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
Milbi Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns
K'gari Three-Day Getaway Tour departing Hervey Bay
K'gari Three-Day Getaway Tour + ILLUMINA light show departing Hervey Bay
2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
K'gari Four-Day Experience Tour departing Hervey Bay
Our pick of the best Torquay Hotel Deals
The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
The reception was warm welcoming and very eager to help,our two day stay was lovely having a kitchenette made it convenient and the Motel placed in a location across from the beach. Also coffee shops are many along the esplanade in which the motel is situated also shopping is a short drive away.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Discovery Parks - Fraser Street, Hervey Bay
Would of enjoyed a dishwasher, then it would of been perfect. Beds are comfortable, big showers, plenty of hot water, had pretty much all you needed in the 2 bedroom cabin.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay
The room was comfortable, with all the basics needed, and the staff was very accommodating.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay
Fantastic hotel
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
White Crest Apartments
Friendly staff and great location to go for a walk. A few places to eat just a few minutes walk away.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Arlia Sands Apartments
Room was comfortable
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
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 Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club and WetSide Water Education Park.
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.
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