Maryborough is a city located on the Mary River in South East Queensland, Australia, approximately 300 kilometres north of Brisbane.
History of Maryborough
Maryborough was founded in 1843, proclaimed a municipality in 1861, and became a city in 1905. During the 1800s, the city was a major port of entry to immigrants arriving in Queensland from all parts of the world
Adventure Travel & Tours in Maryborough
Adventure Travel represents over 1,000 hostels, hotels, tour companies & attractions across Australia that we can book for you often at a discouted rate. At Adventure Travel we also operate a number of our own tours.
Currency used in Maryborough
In Maryborough the standard currency used is the Australia Dollar. The Australia dollar comes in denominations of 5c ,10c ,20c ,50c ,$1 & 2$ coins, and $5, $10, $20, $50 & $100 notes. Most bars, restaurants, backpacker hostels, shops and Adventure Tour desks in Maryborough all take credit card, eftpos and cash. There is several cash machines in Maryborough all which dispense the Australia Dollar currency. To check the Australian dollar exchange rate against a foreign currency then click here.
Backpacker Hostel Accommodation & Hotels in Maryborough
In Maryborough there is a number of Backpacker Hostels and Hotels where we can pre - book your accommodation. If you are looking for a budget hostel bed the click here or if you are looking for more luxurious accommodation then click here.
Discounted Travel Insurance
Adventure Travel offers a range of Backpacker Insurance policies at heavily discounted rates. We understand that you are on a budget and prefer to save your money to backpack around the world. Click below to view our discounted backpacker rates...
Security in Maryborough
Maryborough in Australia is a very safe place to travel with 1,000's of visitors touring through Maryborough every year. This is a popular destination for sailing enthusiasts, sunlovers, families and backpackers. To check any foreign office information on Australia you can click here.
Weather in Maryborough
The weather in Maryborough is seasonal with 2 distinctive seasons : May - Oct (Dry Season), Nov - April (Green Season) To get more information on the weather in Maryborough, Australia, then click here.
Things to see and do in Maryborough
Maryborough is the birthplace of P.L.Travers, author of the Mary Poppins books. Her father managed a bank in the building where she was born.
A life-size bronze statue of Mary Poppins, as P.L. Travers described her, complete with umbrella was erected outside the old bank premises in 2005.
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