St Helens
Maryborough
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.
Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre
Get tickets for a show at Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre, a popular theatre in Maryborough. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas while you're in the area.
Top hotels in St Helens
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 St Helens
Island Plantation
When in Island Plantation, you can plan a visit to Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre and Mary Poppins Statue, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Doon Villa
While there might not be top attractions in Doon Villa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre and Customs House Interpretive Centre.
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 Portside.
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.
