Visit North Mackay
Popular places to visit
Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens
You can find out about the history of Mackay with a trip to Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina, or simply enjoy its cafes.
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.
Harrup Park
Harrup Park is just one of the places to see in Mackay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along this relaxing area's marina, or simply enjoy its cafes.
Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard
Explore the waterfront in Mackay with a trip to Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the cafes.
Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre
You can enjoy retail therapy at Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre during your visit to Mackay. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina, 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.
Things to do
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Top hotels in North Mackay
Kooyong Hotel
Always a pleasant stay at this hotel. The receptionist is welcoming and friendly, always willing to assist if issues arise. The rooms are always clean and tidy, the aircon is cold and refreshing and the shower is great. Perfect place to stop overnight.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Central Tourist Park
Clean
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025
White Lace Motor Inn
Room was clean and tidy. Check in process was good. Continental breakfast was easy. The mattresses were a bit uncomfortable but other than that, everything was seamless
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Coral Cay Resort
I stay here often as Coral Cay is my hotel of choice when I travel, because they never falter when it comes to their beautiful well presented rooms and facilities. We had a hiccup with our room and straight away they put us in another room, no questions asked. So based on emergencies the communication ...
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Rydges Mackay Suites
Great location, lovely reception staff, close to bars and shops. Housekeeping service and cleaning left a little to be desired.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Always a pleasure to stay at quest. Great service and the amenities are always great.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Mackay
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.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Mackay Harbour
Mackay Harbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard and Water Bird Habitat Conservation Area.
Andergrove
While Andergrove isn't home to many top sights, Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens and Blacks Beach Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
