Island Plantation Travel Guide
Maryborough
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Maryborough Military & Colonial Museum
Spread over three floors, this comprehensive historical museum showcases fascinating military paraphernalia dating from the Boer War to the present.
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.
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 Island Plantation
Mantra Hervey Bay
"Great Balcony views! Good sized rooms but very little wardrobe space for travelling 1 week or more! Time for upgrading rooms! No in-house dining options"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 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
"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, clean unit, staff were friendly and helpful and amenities were great !"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
McNevin's Maryborough Motel
"The receptionist was very pleasant called me by my first name, ( I personally like that). Check in & out was quick and easy, Food at restaurant was great as was the breakfast in the cafe, Would definitely stay there again"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay
"Fantastic place to stay"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Where to stay in Island Plantation
Tinana
Travellers like the riverfront in Tinana, and Police Paddock Conservation Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Oakhurst
While Oakhurst 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 Aldershot Park.
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 Station Square Shopping Centre and Portside.
Granville
While Granville isn't home to many top sights, Customs House Interpretive Centre and Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
