City Centre Travel Guide
Mackay
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Artspace Mackay
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Artspace Mackay in Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in the area.
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.
Mackay Base Hospital
If Mackay Base Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay.
Top hotels in City Centre
Rydges Mackay Suites
Always stay here for business - great hotel, good amenities
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Quest Mackay on Gordon
The carpet squares were falling apart. There was mold in the shower grout. The shower faucet was limited to dispense only Luke warm water. I would not stay again.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Riviera Mackay
Excellent room Staff extremely helpful and pleasant
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
Really great value for money with included breakfast. Very central. Staff were friendly
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Mid City Motor Inn
Room was clean, bed was good, pool looked good, location to city and board walk excellent, value for money. good shower, a handyman to fix cupboard hinges ect. would be good.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Coral Sands Motel
Room was spotless and host was very friendly and courteous Close to all types of eating venues Enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around City Centre
Cremorne
While Cremorne isn't home to many top sights, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
South Mackay
South Mackay is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Great Barrier Reef Arena and BB Print Stadium.
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.
North Mackay
Travellers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
