Tourism Bowen - North Queensland

Bowen's location within the Whitsundays offers visitors the opportunity to explore it's northern areas that are relatively unexplored by the majority of Whitsunday visitors.

The snorkelling and diving which is accessible off the beaches in Bowen is said to be amoungst some of the best fringing coral on the east coast of Australia. The blue water, mixed with fantastic year round weather makes Bowen a popular choice with southern visitors.

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The Big Mango

The BIG Mango represents the delicious fruit which carries the name sake of the town “Bowen Mango”. The BIG Mango is located at the Bowen Visitor Information Centre, 4 km south of Bowen.

Bowen's History

All of Bowen's history can be retraced at the Bowen Historical Museum. From Catalina Flying Boats, to the unbelievable story of James Morrill and his courageous story of survival.

Murals

The 24 historical murals, which are proudly displayed throughout Bowen's streets, depict the diverse history from the town's early settlement to present day.

Summergarden Theatre
The Summergarden Theatre today is the major provider of screen and stage entertainment for the Bowen, Whitsunday, Proserpine and Collinsville districts.

Snorkeling / Diving

Bowen has some of the best fringing coral literally meters off the beaches and bays and islands. If you are in the Whitsundays head to Bowen for some great snorkeling…

Back to Nature

Nestled where "the Bush meets the Beach", Bowen has a number of natural attractions that must be on any visitors itinerary. From the relaxed bushwalks to the spectacular lookouts, these are some sights you cannot miss.

Golf

Bowen has a 9 hole beachfront golf links on Queens Bay and visitors are welcome. The clubhouse is equipped with a specialty store, bar and restaurant.

Muller's Lagoon

One of Bowen's most beautiful spots is Muller's Lagoon. Mullers Lagoon is 23.57 hectares of picturesque parkland in the centre of town, which has been turned into a superb botanical gardens and wetlands habitat.

On the Water

If you want to get out on the water around Bowen, there are a number of ways. You can go sailing, fishing or cruising - the choice is entirely yours. And while you're out there, check out some of our beautiful islands.
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Visit Collinsville

The historic mining town of Collinsville offers a relaxed lifestyle with much to keep visitors happy. Click on the link above to find out more about this hidden treasure.

Fishing in Bowen

Fishing Fishing is one of Bowen's biggest attractions. You can throw in a line from a beach, at a creek, off some rocks or the end of the jetty at the Front Beach. If its deeper water you are after, local fishing charters can take you where the big fish are.

Fish in the waters around Bowen include coral trout, barramundi (in season), cod and sweetlip as well as grey, spotted and spanish mackeral.

One thing to keep in mind while fishing around Bowen is the zoning for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority. For more information about zoning, bag limits and size of fish. contact the Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol on 4786 3444. As the TV ad says, "Don't be the catch of the day".