Torquay
Hervey Bay
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Fraser Experience Shared Full Day Guided Tour
Milbi Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns
2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
K'gari Three-Day Getaway Tour departing Hervey Bay
Fraser Experience Small Group Full Day Guided Tour
Top hotels in Torquay
The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay
"Fantastic place to stay"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Discovery Parks - Fraser Street, Hervey Bay
"Rooms were clean, lots of activities for kids to enjoy"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay
"Allegra is in a fabulous location across from the beach in Hervey Bay. The heated pool is excellent as are the gym facilities. Our apartment had its own outdoor hot tub & washing machine and was beautifully styled. The addition of Nespresso coffee machine would have made it perfect. The restaurant ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
White Crest Apartments
"Easy parking, great property Manager. Only let down was the slow wifi in my room."
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Riviera Resort Hervey Bay
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 Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum.
Urraween
Travellers like the spas in Urraween, and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
