Scarness Travel Guide
Hervey Bay





Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.
Shelly Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Shelly Beach during your trip to Hervey Bay? Stroll along the marina in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park

2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island

From Hervey Bay: K'gari Getaway Three-day 4WD Coach Tour

Fraser Experience Shared Full Day Guided Tour

3 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island

Half Day Private Skippered Charter Onboard K'gari Breeze
Top hotels in Scarness

Fraser Coast Top Tourist Park
We were in the motel style accomodation. The room was large, clean and had a well equipped kitchen. Access to our car through from the rear of the room was handy. The Thai restaurant made us a lovely dinner. The price was good too.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Woolshed Eco Lodge
Great staff, clean room, right by the beach.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Sunseeker Motel
The people currently looking after the place is so wonderful. So polite, helpful easy going. Made our stay so much more pleasant. Thank you
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Eden By The Bay
It is one of the best rooms i have stayed in it had quality essentials/ it even had a air fryer the furniture was modern and the carpet was fresh and new. I travel half the state so i get to stay in many places and this was the best. It was very clean. Staff where very friendly on check out too.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

The Bay Apartments
Amazing place to stay
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Mantra Hervey Bay
Lovely clean and nicely furnished apartment in a beautiful location
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Scarness

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 WetSide Water Education Park and Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club.

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.

Urraween
Travellers like the spas in Urraween, and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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.

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.
