Central Queensland

Travel 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.
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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 Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum and Pilbeam Theatre.

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.

Parkhurst
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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 Gecko Valley Winery.

New Auckland
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

Gladstone Central

While visiting Gladstone Central, you might make a stop by sights like Gladstone Yacht Club and Gladstone Entertainment and Convention Centre.

Gladstone Central
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst

4.5 out of 5
984 Yaamba Road Parkhurst QLD
The price is S$150 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
S$150
6 Mar - 7 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (566 reviews)
Very clean room, courteous staff and great amenities. Will definitely stay there again if we’re near there.

Reviewed on 9 Feb, 2026

Quality Resort Parkhurst
Bayview Tower

Bayview Tower

3.5 out of 5
4 Adelaide Street Yeppoon QLD
The price is S$165 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$165
1 Mar - 2 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (792 reviews)
extremely friendly staff, lovely location

Reviewed on 11 Feb, 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 S$100 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
S$100
25 Feb - 26 Feb
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 ...
7/10 Good! (838 reviews)
The room was very clean and tidy. We had a nice stay at the hotel. The staff was very friendly and highly recommend this place.we really enjoyed lovely place.❤️

Reviewed on 11 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! (840 reviews)
Great staff, location and room

Reviewed on 30 Jan, 2026

Empire Apartment 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! (506 reviews)
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

Rosslyn Bay Resort
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! (947 reviews)
Clean , spacious , kitchen, comfortable bed , great views . Pool was great to cool off . Friendly staff . Walking distance to everything

Reviewed on 9 Feb, 2026

Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel
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Aerial panorama of Cardinia Reservoir lake and dam wall

Emerald

Rockhampton

Rockhampton

Seventeen Seventy

Seventeen Seventy

Calliope showing animals

Calliope