Nicknamed the engine room of Queensland, Gladstone is the state’s biggest port city, nestled between the Calliope and Boyne Rivers.
Attractions
Explore the coastline by heading south to the coastal communities of Tannum Sands, 1770 Agnes Water and surrender to a slower pace.
Adventure lovers will enjoy the Gladstone section of Kroombit Tops National Park with its bumpy 4WD tracks.
Hop on a boat at the Gladstone Marina and within two hours you’ll find yourself floating on the iconic Southern Great Barrier Reef.
Head to Heron Island for the day and stroll the beach where you may see turtles in the shallows. Lady Musgrave Island is great for a day trip.
Stay
Gladstone has a variety of accommodation including camping grounds, hotels and apartments. Apartments G60 Gladstone managed by Metro Hotels boasts 20 well-appointed and fully self-contained two bedroom-two-bathroom apartments with large balconies.
Lagoons 1770 Resort and Spa has112 luxe studios and apartments at its secluded beach resort. It is a 3-minute walk to the beach and a 4-minute drive from the centre of Agnes Water.
Boyne Island and Tannum Sands Camping Grounds is nestled on the banks of the Boyne River.
Dine
Gladstone is well catered for when it comes to dining with suggestions including Rocksalt Bar and Restaurant and the Outlook Cafe.
The City Farmers Markets are held in the heart of Gladstone’s Central Business District at Library Square selling fresh produce and handmade arts and crafts.
Drift & Wood at Agnes Waters showcases fresh local seasonal produce.
Plantation Bar & Restaurant at Lagoons 1770 Resort and Spa serves locally sourced seafood and grass-fed meat. For coffee try 1770 Getaway Garden Cafe.
