City Centre
Mackay
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Popular places to visit
Water Bird Habitat Conservation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Water Bird Habitat Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Mackay. Stroll along the area's marina or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
Artspace Mackay
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Artspace Mackay in Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in the 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.
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
Rydges Mackay Suites
Always stay here for business - great hotel, good amenities
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Room is good, staff were really friendly
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026
Riviera Mackay
Excellent room Staff extremely helpful and pleasant
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
Really great value for money with included breakfast. Very central. Staff were friendly
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Mid City Motor Inn
Room was clean, bed was good, pool looked good, location to city and board walk excellent, value for money. good shower, a handyman to fix cupboard hinges ect. would be good.
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026
Coral Sands Motel
Room was spotless and host was very friendly and courteous Close to all types of eating venues Enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
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 Great Barrier Reef Arena and BB Print Stadium.
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.
