Top Things to do in Hervey Bay
What to do and see in Hervey Bay, Queensland: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Hervey Bay, Australia including Le Petit Chocolatier, Into The Wild Photography, Elfotography Hervey Bay, Esplanade, Wetside Water Park, The Pier, Ashleigh Manley Art Gallery Homewares & Gifts, Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens, Hervey Bay Regional Gallery, Point Dayman Park.
Restaurants in Hervey Bay
1. Le Petit Chocolatier
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Beautiful shop where you can find some of the best chocolates made in Australia, you can personalise your gift and be assured it will be unique. Make sure you have a bit of time as i love talking to travellers from other countries, you will always be very welcome. Please do not rely on the map marker, i have tried to change it to the correct position with no success, i am closer to the water near all the other shops and Freedom Park.
2. Into The Wild Photography
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Landscape and Wildlife Photography Gallery by award winning photographer Michael Smith. Also selling eco-friendly and beachside inspired homewares and gifts.
3. Elfotography Hervey Bay
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
A Gallery, Souvenir Shop and Studio located on Bideford Street Torquay close to the Esplanade. Ellen Foulds, the premiere local photographer who captures the beauty of Hervey Bay, showcases the spectacular scenes of this thriving town. Other services offered are photography lessons, photo restoration and retouch, any kind of photo shoots, in-house digital printing and framing and graphic design. Also available is a Beginner's Package which includes Canon photographic equipment and accessories with a Free 3-hour One-On-One Basic Photography Lesson. Ellen runs the gallery herself and enjoys meeting people from around the world. Visit her today!'
Reviewed By andrewwhatch
I've lived in Hervey Bay for 20 years and recently purchased an amazing limited edition time lapse print of the Urangan Pier at night. My family and I are moving away and I couldn't think of a better reminder of our life in the Bay.
4. Esplanade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 837 reviews
Reviewed By glaitken1 - Nambour, Australia
This walk goes for miles - literally. I can't think of anywhere else in the world with such a relaxed walking environment, but complete with discrete toilets, picnic seating, regular access to the beach - and of course with a range of coffee shops, restaurants, ice-cream shops, motels and pubs just on the other side of the road. I hope that is never over-developed, so that it retains its ambience. 20 paces and you are off the walking track, and walking along the endless beach front, with a wide, gently sloping sandy beach, Frazer Island in the distance, and great shade spots under the bordering trees. Truly a paradise.
5. Wetside Water Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 447 reviews
Reviewed By M7908SHcarolj - Littlehampton, United Kingdom
Great idea to cool off in the summer Australian heat, this is a free attraction and will most definitely keep the kids entertained for a while. Large park next door too, all round thumbs up ????????
6. The Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 502 reviews
Reviewed By petersJ5197UA - Queensland, Australia
We had a great time catching a lot of fish - many had to be thrown back but we got some decent ones - if you like fishing then you will love the pier.
7. Ashleigh Manley Art Gallery Homewares & Gifts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By dumbfound
I stumbled across this little art shop and clothing store whilst on holiday in Hervey Bay from the UK. The owner and artist Ashleigh was incredibly helpful and framed some pictures for me and carefully wrapped them for my trip back to the UK. I enjoy looking at the picture of the pier in my home a lovely reminder of a wonderful trip to Australia and the lovely Hervey Bay. The pictures are lovely and a bit different from the normal pictures one finds in the likes Hervey Bay. The clothes too, were lovely and a great selection. The couple who run these two shops are delightful and I look forward to adding to my collection of pictures and clothes on my return this year. I highly recommend visiting the shop in Hervey Bay so nice to visit an independent shop.
8. Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 420 reviews
Reviewed By gecko24 - Brisbane, Australia
These gardens are surprisingly large for a smaller town with plants well labelled. Stand out features for us included the small Chinese Garden, the Orchid House, the lake with its resident turtles, and the various trails beside a watercourse and through natural bush. We thought the planting of a tree for when a local resident turns 100 an idea that others could emulate. There is a cafe though it was early in the day when we were there and it was closed - unsure if Covid might be a reason too, as well as a children's playground, a laybrinth, toilets and parking areas onsite (though they might fill up in peak holiday season). A very enjoyable way to spend a peaceful couple of hours.
9. Hervey Bay Regional Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Hervey Bay Regional Gallery is a category A-rated gallery which showcases the creative talents of regional artists and touring exhibitions. The gallery provides opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy the arts. The gallery features multiple exhibition spaces with a frequently changing program alongside the permanent 'Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere' where you can discover the evolution of the Fraser Coast’s natural beauty and learn the history of our indigenous culture.
10. Point Dayman Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By lwarner62 - North Lakes, Australia
Beautiful park which has lovely green lawns, kids playground, BBQ’s, tables, seating, toilets and wonderful views. A hidden gem. Could be missed when driving past. Worth a visit. Reef world and the Waterfront Restaurant are located here however we didn’t go there as we had our dog with us.
