Southern Great Barrier Reef Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southern Great Barrier Reef
Where to stay in Southern Great Barrier Reef
Bargara
Bargara is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Bargara Beach and Neilson Park while you're in town.
Elliott Heads
Travellers like the parks in Elliott Heads, and Elliot Heads Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Burnett Heads
Burnett Heads might not have many top sights, but Oaks Beach and Mon Repos Turtle Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mon Repos
While visiting Mon Repos, you might make a stop by sights like Mon Repos Turtle Centre and Mon Repos Beach.
Rockhampton City
While visiting Rockhampton City, you might make a stop by sights like Pilbeam Theatre and Rockhampton Art Gallery.
Innes Park
Innes Park is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bundaberg area, you might plan a trip to Kelly's Beach or Bargara Beach.
- Our pick of the best Southern Great Barrier Reef Hotel Deals
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Quality Resort Parkhurst
Staffs were brilliant and very helpful. They went above and beyond for our comfort. The food was amazing. 10 out of 10. The staffs at the restaurant and at reception made us feel special and attended to all our needs despite getting there late. Our new favourite and go to place in Rocky
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Bayview Tower
For a premium price in Yeppoon, the room was well below expectations. The toilet seat was not properly attached. The quilt was covered with sheets, but when the top sheet came away it revealed worn holes through the quilt. In addition, the main coffee machine at the buffet was not working, leaving ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
Comfortable room. They had ABC on the TV. Great Malaysian restaurant right next door that opened at 4.30 pm. Best Nasi Lemak. Relaxed staff
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Empire Apartment Hotel
Great hotel, and everything was close by, and staff was lovely
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Don Pancho by the Beach
Small room, but clean and the air conditioning was excellent
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Kellys Beach Resort
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Popular places to visit
Bargara Beach
Explore the pretty foreshore reserve, spot turtle tracks in the sand and splash in the gentle waves at one of Bundaberg’s most popular beaches.
Agnes Water Beach
Hit the ocean swells on the most northerly surf beach on Australia’s east coast and explore seaside villages, scenic camping spots and pristine protected foreshore.
1770 Marina
Explore the waterfront in Seventeen Seventy with a trip to 1770 Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Gladstone Marina
Go on a relaxing cruise, have a picnic in the park or watch the boats cruise past in this modern and picturesque boat harbor in central Queensland.
Kelly's Beach
Explore this pretty beach fronting Bundaberg’s coastal fringe to swim and surf in the gentle waves or go fishing in the clear ocean waters.
Main Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Yeppoon? Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
- Nissan Navara Arena
- Bargara Beach
- Bundaberg Rum Distillery
- Agnes Water Beach
- 1770 Marina
- Mon Repos Turtle Centre
- Gladstone Marina
- Kelly's Beach
- Main Beach
- Keppel Bay Marina
- Rosslyn Bay
- Bundaberg Hospital
- Central Queensland University
- Rockhampton Hospital
- Mater Hospital
- Rockhampton Showgrounds
- Yeppoon Central Shopping Centre
- Stockland Shopping Centre
- Capricorn Caves
- Gladstone Yacht Club
- Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo
- Hillcrest Rockhampton Private Hospital
- Barney Point Beach
- Gladstone Entertainment and Convention Centre
- Great Keppel Beach
- Heron Island Ferry Terminal
- Five Rocks
- Mount Archer National Park
- Agnes Water Museum and Visitor Centre
- Mount Larcom Walking Trail Access
- Innes Park
