Central Queensland & Bundaberg Holidays - Country Cities - Gladstone

Gladstone region mixes industry with lifestyle and offers great diversity for visitors from the city to the coast and the mountains to the coral cays of the Great Barrier Reef.

Gladstone lies on the shores of Port Curtis - Queensland's busiest harbour. It is the site of major industries and home to the world's largest alumina plant. Gladstone enjoys its success by having exceptionally good local facilities in what is one of Queensland's tidiest towns. From the parklands to the marina, the gallery to the botanic gardens and the nearby beach communities, there is no shortage of places for visitors and residents to enjoy their favourite pastimes.

Explore a little further and discover the region's highlights such as Lake Awoonga, famous for its barramundi. See the early history of the region at the Calliope River Historical Village or head for the high country at Kroombit Tops and Mt Larcom. Offshore, Heron Island on the Great Barrier Reef is a haven for marine creatures and birdlife including the island's namesake. Discover the reef's treasures by staying at the island's P&O resort.

Don't Miss

• Giants of Industry - Free tours are available to Gladstone's major industrial facilities.
• Port of Gladstone and Marina - From coal carriers to yachts, this is Queensland's busiest harbour. The picturesque marina is the finishing post for Queensland's most famous yacht race. Spinnaker Park, on the harbourfront, includes picnic areas and beach.
• Auckland Hill - This garden oasis provides panoramic views across Port Curtis.
• Queensland Alumina - See the world's largest alumina plant from the lookout.
• Gladstone Art Gallery and Museum - The heritage listed former Town Hall, now a gallery, celebrates the city's namesake - William Ewart Gladstone and the iconic Gladstone Bag.
• Tondoon Gardens - Tondoon's 83 hectares of native flora includes walking tracks, a lake, orchid house, cafe, Japanese Tea House and picnic areas.
• Gecko Valley Winery - The vineyard includes a cellar door, cafe and gallery.
• Boyne Island - Lying in a loop of the Boyne River, Boyne Island is a peaceful residential community, popular with anglers.
• Tannum Sands - A modern seaside community with a long sandy beach backed by the Millennium Esplanade picnic areas.
• Curtis Island - Take the ferry to Curtis Island and see the harbour into the bargain.
• Heron Island - This P&O resort on the reef is a haven for nesting birds and turtles and an excellent way of discovering the corals.
• Lake Awoonga - The lake is the water source for the region, a wildlife sanctuary, a popular recreational area and barramundi heaven for anglers.
• The Calliope River Historical Village - A fascinating journey through yesteryear and discover the region's colonial heritage.