Bundaberg Travel Guide

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Located in the beautiful Queensland region of Australia, Bundaberg is a charming city that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. With its pristine beaches, breathtaking coral reefs, and lush countryside, Bundaberg is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

One of the main attractions in Bundaberg is its stunning coastline. The city is blessed with miles of golden sandy beaches that are perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing. Whether you want to relax and soak up the sun or take part in thrilling water sports like snorkeling and scuba diving, Bundaberg has it all. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the iconic Mon Repos Beach, which is home to the largest concentration of nesting marine turtles on the eastern Australian mainland.

For those interested in history and culture, Bundaberg has a fascinating heritage that is waiting to be discovered. The Bundaberg Rum Distillery, established in 1888, offers guided tours where visitors can learn about the distillation process and even sample some of the world-famous Bundaberg Rum. Another must-visit attraction is the Hinkler Hall of Aviation, which pays tribute to the pioneering aviator Bert Hinkler and showcases a collection of his aircraft and memorabilia.

Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by the abundance of natural wonders in and around Bundaberg. Just a short drive from the city, you'll find the breathtakingly beautiful Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Embark on a snorkeling or diving adventure to explore the vibrant coral gardens and encounter a dazzling array of marine life.

In addition to its natural and cultural attractions, Bundaberg also boasts a thriving arts and food scene. The city is home to numerous art galleries, showcasing the works of local artists, as well as a vibrant performing arts center that hosts a variety of concerts, plays, and dance performances throughout the year. Indulge in the culinary delights of Bundaberg by visiting its local restaurants and cafes, where you can savor fresh seafood, tropical fruits, and the famous Bundaberg ginger beer.

Alternative names: Established: 1870 (154 years ago)Population: 70.5 thous.Elevation: 62 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 24°51'56"S, 152°20'56"E

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Bundaberg Top Attractions

Bundaberg Attractions - What to See and Explore

Bundaberg offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Hinkler Hall of Aviation, Bundaberg Post Office, Bundaberg War Memorial, Bundaberg Hummock. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Specialty museum • Museum
Hinkler Hall of Aviation
The Hinkler Hall of Aviation is an air museum in Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia focused on the legacy of Australian aviator Bert Hinkler. The museum opened in 2008 alongside the Hinkler House, and was designed to accommodate up to 34,000 visitors per year.
City hall
Bundaberg Post Office
Bundaberg Post Office is a heritage-listed post office at 155a Bourbong Street, Bundaberg Central, Bundaberg, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. It was added to the Australian Commonwealth Heritage List on 8 November 2011.
Memorial
Bundaberg War Memorial
Bundaberg War Memorial is a heritage-listed memorial at Bourbong Street, Bundaberg Central, Bundaberg, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by Frederic Herbert Faircloth and built from 1920 to 1921 by Anselm & Odling. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.

