Central Queensland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands, off the central coast of Queensland, Australia, Known for its crystal white silica sands and turquoise coloured waters
Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands, off the central coast of Queensland, Australia, Known for its crystal white silica sands and turquoise coloured waters
Constantly looking for my next adventure. Drove up to the top of Captain Cook drive at 1770 to watch the sunrise on a lookout. Instead, we found this beautiful and secluded beach cove, surrounded by these really cool rock formations (with different colours too!). I could easily spend a day here just reading a book and admiring the views.
Pacific or White Necked Heron. I have labeled this Springsure and that was certainly the town, but this little waterhole with natural slide is right by the highway. Problem is, I can't remember which end of town - it is just out of town, so if you didn't pass it on the way in, it is the other end - but would be worth asking a local in case the current weather conditions mean it either isn't running or is dangerous. Beautiful spot for a swim, some bird watching and a picnic.
Who's heading to the beach this weekend? Perfect weather here in the @gladstoneregion for the last weekend of "Winter", sunny and 27 degs! ☀️🐠🐟🌴😀 #visitgladstone #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia

Where to stay in Central Queensland

This was one of our coolest stops on our road trip to Cairns. Would definitely return and stay in Rockhampton for longer.

Rockhampton City

While visiting Rockhampton City, you might make a stop by sights like Pilbeam Theatre and Rockhampton Art Gallery.

Rockhampton City
Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre featuring interior views

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.

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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.

Gracemere
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Allenstown

Visitors to Allenstown appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo and Nissan Navara Arena might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Allenstown
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New Auckland

While New Auckland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tondoon Botanic Gardens and Gladstone Art Gallery and Museum.

New Auckland
Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo

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.

The Range
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst

4.5 out of 5
984 Yaamba Road Parkhurst QLD
The price is Rp1.815.256 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
Rp1.815.256
Rp1.996.782 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (568 reviews)
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 22 Feb 2026

Quality Resort Parkhurst
Bayview Tower

Bayview Tower

3.5 out of 5
4 Adelaide Street Yeppoon QLD
The price is Rp2.327.737 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
Rp2.327.737
Rp2.327.737 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Yeppoon. Enjoy free breakfast, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (798 reviews)
Beach view obstructed by trees. The ceiling had mould on it. Mould in bath corner. Mould on power point. Price from expedia was cheaper than whatvthe property could give us.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Bayview Tower
The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments

The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments

3.5 out of 5
11 Albert Street Rockhampton QLD
The price is Rp1.285.107 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
Rp1.285.107
Rp1.413.653 total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (840 reviews)
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 15 Feb 2026

The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
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Empire Apartment Hotel

Empire Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1-5 East Street Rockhampton QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (843 reviews)
Great hotel, and everything was close by, and staff was lovely

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Empire Apartment Hotel
Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
79 Goondoon Street Gladstone QLD
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Gladstone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (952 reviews)
Friendly staff. Great location and room.

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel
Rosslyn Bay Resort

Rosslyn Bay Resort

3.5 out of 5
Vin E. Jones Drive Rosslyn QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Rosslyn. Enjoy a full-service spa, a business centre and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (507 reviews)
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 9 Feb 2026

Rosslyn Bay Resort
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Cities near Central Queensland

Seventeen Seventy

Seventeen Seventy

Byfield featuring 4 wheel driving, landscape views and a sandy beach

Byfield