Parkhurst Travel Guide
Rockhampton
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mt Archer
You can find out about the history of Rockhampton with a visit to Mt Archer. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
Capricorn Caves Capricorn Explorer
Capricorn Caves, Australia: 45-Minute Cathedral Cave Tour
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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 Pilbeam Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.