City Centre
Mackay
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Popular places to visit
Caneland Central
During your trip to Mackay, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Caneland Central. Stroll along this family-friendly area's marina, or simply enjoy its cafes.
Bluewater Lagoon
Bring your family to Bluewater Lagoon and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Mackay. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its cafes.
Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening at Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre during your trip to Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in this relaxing area.
Jubilee Park
After visiting Jubilee Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in this relaxing area.
Artspace Mackay
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Artspace Mackay in Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in the area.
Mackay Base Hospital
Though Mackay Base Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay while you are here.
Things to do
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins
Top hotels in City Centre
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Reception staff were amazing. Very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
Mid City Motor Inn
Staff could not have been more helpful.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
Rydges Mackay Suites
The hotel is very convenient to all of Mackay, enjoyed our mini break only small down is the very minimal range of equipment in the fitness centre. The breakfast was really great super selection, highly suggest booking breakfast when booking your room. Overall agreat stay as usual many thanks
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
The room was spacious, comfortable and the bed was huge. The bathroom was designed for disabled access so had plenty of space. Kitchen facilities were excellent.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Coral Sands Motel
Nice place.. lots of opt Ions for dining
Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025
Riviera Mackay
Clean room, but had Clean the room sign out for three days. ( Not done) ended up asking cleaner for clean towels. A little disappointing
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City Centre
Cremorne
Though Cremorne might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central.
East Mackay
Unique features of East Mackay include the restaurants and beaches. Make a stop by Ken Burgess Orchid House or Town Beach while you're exploring the area.
South Mackay
South Mackay is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like BB Print Stadium and Great Barrier Reef Arena.
West Mackay
West Mackay is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pioneer Valley and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.
North Mackay
Travelers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Mount Pleasant
Visitors to Mount Pleasant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre is worth a stop.
