Racecourse 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.
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.
Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard
Explore the waterfront in Mackay with a trip to Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
Top hotels in Racecourse
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
"Pretty good. For the price. TV on the fritz!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
ibis Mackay
"We stayed here for a night to stop off on the way up coast. It was perfect for what we wanted, just a place to sleep for the night before heading off in the morning. The room was clean and perfect for the night. It had free parking for guests and right next to the airport for those travelling by ..."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Mackay Resort Motel
"Best place to stay in Mackay wicked rooms amazing pool with a total resort feel really good rate can’t go wrong here"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Mid City Motor Inn
"Beds feel like you are sleeping on clouds , felt very welcomed.. beautiful BBQ area nice and relaxing to even just sit at , definitely will book again"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Quest Mackay on Gordon
"n/a"
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Riviera Mackay
"Unable to use some of the appliances as we’re out of order. Very disrespectful people in other apartments on the last night . With doors slamming and music way to loud ."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Racecourse
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.
Bakers Creek
Travellers like the golf courses in Bakers Creek, and Black Springs Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Paget
Travellers like the theme parks in Paget, and Mackay Leisure Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
South Mackay
South Mackay is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Great Barrier Reef Arena and Mackay Basketball Stadium.
City Centre
While visiting City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central.
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.
