Cairns and Barrier Reef Travel Guide
Where to stay in Cairns and Barrier Reef
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.
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.
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.
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.
Parramatta Park
Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Barlow Park and Cazaly's Stadium.
Kewarra Beach
Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Smithfield Conservation Park while you're exploring the area.
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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.
- Cairns Esplanade
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Palm Cove Beach
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Reef Hotel Casino
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Night Markets
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Trinity Beach
- Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Clifton Beach
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Rainforestation Nature Park
- Kewarra Beach
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre
- Crystal Cascades
- Barlow Park
- Barron Gorge National Park
- Muddy's Playground
- Paradise Palms Country Club
- Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens
- Half Moon Bay Golf Course