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
If Mackay Base Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay.
Activities
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Our pick of the best South Mackay Hotel Deals
ibis Mackay
Room was clean, sadly I was separated from my wife and child as we were unable to get adjoining rooms.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Cottage in South Mackay
Compact single level home with pool and huge fenced yard
Perfect place for me and my kids. House is super kid friendly and had everything we needed
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025
White Lace Motor Inn
Fridge was turned off & door open with a wet towel on the floor
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Coral Cay Resort
All good - a bed lamp on side of bed where the bedside table was is needed And maybe a blind on window as only block out curtain or bare window - need draw curtain for daytime light but then people can see in
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Mid City Motor Inn
Functional, clean and met its purpose. Bed very comfort.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 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
While visiting City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central.
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
Travellers like the theme parks in Paget, and Mackay Leisure Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cremorne
While Cremorne isn't home to many top sights, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are some notable places to visit nearby.
Foulden
Foulden might not have many top sights, but Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
