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 studying the exhibits at Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum during your trip to Hervey Bay. Wander 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
Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park
Milbi Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns
K'gari Three-Day Getaway Tour departing Hervey Bay
2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
Top hotels in Torquay
The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay
Accomodation very clean,everything supplied for a great stay,staff very warm and welcoming, air conditioned plus ceiling fans, laundry block available for use if required,
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Discovery Parks - Fraser Street, Hervey Bay
The kids loved it. So close to the Esplanade
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Grand Mercure Allegra Hervey Bay
Easy and pleasant check in, beautiful large apartment. Very comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen, everything we could have wanted. We loved our last minute weekend getaway.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
White Crest Apartments
Easy parking, great property Manager. Only let down was the slow wifi in my room.
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026
Tasman Holiday Parks - Torquay Palms
Yes clean room great staff cheers
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Torquay
Scarness
Visitors highly recommend Scarness for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum while you're in town.
Urangan
The beaches and abundant 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
When in Kawungan, you can plan a visit to Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre and Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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
Travelers like the spas in Urraween, and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
