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 Village Shopping Centre and Clifton Beach while in the area.

Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.

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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

Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
Other places like Cairns
- Cairns Esplanade
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Palm Cove Beach
- Reef Hotel Casino
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Night Markets
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Trinity Beach
- Sugarworld Waterpark
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Kewarra Beach
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Crystal Cascades
- Clifton Beach
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Clifton Village Shopping Centre
- Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
- Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre
- Cairns Golf Club
- Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens
- Half Moon Bay Golf Course
- Paradise Palms Country Club
- Smithfield Mountain Bike Park Trail Head