Etna Creek Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Etna Creek
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre
Enjoy an outing to Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre during your stay in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Rockhampton Heritage Village
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Rockhampton Heritage Village in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Mount Etna Caves National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Etna Caves National Park, a lovely green space in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Kershaw Gardens
Find out about the history of Rockhampton with a stop at Kershaw Gardens. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Activities
Capricorn Caves, Australia: 45-Minute Cathedral Cave Tour
Queensland: 90 Minute Capricorn Caves Explorer Tour
Capricorn Caves: 120 Minute Capricorn Adventurer Tour
Capricorn Caves Cathedral Cave Tour
Cultural Tour on Darumbal, Dharumbal Country
Capricorn Caves Capricorn Explorer
Our pick of the best Etna Creek Hotel Deals
Discovery Parks - Rockhampton
Few things were broken in cabin like,towl rack, but tidy and clean
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Bayview Tower
The highlight of our stay was the view ! We had a level 5 room with 180 degree views of the entire coast. To me, it looked like the lower levels had great views as well. Very nice room that had been renovated not long ago. Biggest tv ever ! We thought the price we payed was great value , especially ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Empire Apartment Hotel
The pictures of the room are from about 10yrs ago. Dirty, mould and leaking toilet. Sheets had stains on them... very disappointed
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Metro Motel Rockhampton
Was loud. It is on the highway. Room was clean and efficient.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Central Park Motel
Great location, close to everything we needed. The room we stayed in was clean and nice. There is a pub just around the corner with meals and pokies. Check in was quick and easy with the very helpful receptionist. We had a pleasant 2 night stay. Thank you.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
The door was very hard to shut. It had to be slammed shut. The aircon in the common are and 1 of the bedrooms didn't work. The place was otherwise ok.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Etna Creek
The Caves
While visiting The Caves, you might make a stop by sights like Capricorn Caves and Mount Etna Caves National Park.
Rockyview
Rockyview might not have many top sights, but Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre and Rockhampton Heritage Village are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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 Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre.
Norman Gardens
Unique features of Norman Gardens include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Mount Archer National Park or Zamia Walk Trailhead while you're exploring the area.
Park Avenue
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Park Avenue. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockland Shopping Centre or Kershaw Gardens.
