Parkhurst Travel Guide
Rockhampton
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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
Capricorn Caves Cathedral Cave Tour
Capricorn Caves Capricorn Explorer
Top hotels in Parkhurst
Quality Resort Parkhurst
Capricorn Motel & Conference Centre
Yes parking was easy..
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
True Blue Motor Inn
for a pet friendly motor inn you should remove the carpet and lay vinyl flooring
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Casa Nostra Motel
An excellent place to stay. The individual villa units are very spacious and comfortable. The amenities are excellent (although the was only the one fork in the cutlery drawer). We have stayed at Casa Nostra previously and would be happy to stay again.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Bayview Tower
The highlight of our stay was the view ! We had a level 5 room with 180 degree views of the entire coast. To me, it looked like the lower levels had great views as well. Very nice room that had been renovated not long ago. Biggest tv ever ! We thought the price we payed was great value , especially ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Discovery Parks - Rockhampton
Convenient location, nice park in the heart of town. close to all services etc
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkhurst
Kawana
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kawana and surrounding area, you can visit Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre and Stockland Shopping Centre.
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.
Rockyview
Rockyview might not have many top sights, but Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre and Rockhampton Heritage Village are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Park Avenue
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Park Avenue. You might want to make time for a stop at Kershaw Gardens or Stockland Shopping Centre.
Frenchville
When in Frenchville, you can plan a visit to Stockland Shopping Centre and Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Berserker
You'll enjoy the riverfront and shopping in Berserker. You might want to make time for a stop at Mt Archer or Stockland Shopping Centre.
