The Common Travel Guide
Rockhampton
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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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Capricorn Caves, Australia: 45-Minute Cathedral Cave Tour
Queensland: 90 Minute Capricorn Caves Explorer Tour
Capricorn Caves Cathedral Cave Tour
Top hotels in The Common
Empire Apartment Hotel
"Great service"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Hampton Villa Motel
"Great place for the night travelling through Rockhampton. This is our second time staying here."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Mercure Rockhampton
"Room was comfortable and clean.. only issue soap in shower needed topping up."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Denison Boutique Hotel
"Beautifully maintained 1800's building with a lovely room. Totally enjoyed our stay!"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
"Very run down and rooms were noisy from traffic passing"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
The Edge Apartment Hotel
"Great location, staff friendly and helpful. Room was great with a beautiful river view. Only negative ... no equal sugar"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in The Common
Rockhampton City
While visiting Rockhampton City, you might make a stop by sights like Pilbeam Theatre and Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum.
Gracemere
Gracemere might not have many top sights, but Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo and Rockhampton Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Allenstown
Visitors to Allenstown appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Nissan Navara Arena and Rockhampton Golf Club might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Parkhurst
Parkhurst is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions 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 Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre.
