Maryborough's Portside district runs from the Brolga Theatre along the Mary River to the Marina and extends out to parts of Kent, Bazaar and March Streets in the CBD.

THEN
Wharf Street as it was then



Criterion Hotel


Criterion Hotel



Post Office Hotel



Post Office Hotel




The Port Residence-2006 Tourism Winner-Restaurant Category



The Port Residence-Dining Area






Military Museum-The past comes to life



A Digger's Mural






Maryborough Tours Sightseeing Bus



Maryborough Tours at Bond Store Museum






Proud Mary-Just cruising along



Captain Denis and Passenger
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Wharf Street District Businesses

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Post Office Hotel ... Riverboat Cruises ... The Port Residence

Maryborough's Portside Wharf Street District offers an array of entertainment, dining and accommodations for your holiday enjoyment.

Accomodation

Criterion Hotel: A beautiful old 3 storey hotel overlooking the river and parklands. ATM, pool tables, weekend
nightclub and ongoing promotions and excitement. Riverview accomodation available with balcony.
  • Location: 98 Wharf Street, Maryborough, Queensland 4650
  • Managers: Clay, Katie and Darrell
  • Hours of Operation:
    10am - Late 7 Days
    Licensed until 3am Thur/Fri/Sat
    Nightclub 9pm - 3am Fri/Sat
  • Contact means:
    Phone: (07) 4121 3043
    Email: katie@rhg.net.au

Post Office Hotel: Accommodation available in the heart of Maryborough. The best value in home-style counter meals in town! Poker machines, pool table, friendly staff and a good time out. Trivia every Sunday with cash jackpot.
  • Location: Cnr Wharf and Bazaar Streets, Maryborough, Queensland 4650
  • Managers: Clay, Katie and Darrell
  • Hours of Operation:
    10am - Late 7 Days
    Licensed until 3am Fri/Sat
    Kitchen open for - Lunch and Dinner - 7 Days a week
    Free Poker Games 7 nights a week
  • Contact means:
    Phone: (07) 4121 3289
    Email: katie@rhg.net.au
Dining Out

The Port Residence: A Licensed Food and Beverage Establishment and winner of the Fraser Coast South Burnett Tourism Award for Excellence - Restaurant Catergory in a beautiful heritage building in the heart of Wharf Street offering good old Aussie cuisine and lovely views of the Mary River Parklands and the Mary River itself.
  • Location: Wharf Street, Maryborough, Queensland 4650
  • Proprietor: Gail Endres
  • Hours of Operation:
    Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9 to 4 , and Saturday, Sunday 8 to 4
    Morning and Afternoon Tea - Wednesday to Monday
    Lunch - Wednesday to Monday
    Breakfast - Saturday and Sunday
  • Contact means:
    Phone: (07) 41 23 5001
    Fax: (07) 41 23 4693
    Email: gail@theportresidence.com
Museums

Military & Colonial Museum: This museum provides a testament to not only those heroes who fought in distant lands to ensure our way of life and prosperity, but also those courageous and determined people who pioneered and progressed the Maryborough area for nearly two centuries.

Acknowledged as one of the top community museums in Australia, the Maryborough Military & Colonial Museum is a 'must see' during your time on the Fraser Coast.
  • Location: 106 Wharf Street, Maryborough. Queensland. 4650.
  • Director: John Meyers
  • Hours of Operation:
    7 days a week from 9am until 3pm
  • Contact means:
    Phone: (07) 4123 5900
    Mobile: 0500 500 861
    Fax: (07) 4123 5666
    Email: mbhmus@bigpond.net.au
Tours

Maryborough Tours: Experience the captivating sights and locations of Maryborough, Queensland - a REAL old town. The tour will wander through the streets of Maryborough where you will see why the Heritage City has the claim as the home of the 'Queenslander'.

Included in the tour is a one hour river cruise on the 'Mary' to see the grandeur of some of these homes from the river.
  • Location: Cruising the streets of Maryborough. Queensland 4650
  • Proprietor: Chris Loft
  • Hours of Operation:
    "Peek into the Past" Tour - 10 @10 Tour
    Time - 10am - Monday to Friday
    1 Hour Sightseeing Tour
    Leaves from City Hall - Kent Street
  • Contact means:
    Phone: (07) 4121 3915
    Fax: (07) 4121 4160
    Email: chris@chrisloftassociates.com.au

Maryborough Riverboat Cruise: Experience the captivating sights and locations of Maryborough, Queensland - a REAL old town - with a cruise on the Mary River! From the deck of the "Mary" you will sail under the Granville Bridge, see exquisite birdlife, historic dockyards, and beautifull heritage homes set in landscaped gardens rolling down to the river.
  • Location: Rollin' On The Mary River
  • Proprietor: Denis Kerr
  • Hours of Operation:
    Cruises operate from Tuesday to Sunday and bookings are preferred ....... Lunch Booking Essential
    Morning Tea Cruise
    Departs 10am - Returns 11am .. $15 Adult .. $8 Under 14 .. Free Under 3
    Afternoon Tea Cruise
    Departs 2pm - Returns 3pm .. $15 Adult .. $8 Under 14 .. Free Under 3
    Lunch Barbeque Cruise
    Departs 12 noon - Returns 2pm .. $30 Adult .. $15 Under 14 .. Free Under 3
  • Contact means:
    Phone: (07) 4123 1523
    Fax: (07) 4123 0066
    Mobile: 0412 751 700
    Email: denis@maryboroughrivercruise.com



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NOW
Wharf Street as it is today



Criterion Hotel


Criterion Hotel



Post Office Hotel



Post Office Hotel




The Port Residence-Bride's Retreat



The Port Residence-Conference Centre






Lest We Forget



Military Museum-Learn what our ancestors used in daily life






Maryborough Tours Bus & Mary River



Learn more about this historic home with Maryborough Tours






Captain Denis-At Your Service



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