Rockhampton Holiday Cabins & Accommodation

Getting to Your Rockhampton Accommodation

Your Rockhampton accommodation is accessible via several transport options. Several scenic highways, including the Pacific Coast Way and Capricorn Way, connect Rockhampton to the rest of the country. Visitors from various cities can take the rail services offered by Queensland Rail, including the scenic Tilt Train along the coast from Brisbane. This high-speed train travels through some of Queensland's most iconic destinations.

The Greyhound Australia bus company connects Rockhampton to all major cities in Australia. Arriving from cities farther away, such as Sydney or Melbourne, requires a transfer in Brisbane. For visitors arriving by air, Rockhampton Airport is well-positioned to the centre of town. You can take local taxis, Uber, or the local Sunbus service to get around town.

What to Eat on Your Rockhampton Holiday

The self-proclaimed 'Beef Capital of Australia' offers its fair share of steaks and burgers, but there's plenty of other dining options in Rockhampton. Restaurants here cater also to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets, as well as to different budgets.

Organic teas, an appealing selection of coffees, and quality breakfasts and lunches make Cafe Bliss one of the best places to eat in Rockhampton. Cafe Bliss prepares all food on-site from fresh ingredients. In the evening, their Bliss by Night restaurant brings out its à la carte menu with tapas, mains, and desserts. They have carb-free, gluten-free, and vegan options. Make a reservation before visiting Bliss by Night.

For great drinks and local food, visit Boathouse. The beautiful waterfront scenery and spacious deck, combined with a menu featuring fresh seafood and produce, all make Boathouse the place for a quality experience with family and friends. The style award goes to Headrick's Lane, with its grand historical facade leading into a modern interior. Inside, you'll find bar, cafe, and restaurant areas offering both formal and casual dining. There's a menu featuring progressive seasonal cooking, and a microbrewery showcasing some of Queensland's best brewers.

Family Holidays in Rockhampton

Right in central Rockhampton, you'll find Rocky Bowl & Leisure. This fun centre is filled with activities, from glow-in-the-dark bowling and laser tag, to underwater-themed minigolf. You can enjoy a cup of coffee and watch your kids engage all their senses, or join in the fun as a family. The centre offers discounts to groups of 4 or more people.

Yeppoon is a 30-minute drive from Rockhampton. This coastal village is full of activities for children of all ages, whether in the water or under the sun. Take the kids to the Keppel Kraken water play park and spend the day splashing in the middle of town. Koorana Crocodile Farm, a short drive from Yeppoon, offers educational tours and activities for children. Your kids will learn more about these native reptiles' behaviours, and even take part in feeding them.

Mt Hay Gemstone Tourist Park, in Wycarbah, is a place where the whole family can dig out thundereggs. Thundereggs, or ‘volcanic birthstones,’ look like ordinary rocks, but once cut they reveal beautiful patterns of minerals. You'll enjoy discovering all the different kinds of gems while learning about the geological processes behind these stones.

What to Do and See in Rockhampton

Rockhampton is a regional tourist centre, with plenty to experience. Rockhampton Botanic Gardens are the oldest public gardens in Queensland, an expansive space that offers a bit of tranquillity and peace. It includes sections like experimental and Japanese gardens, and Rockhampton Zoo is also located nearby. The zoo is free and presents various native and exotic animals. For visitors who desire a taste of regional culture, the Rockhampton Art Gallery is an excellent place to visit. The gallery features modernist works from regional artists, as well as educational programming for adults and families.

An affordable and fun visit to the Rockhampton Heritage Village is a great adventure idea for the family. Vintage vehicles, a room of clocks, wooden cabins, woodcutters camp, a blacksmith shop, and a variety of friendly farm animals are all yours to enjoy. Another top attraction in the Rockhampton area is the Capricorn Caves. Explore these extensive limestone caves on a guided tour, and if you're lucky, you might even spot some bats. Just outside of Rockhampton is Mount Archer National Park. The park offers some of the best viewpoints of the city and its surroundings. You can also partake in activities such as bushwalking, rock climbing, and birdwatching here.

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