Capricorn Touristic Region

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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.
A very unique place - Mt Hay. I just loved the rustic camp sign on the ground. It was such a great spot. Read all about it here. :) https://www.facebook.com/4pairsofItchyFeet/posts/1072412786163075
THUNDER EGGS! What are Thundereggs? 120 million years ago when Mt Hay was an active volcano, Rhyolite lava would spill over and gases were trapped creating bubble like structures that became filled with semi-precious minerals such as Quartz, Amethyst, Agate and Jasper. Over time, the lava has broken down to reveal egg shaped rocks (or volcanic birthstones) that are ready to be discovered.

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

If you're spending some time in Rockhampton City, Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum and Pilbeam Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Rockhampton City
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Gracemere

While Gracemere isn't home to many top sights, Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo and Rockhampton Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gracemere
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Allenstown

Allenstown is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo and Nissan Navara Arena while you're in town.

Allenstown
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Kawana

Kawana might not have many top sights, but Stockland Shopping Centre and Kershaw Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kawana
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
Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo

The Range

Travelers like the golf courses in The Range, and Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo is a top attraction you might want to visit.

The Range
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Bayview Tower

Bayview Tower

3.5 out of 5
4 Adelaide Street Yeppoon QLD
$134 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
$134 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Yeppoon. Enjoy free breakfast, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (788 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 Jan 11, 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
$63 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
$69 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (835 reviews)
Nice place

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst

4.5 out of 5
984 Yaamba Road Parkhurst QLD
$106 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
$117 total
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (563 reviews)
good clean ammentities. pool was pretty warm an could maybe use a shadesail. club next door so easy meals.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Quality Resort Parkhurst
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Empire Apartment Hotel

Empire Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1-5 East Street Rockhampton QLD
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (839 reviews)
Great staff, location and room

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

Empire Apartment Hotel
Rosslyn Bay Resort

Rosslyn Bay Resort

3.5 out of 5
Vin E. Jones Drive Rosslyn QLD
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Rosslyn. Enjoy a full-service spa, a business center, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (502 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 Jan 13, 2026

Rosslyn Bay Resort
The Edge Apartment Hotel

The Edge Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
102 Victoria Parade Rockhampton QLD
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Pilbeam Theatre and Rockhampton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (510 reviews)
Spotlessly clean room

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

The Edge Apartment Hotel
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Popular places to visit

Stunning sky-shows at dawn and dusk!

Keppel Bay Marina

Explore the waterfront in Rosslyn with a trip to Keppel Bay Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Keppel Bay Marina
Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo

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.

Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo
Panorama of the sandstone escarpment at Blackdown Tableland National Park, Queensland, Australia.

Blackdown Tableland National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Blackdown Tableland National Park, a lovely green space in Wallaroo.

Blackdown Tableland National Park
Rockhampton

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.

Capricorn Caves
Rockhampton Heritage Village featuring heritage elements and signage

Rockhampton Heritage Village

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Rockhampton Heritage Village during your travels in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Rockhampton Heritage Village
Mount Archer National Park

Mount Archer National Park

Get a closer look at Rockhampton’s dramatic mountain backdrop when you explore the network of hiking trails that traverse the bushland plateau.

Mount Archer National Park

Cities near Capricorn Touristic Region

Black Coal Mining, Stockpiling Coal, Sunset Silhouette

Blackwater

Wolfalg Peak, Clermont

Clermont

Aerial panorama of Cardinia Reservoir lake and dam wall

Emerald

Rockhampton

Rockhampton

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