Etna Creek Travel Guide
Rockhampton
Popular places to visit
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.
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 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.
Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre during your travels 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.
Mt Archer
You can find out about the history of Rockhampton with a visit to Mt Archer. 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
Capricorn Caves Capricorn Explorer
Top hotels in Etna Creek
Quality Resort Parkhurst
good clean ammentities. pool was pretty warm an could maybe use a shadesail. club next door so easy meals.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Bayview Tower
Clean, good staff, good sea views, close to beach and shops
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
Nice place
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Rosslyn Bay Resort
Great staff. We had bad luck with rainy day and the staff helped us to find things to do and give us a nice upgrade for our room.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Empire Apartment Hotel
Great staff, location and room
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Oshen Holiday Apartments Yeppoon
The studio was spotless and the staff were super helpful. Just a short walk (albeit steep) from the waterfront and all the good restaurants.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Etna Creek
The Caves
While visiting The Caves, you might make a stop by sights like Capricorn Caves and Mount Etna Caves National Park.
Glenlee
While there might not be top attractions in Glenlee, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rockhampton Heritage Village and Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre.
Rockyview
Rockyview might not have many top sights, but Rockhampton Heritage Village and Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre 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 Rockhampton Heritage Village and Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre.
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 Kershaw Gardens.
Norman Gardens
Unique features of Norman Gardens include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Mount Archer National Park or Zamia Walk Trailhead while you're exploring the area.
