Pialba

Hervey Bay

Urangan showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing as well as an individual male
Urangan which includes swimming, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Urangan featuring kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Urangan featuring general coastal views, swimming and a beach
Cool whale sculpture in Hervey Bay

Popular places to visit

Urangan showing general coastal views

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.

Urangan Pier
Urangan featuring general coastal views, swimming and a beach

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.

Esplanade
Great Sandy Straits Marina which includes landscape views and a bay or harbor

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.

Great Sandy Straits Marina
Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum showing heritage elements

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.

Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum
Hervey Bay Botanic Garden which includes rainforest and a park

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.

Hervey Bay Botanic Garden

WetSide Water Education Park

Bring the children to WetSide Water Education Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Hervey Bay. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or seek out the local tours.

WetSide Water Education Park

Things to do

Hervey Bay Sunset Cruise

Hervey Bay Sunset Cruise

RM263
per adult
Hervey Bay Sunset Cruise
Milbi Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns

Milbi Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns

RM247
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Milbi Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns
Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park

Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park

RM153
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park
2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island

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

RM1,528
per adult
2 Day PINK4WD Tagalong Tour - K'gari/Fraser Island
Great Sandy Straits Seven Island Ultimate Wildlife Cruise

Great Sandy Straits Seven Island Ultimate Wildlife Cruise

RM250
per adult
Great Sandy Straits Seven Island Ultimate Wildlife Cruise
Dingo on K'Gari

Fraser Experience Shared Full Day Guided Tour

RM861
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fraser Experience Shared Full Day Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Pialba

Hervey Bay Hotel & Resort

Hervey Bay Hotel & Resort

3 out of 5
249 The Esplanade Pialba QLD
The price is RM352 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
RM352
RM388 total
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free parking, 3 bars/lounges and room service. Popular attractions WetSide Water Education Park and Fraser Coast Cultural ...
7/10 Good! (300 reviews)
Yes but no seats or furniture

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Hervey Bay Hotel & Resort
Main Street Motel

Main Street Motel

3.5 out of 5
44 Main Street Pialba QLD
The price is RM377 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
RM377
RM415 total
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (357 reviews)
Super friendly staff and tidy clean room

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Main Street Motel
Comfort Inn on Main Hervey Bay

Comfort Inn on Main Hervey Bay

3.5 out of 5
66-68 Main St Pialba QLD
The price is RM395 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
RM395
RM435 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (418 reviews)
The staff were very lovely and welcoming

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Comfort Inn on Main Hervey Bay
Beachside Motor Inn

Beachside Motor Inn

3 out of 5
298 Charlton Esplanade Pialba QLD
The price is RM406 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
RM406
RM446 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (480 reviews)
The staff were amazing, so warm and friendly. They keep the grounds and rooms immaculate.

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Beachside Motor Inn
Ramada Hervey Bay

Ramada Hervey Bay

4 out of 5
627 Charlton Esplanade Urangan QLD
The price is RM685 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
RM685
RM753 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Nice pool and the spa.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Ramada Hervey Bay
Nightcap at Kondari Resort

Nightcap at Kondari Resort

3.5 out of 5
49-63 Elizabeth Street Urangan QLD
The price is RM349 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
RM349
RM384 total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly resort in Hervey Bay. Enjoy free parking, 2 meeting rooms and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Simple and clean

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Nightcap at Kondari Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Pialba

Take a walk along the Esplanade The 14km long shared pathway stretches from the Urangan Harbour at the eastern end of the city to Gatakers Bay in the west. It’s also a great spot for BBQ’s and fishing off any one of the small jetties along the way

Urraween

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

Urraween
Scarness showing general coastal views

Scarness

Scarness is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum, a top place to visit in the area.

Scarness
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Eli Waters

Eli Waters might not have many top sights, but Hervey Bay Golf and Country Club and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Eli Waters
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Point Vernon

Travellers like the restaurants in Point Vernon, and Gables Point Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Point Vernon
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Kawungan

While there might not be top attractions in Kawungan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum and Stockland Hervey Bay Shopping Centre.

Kawungan
Torquay featuring general coastal views and rocky coastline

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.

Torquay

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