Gladstone is a city in Queensland on Australia's popular east coast. The town sits at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef, and has a fascinating history due to its proximity to Agnes Water and the interesting town of 177 - named in tribute to Captain Cook's second landing. Rockhampton is the next major city due north, giving the Gladstone region plenty of cultural and natural attractions so car hire in Gladstone is popular. Gladstone town is dotted with seafood restaurants and parkland, making it family friendly - but with a classy edge.
Hiring a car in Gladstone is available from Aerodrome Road, or pickup-points throughout Queensland.
Gladstone is known as an access point to the Southern Barrier Reef, as well as being in close proximity to Kroombit Tops National Park in the Boyne Valley, and Lake Awoonga - half an hour south on the Gladstone Benaraby Road. The area has some astounding natural attractions for those hiring a car in Gladstone.
Captain Cook enthusiasts will enjoy the quaint towns of 1770 and Agnes Water, which are less than an hour-and-a-half south on National Highway 1. Rockhampton is about the same distance north, where you'll find the Capricorn Caves - perfect for a hot day. Rent a car in Gladstone and explore one of the most interesting parts of Australia.
