Rockhampton City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sign with text about the Tropic of Capricorn and Central Queensland.
A large church with a prominent steeple and a bell tower.
A bridge over a river with mountains in the background.
A building with a large white dome and a tall vertical structure in front.
A red tram with 'Rockhampton Council Tramways' written on it, inside a covered area with metal beams and a chain barrier.

Stay near popular Rockhampton City attractions

Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum

8.6/10 (10 reviews)
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum during your trip to Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Activities

Capricorn Caves, Australia: 45-Minute Cathedral Cave Tour

Capricorn Caves, Australia: 45-Minute Cathedral Cave Tour

AU$40
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Capricorn Caves, Australia: 45-Minute Cathedral Cave Tour
Capricorn Caves Cathedral Cave Tour

Capricorn Caves Cathedral Cave Tour

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Capricorn Caves Cathedral Cave Tour
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Our pick of the best Rockhampton City Hotel Deals

Metro Motel Rockhampton

Metro Motel Rockhampton

3.5 out of 5
110 George St (Bruce Hwy) Rockhampton QLD
The price is AU$131 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$131
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Metro Motel Rockhampton
Empire Apartment Hotel

Empire Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1-5 East Street Rockhampton QLD
The price is AU$269 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$269
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (880 reviews)
"Great location and clean room"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Empire Apartment Hotel
Hampton Villa Motel

Hampton Villa Motel

3 out of 5
29, Alma Street Rockhampton QLD
The price is AU$140 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$140
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (566 reviews)
"Room was ok. Was informed on check in that there was a massive puddle of water in front of the bathroom door and extended all the way to the front door. Can't understand why there was anything one about this. We were told there wasn't another room to be moved to, but we got stuck with it and there ..."

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Hampton Villa Motel
The Edge Apartment Hotel

The Edge Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
102 Victoria Parade Rockhampton QLD
Fully refundable
The price is AU$240 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$240
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Pilbeam Theatre and Rockhampton Art Gallery ...
9/10 Wonderful! (530 reviews)
"Nice room, good shower."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

The Edge Apartment Hotel
Rockhampton Riverside Central Hotel

Rockhampton Riverside Central Hotel

3 out of 5
31 Bolsover St Rockhampton QLD
The price is AU$123 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$123
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Rockhampton Art Gallery and Pilbeam Theatre are located ...
7/10 Good! (157 reviews)
"Our room smelled so awful that we couldn't stay there. We ended up sleeping in the car in the parking lot because we weren't offered another room."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

Rockhampton Riverside Central Hotel
Denison Boutique Hotel

Denison Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
233 Denison Street Rockhampton QLD
The price is AU$169 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$169
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Rockhampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Trains were loud but great value for money"

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Denison Boutique Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Rockhampton City

Find the best Rockhampton City areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

A rock formation entrance to Dreamtime Cultural Centre with signage indicating opening hours and guided tour times.

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.

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.

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.

A mountainous landscape with rolling hills and scattered trees.

Berserker

You'll enjoy the riverfront and shopping in Berserker. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockland Shopping Centre or Mt Archer.

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