Central Queensland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.
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
Sunset Instameet tomorrow afternoon!! 🌅📷
I'll be hosting an impromptu sunset Instameet at the Air Sea Rescue Park in 1770 tomorrow afternoon from 6pm! Come on down to check out an awesome sunset over the ocean in the lead up to Australia's first ever Underwater Instameet on Saturday! It's going to be a great weekend on the @southerngreatbarrierreef, can't wait to see everyone there! Tag anyone who you think might be interested in coming along below! 🌅🐠🐟🌴😀
#visitgladstone #southerngreatbarrierreef #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 Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum and Pilbeam Theatre.

Rockhampton City
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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
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
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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
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West Gladstone

When in West Gladstone, you can plan a visit to Gladstone Art Gallery and Museum and Gladstone Entertainment and Convention Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Gladstone
Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre featuring interior views

Parkhurst

Parkhurst is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre and Rockhampton Heritage Village.

Parkhurst
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 ₹5,250 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹5,250
₹5,775 total
1 Feb - 2 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! (831 reviews)
Only a microwave in the motel room. No crockery, cutlery. No tea towels to dry coffee mugs.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
Bayview Tower

Bayview Tower

3.5 out of 5
4 Adelaide Street Yeppoon QLD
The price is ₹11,110 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
₹11,110
₹11,110 total
2 Feb - 3 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (783 reviews)
Room was great. Basic but clean. Great views. Breakfast great. Property was advertised as having parking but there was very very limited parking on site so we had to park on street. Street was steep so taking luggage in and out was a challenge.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Bayview Tower
Rosslyn Bay Resort

Rosslyn Bay Resort

3.5 out of 5
Vin E. Jones Drive Rosslyn QLD
The price is ₹8,832 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
₹8,832
₹9,803 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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! (501 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
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! (835 reviews)
Very clean. Staff professional and incredibly helpful

Reviewed on 17 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! (501 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! (943 reviews)
clean room, friendly staff, great amenities, great breakfast

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel
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.

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