The Caves Travel Guide
Rockhampton





Popular places to visit

Capricorn Caves
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Capricorn Caves during your travels in Rockhampton. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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.

Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo during your trip to 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.

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.
Top hotels in The Caves

Capricorn Caves - Caravan Park
Very clean. Large cabin with plenty of room for families.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Bayview Tower
Room was great. Basic but clean. Great views. Breakfast great. Property was advertised as having parking but there was very very limited parking on site so we had to park on street. Street was steep so taking luggage in and out was a challenge.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
Room was clean and the owner OJ was helpful and courteous
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Empire Apartment Hotel
Realized at check-in that we had the wrong room booked. Easily upgraded at a reasonable price. Washer and dryer worked well. Staff very friendly and helpful. Small deck great for morning coffee. Located on the river with a nice walking path.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Rosslyn Bay Resort
Great staff. We had bad luck with rainy day and the staff helped us to find things to do and give us a nice upgrade for our room.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Centrepoint Motor Inn
Clean room, easy access, close to F&B options
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Caves

Etna Creek
If you're spending some time in Etna Creek, Long Island Bend Conservation Park is a top sight worth visiting.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
