The Caves Travel Guide
Rockhampton
Visit The Caves
Popular places to visit
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.
Mount Etna Caves National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Etna Caves National Park, a lovely green space in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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.
Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre
Enjoy an outing to Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre during your stay in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Rockhampton Heritage Village
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Rockhampton Heritage Village in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Kershaw Gardens
Find out about the history of Rockhampton with a stop at Kershaw Gardens. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
Capricorn Caves, Australia: 45-Minute Cathedral Cave Tour
Queensland: 90 Minute Capricorn Caves Explorer Tour
Capricorn Caves: 120 Minute Capricorn Adventurer Tour
Top hotels in The Caves
Capricorn Caves - Caravan Park
"Staff were really friendly and knowledgeable; they made it work. There were marked face cloths, dirt in corners and lounges had bits all over them…. Apart from that and the crumbs on the counter tops, the staff really made it more appealing and was really interesting."
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Bayview Tower
"Advertised as one car space per apartment but there wasn’t Comfortable beds n good breakfast Noisy aircon"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Empire Apartment Hotel
"Great service"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Mercure Rockhampton
"Room was comfortable and clean.. only issue soap in shower needed topping up."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Denison Boutique Hotel
"Beautifully maintained 1800's building with a lovely room. Totally enjoyed our stay!"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Park Avenue Hotel Motel
"Clean and simple. Comfy beds and pillows. Linen changed everyday. Next door to tavern and supermarket."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Where to stay in The Caves
Rockhampton City
While visiting Rockhampton City, you might make a stop by sights like Pilbeam Theatre and Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum.
Gracemere
Gracemere might not have many top sights, but Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo and Rockhampton Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Parkhurst
Parkhurst is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre and Rockhampton Heritage Village.
Kawana
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kawana and surrounding area, you can visit Stockland Shopping Centre and Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre.
The Range
Travellers like the golf courses in The Range, and Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo is a top attraction you might want to visit.
