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.

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.

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.

Hilton Cairns
Courteous staff and excellent amenities
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
The hotel had every amenity. The staff was courteous and helpful. The room was very clean and well maintained as well as comfortable. The location was very convenient for tours, dining and shopping.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Good hotel
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Very Good
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Drift Palm Cove
The apartment was adequate for our needs, clean, comfortable and with extras like washing machine and dryer, microwave/airfryer/convection plus hotplates. The pool area is lovely and access to everything was an easy walk plus right on the beach. We would definitely go back.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
I loved this property. It was a little dated but the apartment and patio were HUGE. The location was great with views of the ocean. I could have stayed longer.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 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.

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.

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

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

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
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