St Helens Travel Guide
Maryborough
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Except for the lift not working for our entire stay, we were there for 3 nights and our room was on 3rd floor, stairs open to weather and it was inclement weather. Lift not expected to be working for several weeks. Staff were friendly and courteous, room was very presentable on arrival ! Pool area ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Nightcap at Kondari Resort
Friendly staff and clean room.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
McNevin's Maryborough Motel
Great stay, hot water was not available un Roim 1
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Oaks Hervey Bay Resort and Spa
Ramada Hervey Bay
Room, bathroom, entrance, staff were amazing. I did notice they are going through some changes and up grades which effected some services but 10/10 over all.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
Room was very clean and staff were very obliging
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St Helens
Island Plantation
When in Island Plantation, you can plan a visit to Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre and Customs House Interpretive Centre, 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 Station Square Shopping Centre and Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre 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 Station Square Shopping Centre and Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre.
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, Station Square Shopping Centre and Customs House Interpretive Centre are top sights worth seeing.
