Central Queensland
Travel Guide
Visit Central Queensland
Where to stay in Central Queensland
Rockhampton City
If you're spending some time in Rockhampton City, Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum and Pilbeam Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Parkhurst
Parkhurst is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rockhampton Heritage Village and Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre.
Gracemere
While Gracemere isn't home to many top sights, Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo and Rockhampton Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
Allenstown
Allenstown is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo and Nissan Navara Arena while you're in town.
New Auckland
New Auckland might not have many top sights, but Tondoon Botanic Gardens and Gecko Valley Winery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gladstone Central
If you're spending some time in Gladstone Central, Gladstone Yacht Club and Gladstone Entertainment and Convention Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Quality Resort Parkhurst
Staffs were brilliant and very helpful. They went above and beyond for our comfort. The food was amazing. 10 out of 10. The staffs at the restaurant and at reception made us feel special and attended to all our needs despite getting there late. Our new favourite and go to place in Rocky
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Bayview Tower
The room had been renovated - was very clean. The view was fantastic. It was a very spacious family room.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
Comfortable room. They had ABC on the TV. Great Malaysian restaurant right next door that opened at 4.30 pm. Best Nasi Lemak. Relaxed staff
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Empire Apartment Hotel
Great hotel, and everything was close by, and staff was lovely
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel
Friendly staff. Great location and room.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Rosslyn Bay Resort
Room was ok and clean, Wi-Fi was a waste of time, could not stream anything. Very small TV in room also. Not sure how quality fast Wi-Fi is not being provided in this day and age.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Popular places to visit
1770 Marina
Explore the waterfront in Seventeen Seventy with a trip to 1770 Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Gladstone Marina
Go on a relaxing cruise, have a picnic in the park or watch the boats cruise past in this modern and picturesque boat harbor in central Queensland.
Keppel Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront in Rosslyn with a trip to Keppel Bay Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Blackdown Tableland National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Blackdown Tableland National Park, a lovely green space in Wallaroo.
Capricorn Caves
Weave your way around a fascinating complex of caves, where you’ll find an eerie cathedral, a rock-climbing course and wildlife amid the geological wonders.
Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo
Gaze in awe at towering fig trees or find tranquility amid the ferns in this heritage-listed garden, which also features a zoo that showcases native and exotic wildlife.
Things to do
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
