South Mackay
Mackay
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.
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 Basketball Stadium
Catch an event at Mackay Basketball 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
Top hotels in South Mackay
ibis Mackay
the room was clean and the staff were exemplary
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Rydges Mackay Suites
Very clean
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Room was spotless, staff were courteous and accommodating. The only issue or concern was the exit to the parking seemed to be left open which raised concerns for safety. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Pacific Sands Apartments
Great place to stay but the experience is let down by terrible WiFi
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Coral Cay Resort
Very friendly staff clean comfortable will come dinner was very good
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Mackay Resort Motel
The room was clean, close to everything.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Mackay
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.
West Mackay
West Mackay is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens and Pioneer Valley.
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.
North Mackay
Travelers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
