Set amongst the Berserker ranges and mighty ‘Toonoonba’ or Fitzroy River, get ready to discover Rockhampton’s charming heritage, voyage the city’s outdoor experiences, and absorb its contemporary charisma.
Booming in the 1800’s, the city of Rockhampton boasts some of Queensland’s most premier heritage streetscapes and architecture thanks to the city’s merchant, maritime and gold rush history.
Elegant and impressive heritage listed buildings and factories, swathes of lush, sub-tropical rainforest, and magnificent views of the Fitzroy River make Rockhampton a truly unforgettable place.
Straddling the Tropic of Capricorn, Rockhampton spoils visitors with its warm, subtropical climate with more than 300 days of sunshine each year.
With iconic bull statues proudly peppered throughout the city, it is impossible to ignore you are in the Beef Capital of Australia.
As you dine in our mouth-watering restaurants, cafes and pubs, you will experience some of the best beef in Australia, not to mention sweet, juicy Barramundi freshly caught from the Fitzroy River – the home of the Barramundi for over 40,000 years.
Rockhampton is also a major Barramundi and Threadfin hotspot, hosting national and international competitions to catch the trophy-sized behemoths swimming in the Fitzroy River. So don’t forget to bring your fishing rod!
The city is surrounded by mountains, rivers, parks and native bush land, making it the perfect place to reconnect with nature.
Mount Archer and First Turkey are the city’s iconic hiking and mountain biking meccas with unique mountain bike and walking trails.
Hiking, biking, swimming or fishing in the regions bush lands and rivers are some of the best ways to explore the local wildlife, unforgettable scenery and discover the Rockhampton’s hidden gems.
Explore Rockhampton today.
Visitor Information
Phone: 1300 22 55 77
Email: tourism@rrc.qld.gov.au
Website: explorerockhampton.com.au
