Top Things to do in Rockhampton
9 Sights & Landmarks in Rockhampton That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Rockhampton, Australia including Great Western Hotel - Arena, Rod Laver, CBD Heritage Walk Rockhampton, St Joseph's Cathedral, Riverside Precinct, Kershaw Gardens, Grasstree Lookout, Dreamtime Cultural Centre, St Paul's Cathedral.
Restaurants in Rockhampton
1. Great Western Hotel - Arena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Established in 1862, Rockhampton’s iconic Great Western Hotel has a rich history and is today a national tourist destination. With four bars, beer garden, award winning Bullhead Steakhouse, air-conditioned gaming room, keno, pool table, mechanical bull and a large undercover entertainment arena the Great Western Hotel is unrivalled and is often referred to as ‘Australia’s Most Unique Pub’. The venue is renowned for attracting major events to the region including bull riding and many headline music acts. The Great Western Hotel caters to in excess of 260,000 patrons each year and is a ‘bucket list’ destination where visitors can experience the unique atmosphere of the Hotel itself and the bull riding and music arena. The Great Western Hotel has featured in numerous tourism TV programs in Australia and abroad. Plus every Wednesday and Friday night there is live bull riding which is very popular with locals and tourists visiting the region.
2. Rod Laver
3. CBD Heritage Walk Rockhampton
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Michael-4551 - Caloundra, Australia
We wanted to check out the historic buildings along Quay Street and found a brochure which listed the buildings and had a short history on each one. Well worth doing if you want to discover Rockhamptons early history.
4. St Joseph's Cathedral
5. Riverside Precinct
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
The Rockhampton Riverside Precinct is a combination of natural beauty and rich and majestic heritage that has been redeveloped into a community meeting and celebration space the equal of any in Australia. Be sure to check out the cooling landscape features, unique activity areas for the young and young at heart and the Adventure Playground with the kids!
Reviewed By kpiddy - Brisbane, Australia
Congratulations Rockhampton on creating the Riverside Precinct, what a beautiful public space to be enjoyed by many. The precinct begins at the Fitzroy Bridge following the river down towards the town centre. There were plenty of shady trees throughout the parkland, loads of birdlife in the trees, wide sealed paths and ramps, a lift located opposite the beautiful old banking building currently housing the Riverston Tea Rooms, an amphitheatre overlooking the river and Mt. Archer in the distance. There were also undercover bar-b-q facilities, bench chairs and information boards with interesting facts. I'm so pleased to have discovered the Riverside Precinct, a great place to enjoy on this afternoon in July.
6. Kershaw Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 123 reviews
Kershaw Gardens has been described as Rockhampton’s big back yard for all people to enjoy. These magnificent gardens stretch one kilometre parallel to the Bruce Highway and provide an attractive, peaceful setting within North Rockhampton. Enjoy the spacious parklands with walking tracks, play areas for the kids and spectacular photo opportunities including a magnificent waterfall. This is THE PLACE to stop if you have children! Since 1988, the Gardens has undertaken a number of significant changes, but none more so than the redevelopment of the Central section which was finalised in the winter 2018. Built for families, parties, small events and outdoor activities the central section of the Kershaw Gardens is a must do. Don't miss: Wyatt's Wonder Web: Originally designed for New York’s Central Park, Wyatt’s Wonder Web includes five levels of play for kids and adults too. Standing at nine metres high, climb through various obstacles including climbing ropes, ladders and tunnels.
Reviewed By RSV_12 - Brisbane, Australia
It is really amazing what can be achieved even on a relatively small patch of land in the middle of a busy city environment. The Kershaw Gardens are remarkable. They are exceptionally popular with locals and visitors alike. These gardens have something for everyone - modern, safe and exciting playgrounds for kids, walking tracks and even a Very picturesque waterfall. The waterfall is totally beautiful - with water cascading from the rocks into a lovely pond surrounded by lush tropical plants with various palms reflected in the pond's waters - a perfect postcard or wall calendar image. A must visit when in Rockhampton. Many thanks to everyone who created this lovely park and maintains it.
7. Grasstree Lookout
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By mccorquinn - Gold Coast, Australia
Mount Archer - Nurim to the Indigenous population - overlooks the valley in which Rockhampton is located, and to the distant ranges beyond. Accordingly it is well worth the very steep drive - and even steeper walk - to the lookout for these spectacular views. At the Lookout there are toilets and very helpful open-sided shelters with explanations of the walking tracks of varying degrees of difficulty. And abundant information on the wildlife to be experienced on the mountain including, in recent times, wild pigs: so beware! The main road to the mountain is Moores Creek Road which leads on to Kerrigan Street, Dean Street and Frenchville Road. It's this last that takes you steeply up the essentially one and a half road to the summit. But the views, and the beautiful carved sandstone surrounds leading to the disabled-friendly path to the actual balustraded lookout, will amply reward your effort.
8. Dreamtime Cultural Centre
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By 970ChrisS - Colchester, United Kingdom
The friendly welcome and guided walk and tour was excellent, all our questions were answered by our very knowledgeable guide, Wayne. We learnt about history, culture, special places, significant people and events. Good displays, spread over several areas. Listening to a didgeridoo expertly played in a cave was spine chilling. We even got to try boomerang throwing (under instruction) with some success in getting them to return! We then learnt from Francis about Torres Straits indigenous people, the islands, life and history, and his family link to the fight for aboriginal land rights. Don't miss a chance to visit this centre, and take your camera as the art work is brilliant.
