Maryborough Tourism

Lying on the Mary River, Maryborough happens to be a city in the Fraser Coast Region in southeastern Queensland. Established back in 1843, Maryborough is named after Mary River, which is named after the consort of Gov. Sir Charles Fitz Roy, Mary. Maryborough became a town in 1861 and a city in 1905. Nicknamed as the 'Heritage City', Maryborough boasts a host of brilliantly architectured historic buildings. Its lush riverside parks, intriguing museums, and charming art galleries further describe the beauty of this boisterous city. The city also flaunts colonial vibes, lush trees, and bountiful wildlife, all of which make it even more appealing.

Maryborough is packed with renowned places of interest, spread across the length and breadth of the city. The Maryborough Military & Colonial Museum, the City Hall, St Paul's Anglican Church and Tower, Australian Joint Stock Bank and Mary Poppins Statue, the Maryborough Heritage Centre, and the Queens Park are the popular attractions of Maryborough.

While you are in Maryborough, take a drive tour of the city and explore the Rosehill Homestead, the Pioneer Graves, Baddow House, and the Maryborough Cemetery. You can also take a walk through the iconic Maryborough Mural Trail and explore quirky past stories of the city presented in the form of impressive murals.Maryborough enjoys a warm and temperate climate with a significant amount of rainfall throughout the year. The summers are warm, wet, muggy, and long, while the winters are cool and short.