Maryborough is a complete visitor experience like no other. Glorious Colonial Architecture, outstanding museums, riverside dining, a first class theatre and magnificent
parklands - Maryborough is a must-see attraction on the Fraser Coast, Queensland, Australia.
Maryborough was settled in 1847 and is one of Queensland's oldest provincial cities. Located three hours north of Brisbane, Maryborough was a major immigration port
into Australia and a visit to the City's historic port area - Portside retains many reminders of this period. The port may be long dormant, but its history and gloriously
preserved buildings remain - along with a sense of time suspended.
What's on in Maryborough? .... See Fraser Coast Events Calendar
Things to do ….
Heritage City Walk
Be transported back in time and discover Maryborough's colourful past on a tour with "Mary Heritage" our City Ambassador, departing from City Hall at 9am each
weekday. Dressed in period costume, "Mary Heritage" will take you on a free, one-hour guided tour of the city. See some of our city's 28 buildings and sites of
historical interest.
Wharf Street Precinct
Contains many of Maryborough's early buildings and an atmosphere of old world charm. Stroll around the historic buildings and bring back echoes of bygone days,
sailing ships, greasy wool and bewildered immigrants. Check out the Maryborough Military & Colonial Museum, Bond Store Museum, the Customs House Museum
and look in at the Heritage Centre to see if your ancestors were one of 21,000 listed as disembarking here.
www.maryboroughmuseum.org
Maryborough Tours
Take a drive tour on the Maryborough Tours '10@10' one hour sightseeing tour. The bus leaves from City Hall at 10am.
www.maryboroughtours.com.au
Heritage Market Day
Held every Thursday, Maryborough comes alive on market day. The atmosphere is vibrant, with plenty to see and do and at 1pm witness the firing of the time cannon
by the Town Crier and "Mary Heritage".
Mary River Cruises
Join 'Captain Denis' and his crew aboard 'The Mary' for a relaxing cruise along the Mary River. Enjoy a cup of tea whilst sailing past stately heritage homes and
historic buildings! Observe sea eagles, pelicans and other wildlife along the river.
www.maryboroughrivercruise.com
Mary Ann Steam Train
Get on board Maryborough's Mary Ann steam train, a full sized replica of the first steam locomotive built in Queensland in 1873. Rides operate every Thursday as part
of the city's weekly heritage markets, and the last Sunday of the month during 'Sunday in the Park' activities.
Brennan & Geraghty's Store Museum
Visit a remarkable store that had one hundred and one years of trading (1871 - 1972) and still has the stock to prove it! The store is open seven days a week
excluding Christmas Day and Good Friday, however, the adjoining houses are not open to the public.
Mary Poppins
Maryborough has a unique connection to the world's most famous nanny that no other place can claim. Mary Poppins' author P.L. Travers was born in Maryborough in
1899. Visit the Mary Poppins statue in Richmond Street - a life sized bronze statue of the world's most famous nanny. Take a pencil or crayon and paper to the Town
Hall Green where ten Mary Poppins characters are etched on the brick plinths. Take a copy by placing a sheet of paper on top and rubbing with a pencil.
Maryborough Golf Club
One of country Queensland's best golf courses. Surrounded by parkland and lakes it will test the most avid golfer.
Brolga Theatre
Take in a show at Maryborough's Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre. This first class theatre brings the finest international and national performers to the region. It
offers stunning river views, fantastic facilities and a 900+ seat raked auditorium. A new programme is available every month.
Parks and Gardens
• Picnic at Teddington Weir.
• Stroll around Ululah Lagoon - watch the bird life, have a BBQ or watch the kids play.
• Queen's Park - a beautifully kept parkland with rolling lawns and magical banyan tees. Walk down to the river bank or take a ride on the Mary Ann steam train
every market day.
• View the roses at the Elizabeth Park Rose Garden
Within 1 Hour's Drive ....
• Drive to Hervey Bay - perhaps lunch at the Boat Club overlooking the marina and bay
• Take a 4WD adventure tour on our world heritage listed Fraser Island.
• Visit Tin Can Bay and witness wild Dolphin feeding in the morning.
• Go freshwater fishing at Lenthalls Dam (we are a popular base for many fishing clubs!).
• Drive to scenic Burrum Heads - perhaps a bit of saltwater fishing.
• Tour the wineries of the Burnett (fast gaining a reputation for quality wines). Consider a full day.
• Drive to Gympie for a steam train ride on the Mary Valley Rattler.
• Visit one of the many seaside villages on the Great Sandy Strait - Maaroom, Boonooroo, Tuan and Poona (great for boating & fishing).
• Go whale watching from Hervey Bay (June to October).
For more information on Maryborough and it's attractions: www.visitmaryborough.info
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City Hall at night
Maryborough Courthouse
Band playing in the rotunda - Queens Park
Ululah Lagoon
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