Popular places to visit
Mackay Leisure Centre
Bring your family to Mackay Leisure Centre and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Mackay. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Bucasia Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Bucasia Beach during your travels in Shoal Point?
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
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
Top hotels in Paget
Illawong Beach Resort
Very close to beach, but price was a bit on the high side for age and condition of unit we had.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2023
Coral Cay Resort
All good
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
ibis Mackay
Great
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Excellent rooms, friendly and helpful staff, great location, good amenities with awesome pool.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
White Lace Motor Inn
Excellent bistro @ Bowl Club a block away; receive 10 % off when you show your room key. Older motel right on main highway. Value priced
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Mid City Motor Inn
Staff could not have been more helpful.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Paget
Bakers Creek
Travelers like the golf courses in Bakers Creek, and Black Springs Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are top sights worth seeing.
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.
