City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Caneland Central

During your trip to Mackay, you can do some window-shopping at Caneland Central. Stroll along this family-friendly area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.

Caneland Central

Bluewater Lagoon

Bring your family to Bluewater Lagoon and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Mackay. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its cafes.

Bluewater Lagoon

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening in Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre during your trip to Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in this relaxing area.

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

Artspace Mackay

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Artspace Mackay in Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in the area.

Artspace Mackay

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.

Jubilee Park

Mackay Base Hospital

If Mackay Base Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay.

Mackay Base Hospital

Activities

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

NZ$184
per adult
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

NZ$33
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

NZ$22
per adult
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

NZ$97
per adult
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

NZ$183
per adult
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

NZ$96
per adult
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
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Our pick of the best City Centre Hotel Deals

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon

4.5 out of 5
27 Gordon Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is NZ$227 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$227
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (405 reviews)
"A great place to stay. Staff accommodated our request for a late check out. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Quest Mackay on Gordon
Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
2 Macalister St, Mackay, QLD
The price is NZ$140 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$140
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (662 reviews)
"Good value"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Mid City Motor Inn
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

4 out of 5
55-63 River Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is NZ$242 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$242
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Bluewater Lagoon and Artspace Mackay are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (532 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay

4 out of 5
5 - 7 Nelson St, Mackay, QLD
The price is NZ$243 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$243
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (432 reviews)
Great location and wonderful room
"We had a large spacious suite with an extensive balcony area. The staff were very nice and an issue with a tripped fuse was fixed quickly. However over the six nights the room was serviced once and we had to ask for supplies."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Riviera Mackay
Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites

4 out of 5
9 Gregory Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is NZ$258 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$258
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the room service in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Moss on Wood room service was great, large room and comfy, will stay again for sure"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Rydges Mackay Suites
Coral Sands Motel

Coral Sands Motel

3.5 out of 5
44 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is NZ$142 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$142
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (523 reviews)
"Quiet and comfortable acccommodation in a very convenient location, the attached Chinese restaurant with quick and tasty meals is a real bonus. Only downer was poor internet."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Coral Sands Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around City Centre

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Cremorne

While Cremorne isn't home to many top sights, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cremorne
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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.

East Mackay
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South Mackay

South Mackay is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Great Barrier Reef Arena and Illawong Beach.

South Mackay
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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.

West Mackay
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North Mackay

Travellers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.

North Mackay
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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.

Mount Pleasant

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