Allenstown Travel Guide
Rockhampton
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.
Things to do
Capricorn Caves, Australia: 45-Minute Cathedral Cave Tour
Queensland: 90 Minute Capricorn Caves Explorer Tour
Capricorn Caves Cathedral Cave Tour
Capricorn Caves: 120 Minute Capricorn Adventurer Tour
Capricorn Caves Capricorn Explorer
Top hotels in Allenstown
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
Best Western Cattle City Motor Inn
Excellent location for us to visit Rockhampton Zoo and Botanic Gardens as well as Aged Care Facilities. Close to Woolworths Allenstown too
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
The Q Motel
Tv didn’t work, room was disappointing, old fridge, not planning to stay there again.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Rocky Resort Motor Inn
Big room comfy beds
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Rockhampton Serviced Apartments
Parking was great
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Sun Palms Motel
Room was spotlessly clean. Bed was comfortable. Bathroom new and renovated with an excellent shower. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Allenstown
The Range
Travellers like the golf courses in The Range, and Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Rockhampton City
While visiting Rockhampton City, you might make a stop by sights like Pilbeam Theatre and Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum.
Depot Hill
While Depot Hill isn't home to many top sights, Nissan Navara Arena and Pilbeam Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Wandal
If you're spending some time in Wandal, Rockhampton Showgrounds and 2nd World War Memorial Aquatic Centre are top sights worth seeing.
West Rockhampton
When in West Rockhampton, you can plan a visit to Rockhampton Golf Club and Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
The Common
When in The Common, you can plan a visit to Nissan Navara Arena and Pilbeam Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
