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The ultimate travel guide toBundaberg

While its ginger beverages may be Bundaberg’s biggest claim to fame, this coastal destination has a whole lot more to offer.

Located a four-hour drive north of Brisbane, with the Great Barrier Reef just off its shores and rare colonies of turtles swimming in its waters, in-the-know divers and marine enthusiasts kept their little secret for decades.

Today, the word is out and this quintessential Queensland town is on the rise, gaining momentum among travellers for its historic architecture, nature havens, and secluded beaches.

Best things to do in Bundaberg

When you think of Bundaberg, barrels of rum and fields of sugarcane may be the first things to come to mind, but there is so much to discover in the township and its surroundings. Make sure you visit the Bundaberg coastline as it is peppered with some of the most beautiful beaches in the country, it is also located on the southern Great Barrier Reef, so it would be rude not to explore the delightful underwater realm.

Of course, you should definitely still visit the distilleries around town, they are one of the most popular things to do in Bundaberg, and it became Australia’s fifth ECO-certified destination in the country in 2023, so you know anything you’re doing is good for the earth.

Best places to stay in Bundaberg

When you’re in Bundaberg, you’ll want to stay a while. This stunning town is full of incredible places to stay for any traveller, whether you like to stay in a luxury hotel, an intimate Airbnb or out in nature at one of the campsites and caravan parks scattered around Bundaberg.

Top places to eat in Bundaberg

Bundaberg’s fertile soil not only feeds fields of crops but also fuels a dynamic food and drink scene. The phenomenal restaurants and cafes will fuel you for a busy day of exploring and the pubs and bars will help you unwind ready to do it all again tomorrow.

Tours in Bundaberg

The local Bundaberg flavour is strong and the connection to the land and water is prevalent wherever in the Southern Great Barrier Reef region you traverse. For this reason, Bundaberg tours are a great way to experience the area through the eyes of a local and get to know paths less trodden.