Cairns Travel Guide
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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.

Barron
Barron might not have many top sights, but Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Room clean, courteous & helpful staff
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Hilton Cairns
Our whole experience at the Hilton Cairns was excellent.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
The rooms are fantastic and the staff are just brilliant. We will will definitely see you again.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Comfortable room, close to city, great swimming pools and friendly staff with easy parking.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
Fabulous location with views to the beach.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Mantra Trilogy
Specious, clean room with a view! The staff is what stood out above everything else- exceptional! Whenever I needed anything, i just rang them reception & done. Only time they couldn't help me was when I requested a late checkout- they already met their max. Although, in there defense, I requested ...
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
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 Tropical North Waterfront, 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 Station
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Activities

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket

Kuranda: Birdworld Entry Ticket

Wavedancer Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Sailing Catamaran
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