Nature • Natural attraction • View point
Bundaberg Hummock
The Bundaberg Hummock, also referred to as The Hummock, is an active volcano remnant situated in the locality of Qunaba east of Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia. Its official name is Sloping Hummock.
Specialty museum • Museum
Fairymead House
Fairymead House is a heritage-listed homestead at Thornhill Street, Bundaberg North, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by John Shedden Adam and built in 1890. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 22 February 2002.
Church
St John's Lutheran Church
St John's Lutheran Church is a heritage-listed church at 30 George Street, Bundaberg South, Bundaberg, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by Karl Langer and built in 1960 by J Hutchinson and Sons. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 7 December 2012.
Church
St Andrews Uniting Church
St Andrews Uniting Church is a heritage-listed church at the corner of Maryborough and Woongarra Streets, Bundaberg Central, Bundaberg, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by Lange Leopold Powell and built from 1931 to c. 1940. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 3 August 2004.
Park
Buss Park
Buss Park is located in Bundaberg Central, Bundaberg, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. It borders the Anglican Christ Church and the Bundaberg Regional Council offices and contains several memorials.
Bridge
Burnett Bridge
Burnett Bridge is a heritage-listed road bridge crossing the Burnett River from Quay Street, Bundaberg Central to Perry Street, Bundaberg North in Bundaberg, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by Alfred Barton Brady and built in 1900. It is also known as Burnett River Traffic Bridge.
Bridge
Kennedy Bridge
Kennedy Bridge is a heritage-listed road bridge on Bourbong Street crossing Bundaberg Creek from Bundaberg Central to Bundaberg East in Bundaberg, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by Alfred Barton Brady and built in 1899. It is also known as Saltwater Creek Road Bridge.
Park
Mon Repos Conservation Park
Mon Repos Conservation Park is a national park containing an important turtle rookery located at Mon Repos, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia, 14 kilometres east of Bundaberg.
Tower
East Bundaberg Water Tower
East Bundaberg Water Tower is a heritage-listed water tower at 17 Sussex Street, Bundaberg East, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia.
Memorial
Bundaberg War Nurses Memorial
Bundaberg War Nurses Memorial is a heritage-listed memorial at Bourbong Street, Bundaberg West, Bundaberg, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. It was built in 1949 by Zero Ziegler. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.
24°45'39"S • 152°23'13"E
Bundaberg Port Marina
Sailing • Park • Marina
24°51'6"S • 152°20'17"E
Australian Sugar Cane Railway Bundaberg
Bridge
Tree
Bourbong Street Weeping Figs
Bourbong Street Weeping Figs is a heritage-listed group of trees at Bourbong Street, Bundaberg Central, Bundaberg, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. They were added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 23 July 1999.
24°51'15"S • 152°20'13"E
Bundaberg Botanical Gardens
Park
Area
Bundaberg North
Bundaberg North is a suburb of Bundaberg in the Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census Bundaberg North had a population of 5,451 people. It occupies the developed area north of the Burnett River, opposite the Bundaberg CBD.
Church
South Sea Islander Church
South Sea Islander Church and Hall is a heritage-listed church at 46 Johnston Street, Millbank in Bundaberg, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. It was built c. 1920. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 28 July 2000.

Day trips

Bundaberg – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Bundaberg, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Pialba Memorial Cenotaph (Hervey Bay), Snakes Down Under Reptile Park and Zoo (Childers), Isis District War Memorial and Shire Council Chambers (Childers).

42 milesSE
Memorial
Pialba Memorial Cenotaph, Hervey Bay
Pialba Memorial Cenotaph is a heritage-listed memorial at Freedom Park, Main Street, Pialba, Fraser Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by Philip Oliver Ellard Hawkes and built from 1918 to 1921 by Frederick William Webb. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 6 May 2016.
26 milesS
Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
Snakes Down Under Reptile Park and Zoo, Childers
Snakes Downunder Reptile Park and Zoo is a zoo situated in Childers, Queensland, Australia. The zoo features Australian reptiles, amphibians and marsupials as well as meerkats.
26 milesS
Memorial
Isis District War Memorial and Shire Council Chambers, Childers
Isis District War Memorial and Shire Council Chambers is a heritage-listed memorial hall and former shire council chambers at 45 Churchill Street, Childers, Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia.
25 milesS
Museum, Park, Outdoor activities
Flying High Bird Sanctuary, Apple Tree Creek
Flying High Bird Sanctuary is the largest free-flight aviary in Australia and has over 2000 birds. Visitors can walk around inside the aviary to see the birds. It is located on the corner of Bruce Highway and Old Creek Road, Apple Tree Creek, about 50 km south of Bundaberg in central Queensland, Australia. It was opened in 2002.
8 miNE
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Old Burnett Heads Light, Burnett Heads
The Old Burnett Heads Light is an inactive lighthouse which used to be located on the south side of the Burnett River entrance, in Burnett Heads, Queensland, Australia. It was relocated to the Burnett Heads Lighthouse Holiday Park.