Cairns Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Cairns

Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.

Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Cairns North
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.

Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.

Parramatta Park
Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cazaly's Stadium and Barlow Park.

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Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

Palm Cove Beach
Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.

Esplanade Lagoon
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

Cairns Night Markets
During your trip to Cairns, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Activities

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour
Other places like Cairns
- Cairns Esplanade
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Palm Cove Beach
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Reef Hotel Casino
- Cairns Night Markets
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Trinity Beach
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Clifton Beach
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Kewarra Beach
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- Half Moon Bay Golf Course
- Cairns Private Hospital
- Crystal Cascades
- Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
- Sugarworld Waterpark
- Clifton Village Shopping Centre
- Muddy's Playground
- Cairns Golf Club
- Smithfield Mountain Bike Park Trail Head
- Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens
- Mount Whitfield Conservation Park
- Paradise Palms Country Club
- Cazaly's Stadium