Capricorn Touristic Region

Travel Guide

This was one of our coolest stops on our road trip to Cairns.  

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

Would definitely return and stay in Rockhampton for longer.
An amazing Church right in the centre of this large City.  Half way between the Queensland border and the top of Queensland.
The natural slide at this water hole just outside Springsure in Queensland.
A nice deep waterhole to stretch out in after a long day driving!  Just outside Springsure in Queensland.

Where to stay in Capricorn Touristic Region

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
Default Image

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
Default Image

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
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
Default Image

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.

Kawana
Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo which includes bird life

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 HK$845 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
HK$845
HK$930 total
14 Mar - 15 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! (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 HK$1,025 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$1,025
HK$1,025 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (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 HK$545 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$545
HK$599 total
22 Feb - 23 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 ...
7.2/10 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
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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! (841 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! (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
Quest Rockhampton

Quest Rockhampton

4.5 out of 5
48 Victoria Parade Rockhampton QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (418 reviews)
Apartment was excellent

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Quest Rockhampton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit