Mantra in Yorkeys Knob from AU$260

A walkable neighbourhood, Yorkeys Knob is known for being tropical and relaxing, while offering convenient options for restaurants and bars. The neighbourhood has many charming qualities, its friendly people among the more noteworthy. Many visitors come to bask in its beautiful outdoor settings, namely the sea, beaches, and jungle. A stay at one of the hotels in Yorkeys Knob makes it easy to venture out into the larger area.

Sightseeing around Yorkeys Knob

At Australian Armour and Artillery Museum, Royal Flying Doctor, and Kuranda Arts Co-Op Gallery, you'll learn about local culture. Tjapukai Cultural Park, Crystal Cascades & Lake Morris, and Barron Falls Lookout are well-known local landmarks. Hours of family fun are waiting at Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, and Rainforestation Nature Park.

Shopping, swimming, and taking a tour are a few popular activities in the area. Soak up some sun at Yorkeys Knob Beach, Clifton Beach, and Palm Cove Beach. You'll find the great outdoors at parks like Cattana Wetlands, Barron Gorge National Park, and Mount Whitfield Conservation Park. Plan to do some shopping while in town? