Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Mackay March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Mackay Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay.dx6053153)[Hotels in Mackay](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay-Hotels.d6053153.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Mackay](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Mackay.d6053153.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Mackay Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Mackay.d6053153.Car-Hire-Guide)[Mackay Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay.d6053153.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Mackay ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Mackay Types of activities Where to stay [Mackay travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay.dx6053153) ![Mackay featuring a bay or harbour, landscape views and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053153/b01f8ee3-b6b8-4c96-9edd-279b2f61d193.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape Hillsborough National Park showing cuddly or friendly animals and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563668377/ed4cf04f-e1e2-4484-913a-f75b81a8f2e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape Hillsborough National Park featuring a sunset and general coastal views as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563668377/2eb72145-4dd8-48e0-813e-be67fc619899.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape Hillsborough National Park showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563668377/0bb5413c-5481-452d-a628-ba254e1fe9c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape Hillsborough National Park showing cuddly or friendly animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563668377/0f1f3de3-4df5-4974-b68e-1a53807f8f50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Mackay Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Mackay has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Mackay, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Mackay with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Mackay Mackay is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Mackay, and make it a breeze to explore Mackay and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Mackay to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Mackay, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Mackay | Number of things to do | 7 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins](/things-to-do/sarina-rum-distillery-guided-tour-and-tasting.a47671319.activity-details): £11 | | Top 5 things to do | [Mackay: Jet Boat Ride: Wettest ride in Aus](/things-to-do/mackay-jet-boat-ride-wettest-ride-in-aus.a50527658.activity-details)[Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings](/things-to-do/sarina-guided-tour-of-the-sarina-sugar-shed-with-tasting.a44517955.activity-details)[Airlie Beach: Kangaroos on the beach at dawn.](/things-to-do/airlie-beach-eco-sunrise-kangaroos-drovers-breakfast-tour.a50882622.activity-details)[Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure](/things-to-do/mackay-finch-hatton-gorge-hike-swim-platypus-adventure.a48369860.activity-details)[Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins](/things-to-do/sarina-rum-distillery-guided-tour-and-tasting.a47671319.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings](/things-to-do/sarina-guided-tour-of-the-sarina-sugar-shed-with-tasting.a44517955.activity-details) | | With kids | [Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings](/things-to-do/sarina-guided-tour-of-the-sarina-sugar-shed-with-tasting.a44517955.activity-details)[Airlie Beach: Kangaroos on the beach at dawn.](/things-to-do/airlie-beach-eco-sunrise-kangaroos-drovers-breakfast-tour.a50882622.activity-details)[Eungella Platypus Tour](/things-to-do/chasing-waterfalls-at-finch-hatton-gorge.a46335826.activity-details)[Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay](/things-to-do/adrenaline-jet-boat-rides-in-pioneer-river-mackay.a50097198.activity-details) | ## What to do in Mackay --- ### Popular places to visit ![Melaleuca forest with beautiful scenery especially after some rain. There’s two timber bird hides along the track, mozzie repellent is a must if going in early morning or late afternoon.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343629/2703517d-41f5-4675-84a3-b1c9121dfe67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Water-Bird-Habitat-Conservation-Area-Mackay.d623448520550199296.Attraction) #### Mackay Base Hospital If Mackay Base Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay-Base-Hospital-West-Mackay.d553248625331173340.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Harrup-Park-South-Mackay.d6203887.Attraction) #### Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard 3/5(3 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Mackay with a trip to Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay-Marina-Village-Shipyard-Mackay-Harbour.d553248621526971835.Attraction) #### Bluewater Lagoon 5/5(2 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bluewater-Lagoon-Mackay.d6145761.Attraction) #### Northern Beaches Bowls Club You can take time to visit Northern Beaches Bowls Club during your travels to Mackay. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Beaches-Bowls-Club-Rural-View.d553248621569101384.Attraction) #### Caneland Central 5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Caneland-Central-Mackay.d553248621558144269.Attraction) #### Bucasia Beach 5/5(2 reviews) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bucasia Beach during your travels in Shoal Point? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bucasia-Beach-Queensland.d6203472.Attraction) #### Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre You can enjoy retail therapy at Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre during your visit to Mackay. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Pleasant-Shopping-Centre-Mount-Pleasant.d553248621569101385.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Mackay ![Mackay Harbour sunrise 🌅🐟🌴 #meetmackayregion #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053153/ee688e69-d2fa-4590-a4f9-dfed35a54fdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mackay Harbour Mackay Harbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard and Floodway Conservation Area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay-Mackay-Harbour.dx6343629) ![Lambert Beach Lookout at Slade Point Mackay QLD Australia on Saturday 6 June 2020](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343627/a9fcb79a-e660-4d6b-a764-f3a6f54595c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay-South-Mackay.dx6343627) ![Mackay you've been amazing as always! Back to Gladstone now for a few days of work and packing, gotta love packing! 🌅✌️🐟🌴😂 #meetmackayregion #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia #Blue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053153/25f72864-f329-4b83-a94b-6e892d255d8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### City Centre While visiting City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay-City-Centre.dx961017821576654848) ![Shoal Point Beach north of Mackay, Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344001/82b3fd2e-d8fb-4437-9f9a-5c73a2f55f37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Mackay Travellers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay-North-Mackay.dx6344001) ![Panoramic view of Cape Hillsborough with Wedge Island and reef in Cape Hillsborough National Park in Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047585/f9d7e7fb-c60c-4302-9e44-ab86566ca0b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dolphin Heads The restaurants and gardens are a few reasons travellers visit Dolphin Heads. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Eimeo Beach and Bucasia Beach are a few top sights nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay-Dolphin-Heads.dx6047585) ![Beautiful Pioneer River at Marian looking East.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344002/784c0530-7b64-47b5-b7a7-6912dd5f916e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mackay-East-Mackay.dx6344002) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mackay worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Mackay? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Mackay? ### Is three days enough to stay in Mackay? ### Is Mackay a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Mackay with kids? > - [Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sarina-guided-tour-of-the-sarina-sugar-shed-with-tasting.a44517955.activity-details) > - [Airlie Beach: Kangaroos on the beach at dawn.](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/airlie-beach-eco-sunrise-kangaroos-drovers-breakfast-tour.a50882622.activity-details) > - [Eungella Platypus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chasing-waterfalls-at-finch-hatton-gorge.a46335826.activity-details) > - [Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/adrenaline-jet-boat-rides-in-pioneer-river-mackay.a50097198.activity-details) ### What to do in Mackay for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Mackay? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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