Kawungan 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.
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
K'gari Three-Day Getaway Tour departing Hervey Bay
2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
Fraser Experience Shared Full Day Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Kawungan Hotel Deals
Mantra Hervey Bay
"Comfortable stay. Would be good if toothbrush in rooms As I forgot mine"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Nightcap at Kondari Resort
"We reserved a room last minute after a full day of driving. The receptionist was so friendly, just what we needed after a long day of travel. She gave us some nice suggestions for restaurants around the area. The restaurant on site was so laid back; great staff as well and TVs playing all kinds of ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
Ramada Hervey Bay
"Staff are very helpful and friendly. Amazing pool. The best rooms are the apartments overlooking the pool. My last room was ocean view, looking down the street with the ocean in the background. it was a little too noisy, not because of the traffic, the room was near the air conditioner main motor, ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
McNevin's Maryborough Motel
"Comfortable bed. Water hot. Wasn’t there much - just to shower and sleep."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay
"Fantastic place to stay"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kawungan
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.
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.
Urraween
Travellers like the spas in Urraween, and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 WetSide Water Education Park.
Urangan
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Urangan. A stop by Shelly Beach or Great Sandy Straits Marina might round out your trip.
