Known as the “Climate Capital of Australia” it has a constant temperature all year round. Bowen has some of the best views in Australia and some of the most diverse country.
Bowen Historical Museum
Traces the history of the area through the different displays, including the geology of the district and the history of early aboriginal inhabitants.
Bowen Festival of Murals
Bowen is known as the mural capital of Australia. It has 19 mural sites, all within walking distance of the central business district.
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Flagstaff Hill
Flagstaff Hill offers beautiful 360-degree views of ocean and islands, and at zero or very low tide it is possible to walk from the mainland at Dalrymple Point across to the island of North Head to explore the old lighthouse. It has a sheltered picnic area and no facilities.
Mullers Lagoon
Almost 24 hectares of parkland in the middle of town, surrounded by a beautiful lagoon. Facilities include toilets for the disabled, playground, fitness equipment, picnic area with barbecue, shade trees, lawns, displays of dry climate plants, native and exotic shrubs and perennials, plus over 140 different types of bird, (a birdwatchers paradise).
Queens Beach
Facilities for the disabled, barbecues, play equipment, tables, shade trees, fishing, swimming, toilets and enclosed stinger net during the stinger season. Lifesaver patrolled during the season. Winner of NQ's Litter Prevention Award 2001.
Rose Bay
Relax under shaded trees, tables, landscaped gardens, walking tracks, rock fishing, swimming, snorkelling, toilets, and panoramic views. Winner of NQ's Young Legends Award 2001 in conjunction with Bowen Primary School.
Great Barrier Reef - Whitsundays
Said to be the worlds largest living structure and the only one visible from outer space, the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef is often referred to as the eigth wonder of the world.
Hamilton Island - Airlie Beach
Hamilton Island is located in the heart of the Whitsunday Islands, about 900 kilometres north of Brisbane.
Whitehaven Beach - Proserpine
Stretching over 9kms, this pristine expanse of pure white silica sand fringed by brilliant blue water and lush tropical island, is one of the jewels of the Whitsundays.
Reef HQ
The largest living coral reef aquarium in the world. Reef HQ is a miniature version of the Great Barrier Reef and is the Reef Education Centre for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.
The Barefoot Bushman's Wildlife Park
Located at Airlie Beach and featuring Queensland's most comprehensive collection of Australian fauna. The park contains koalas, crocodiles and free roaming kangaroos.
