Mackay, Queensland

Mackay Tropical, picturesque and relaxed, Mackay city offers everything you could want from a major regional centre. The blue Pioneer River flows past the city's historical buildings, while stately palm trees fringe the main street with shopping hotspots. There’s plenty of magical spots for a picnic by the river and places to dine al fresco by the marina on the fabulous local seafood. The botanic gardens, beautiful beaches and a world-class marina are just minutes from the city heart.

Mackay is within 31 beautiful beaches, ranging from patrolled swimming spots just minutes from the city centre, spectacular coastal national parks, to miles of untouched coastline, all lapped by the warm, tropical waters of the Coral Sea. Mackay's northern beaches offer some top spots for swimming, fishing and boating.

The wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and its tropical islands are within easy reach of Mackay. Take an exhilarating scenic flight over the reef, or set sail on the day trip of a lifetime. Indulge in a romantic break on secluded Brampton Island, a favourite for honeymooners.

There's plenty of accommodation choices as well, from luxury resort to natural campsites by national parks, consider this your welcome to lovely Mackay.

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Bask on the beaches

Mackay is prettily poised against a soft green backdrop and framed by white beaches to the north-east. There are around 31 beaches in easy reach of the city offering great fishing as well as swimming. Try popular Eimeo, Blacks Beach and Harbour Beach!

Relax in a tropical city

The gentle sea breeze will beguile you into lingering in this relaxed, tropical city, bedecked with gardens and palms. Prosperous Mackay enshrines its sugar cane and mining beginnings with a heritage walk, and hosts regular, lively weekend markets. more

The island hideaway

Try a romantic couples stay at Brampton Island, the closest isle to Mackay, the southern gateway to the Whitsunday Passage. Although small and intimate it offers many pursuits including snorkelling over coral forests and exploring bushwalking trails.

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Mackay, Queensland

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Bask on the beaches

Relax in a tropical city

The island hideaway

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Tropical, picturesque and relaxed, Mackay city offers everything you could want from a major regional centre. The blue Pioneer River flows past the city's historical buildings, while stately palm trees fringe the main street with shopping hotspots. There’s plenty of magical spots for a picnic by the river and places to dine al fresco by the marina on the fabulous local seafood. The botanic gardens, beautiful beaches and a world-class marina are just minutes from the city heart. Mackay is within 31 beautiful beaches, ranging from patrolled swimming spots just minutes from the city centre, spectacular coastal national parks, to miles of untouched coastline, all lapped by the warm, tropical waters of the Coral Sea. Mackay's northern beaches offer some top spots for swimming, fishing and boating. The wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and its tropical islands are within easy reach of Mackay. Take an exhilarating scenic flight over the reef, or set sail on the day trip of a lifetime. Indulge in a romantic break on secluded Brampton Island, a favourite for honeymooners. There's plenty of accommodation choices as well, from luxury resort to natural campsites by national parks, consider this your welcome to lovely Mackay.
Articles Bask on the beaches Mackay is prettily poised against a soft green backdrop and framed by white beaches to the north-east. There are around 31 beaches in easy reach of the city offering great fishing as well as swimming. Try popular Eimeo, Blacks Beach and Harbour Beach! Relax in a tropical city The gentle sea breeze will beguile you into lingering in this relaxed, tropical city, bedecked with gardens and palms. Prosperous Mackay enshrines its sugar cane and mining beginnings with a heritage walk, and hosts regular, lively weekend markets. more The island hideaway Try a romantic couples stay at Brampton Island, the closest isle to Mackay, the southern gateway to the Whitsunday Passage. Although small and intimate it offers many pursuits including snorkelling over coral forests and exploring bushwalking trails.
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Adventure: Beach: Caravan and Camping: Cruise: Educational Tourism: Farm Stay: Fishing: Flora/Fauna: Health and Wellbeing: Historic/Heritage: Indulgence/Luxury: Island: Nature based: Nightlife/Clubs/Pubs/Casinos: Rainforest: Reef: Sport: The Arts: Birdwatching: Caravan and Camping: Crabbing: Cruising: Fishing - Beach: Fishing - Deep Sea: Fishing - Estuary: Fishing - Game: Golfing: Ice Skating/Roller Skating: Scenic Flights: Scuba-Diving: Self-Guided: Shopping: Skydiving: Snorkelling: Swimming: Tennis: