Parkhurst Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre during your travels 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.
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.
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.
Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum
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.
Activities
Capricorn Caves, Australia: 45-Minute Cathedral Cave Tour
Queensland: 90 Minute Capricorn Caves Explorer Tour
Capricorn Caves: 120 Minute Capricorn Adventurer Tour
Our pick of the best Parkhurst Hotel Deals
Quality Resort Parkhurst
Rooms are a good size and very clean with comfortable beds and everything you need for a great stay. Best place to stay for us.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Casa Nostra Motel
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Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
True Blue Motor Inn
The room is spacious and clean, and key pickup and drop-off process outside staff hours was easy and convenient. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Capricorn Motel & Conference Centre
Great rooms and facilities
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Bayview Tower
Great value for money with million $ view. Breakfast included was a pleasant surprise & very quick service. Rooms very practical & beds super comfy & clean. Would definitely choose to stay here again
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
Room was clean and tidy. Road noise early morning.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Parkhurst
Glenlee
While there might not be top attractions in Glenlee, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rockhampton Heritage Village and Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre.
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.
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.
Rockyview
Rockyview might not have many top sights, but Rockhampton Heritage Village and Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Frenchville
When in Frenchville, you can plan a visit to Stockland Shopping Centre and Mount Archer National Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
