic great places to eat people were very friendly the shops were nearby room was very clean bed was uncomfortable it was too soft for my liking but overall really great place to stay l will definitely return"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakhurst
Maryborough West
Maryborough West might not have many top sights, but Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre and Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Baddow
While Baddow may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Baddow Island Conservation Park and Station Square Shopping Centre.
Tinana
Travellers like the riverfront in Tinana, and Police Paddock Conservation Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Aldershot
While Aldershot isn't home to many top sights, Aldershot Park and Baddow Island Conservation Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Central Maryborough
If you're spending some time in Central Maryborough, Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum and Mary Poppins Statue are top sights worth seeing.
St Helens
While there might not be top attractions in St Helens, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre and Mary Poppins Statue.
