Title: Things to Do in Bowen in 2026 | Expedia.com [Bowen Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Bowen.dx10668)[Hotels in Bowen](https://expedia.com/Bowen-Hotels.d10668.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Bowen](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Bowen.d10668.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Bowen](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Bowen.d10668.Car-Rental-Guide)[Bowen Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Bowen.d10668.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Bowen ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Bowen Types of activities Where to stay [Bowen Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Bowen.dx10668) ![Horseshoe Bay is Bowen's most iconic beach and a favourite for locals and visitors alike. The beach is framed by two granite outcrops which provide a haven for a wonderful range of fish and coral just a short swim from the beach. There is also a little resort next to the car park. This is taken from Rotary Outlook which is about 10 min walk from the carpark.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10668/42d5cfe8-f4df-451c-9e3b-88a6c92e66d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Horseshoe Bay is Bowen's most iconic beach and a favourite for locals and visitors alike. The beach is framed by two granite outcrops which provide a haven for a wonderful range of fish and coral just a short swim from the beach. There is also a little resort next to the car park. This is taken from Rotary Outlook which is about 10 min walk from the carpark.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10668/42d5cfe8-f4df-451c-9e3b-88a6c92e66d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We recommend the Tiger Moth tour of the Whitsundays. Unique perspective 😍](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10668/c2299436-241b-423c-8c2b-95540df15fec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Big Mango is located at Bowen Visitor Information Centre. This is just one big thing among other big things in Australia. For instance there is the Big Prawn, the Big Pineapple, the Big Banana, the Big Captain Cook etc. According to Wikipedia there are more 150 big things here. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Bowen | Number of things to do | 2 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Airlie Beach: Beautiful Bowen Beaches Day Tour.](/things-to-do/cedar-creek-falls-lunch-at-georges-diner.a48555037.activity-details): $109 | | Top 5 things to do | [Airlie Beach: Beautiful Bowen Beaches Day Tour.](/things-to-do/cedar-creek-falls-lunch-at-georges-diner.a48555037.activity-details)[Cape Gloucester Getaway -2 Hour Helicopter & Resort Visit](/things-to-do/cape-gloucester-getaway-2-hour-helicopter-resort-visit.a49392957.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Airlie Beach: Beautiful Bowen Beaches Day Tour.](/things-to-do/cedar-creek-falls-lunch-at-georges-diner.a48555037.activity-details) | ## What to do in Bowen --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Bowen? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Bowen #### The Big Mango You can learn about the history of Bowen when you stop by The Big Mango. Wander the beaches and gardens in the area. [](https://expedia.com/The-Big-Mango-Bowen.d553248635974614536.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bowen Harbour Explore the waterfront in Bowen with a trip to Bowen Harbour. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Bowen-Harbour-Bowen.d6334262.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bowen Jetty Bowen Jetty is just one of the places to see in Bowen Town Center, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Bowen-Jetty-Bowen.d6204452.Vacation-Attraction) #### Flagstaff Hill You can learn about the history of Bowen when you stop by Flagstaff Hill. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Flagstaff-Hill-Bowen.d553248634425940441.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bowen Water Park Enjoy a fun-filled day at Bowen Water Park during your trip to Bowen Town Center. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Bowen-Water-Park-Bowen.d553248635975724432.Vacation-Attraction) #### Port of Abbot Point Explore the waterfront in Bowen with a trip to Port of Abbot Point. Wander the beaches and gardens in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Port-Of-Abbot-Point-Bowen.d553248621563660798.Vacation-Attraction) #### Rose Bay Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rose Bay Beach during your trip to Rose Bay? [](https://expedia.com/Rose-Bay-Beach-Bowen.d553248635997368683.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bowen Golf Course Enjoy a round of golf in Bowen at Bowen Golf Course. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Bowen-Golf-Course-Queens-Beach.d6204462.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mullers Lagoon Park Explore the great outdoors at Mullers Lagoon Park, a lovely green space in Bowen. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Mullers-Lagoon-Park-Bowen.d6334264.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Bowen ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Queens Beach Travelers enjoy Queens Beach for its beaches and restaurants. Consider checking out Bowen Golf Course while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Bowen-Queens-Beach.dx3000688065) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Bowen.dx10668.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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