Visit South Mackay
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.
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.
Great Barrier Reef Arena
Catch an event at Great Barrier Reef Arena during your trip to Mackay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Mackay Basketball Stadium
Catch an event at Mackay Basketball Stadium during your trip to Mackay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
BB Print Stadium
Catch an event at BB Print Stadium during your trip to Mackay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
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: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins
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
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Airlie Beach: Eco Sunrise Kangaroos & Drovers Breakfast Tour
Top hotels in South Mackay
ibis Mackay
Room was clean.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
White Lace Motor Inn
Fridge was turned off & door open with a wet towel on the floor
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Coral Cay Resort
Awesome
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Mid City Motor Inn
Functional, clean and met its purpose. Bed very comfort.
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Quest Mackay on Gordon
The room was comfortable. The pool was nice and the staff were all exceptional. Thanks for the great stay!
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Country Plaza Motor Inn
Staff Amazing. Room a bit dated but very clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Mackay
East Mackay
Unique features of East Mackay include the restaurants and beaches. Make a stop by Town Beach or Ken Burgess Orchid House 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.
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.
Paget
Travelers like the theme parks in Paget, and Mackay Leisure Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Foulden
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Foulden and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.
