Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum

Fraser Coast

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Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum

Discover the region’s past through its gold mining era and history. Gympie was once cited as the "Town that saved Queensland from Bankruptcy". Learn why with over thirty display areas housed in fifteen buildings. Try and visit the market held here every 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month.

Do & See

The whole area is a playground for any visiting animal lover wishing to encounter the migrating whales at sea, the egg-laying and hatching of loggerhead turtles on lovely Mon Repos Beach and other abundant marine life. Why not travel back in time to visit the charming old Victorian town of Maryborough and the gold mining museum in Gympie that re-presents the time of its golden era, which had gold diggers flocking to the town and saved Queensland from bankruptcy. You will for sure find some favourite activities to do whether it is relaxing by the beautiful beaches or exploring the amazing nature. If you're a fan of adrenaline, the region offers plenty of activities like hang gliding from the Carlo Sand Blow, racing on the Hervey Bay Go-kart Track or jet skiing along the coast. Whatever you choose to do make sure to enjoy this stunning region.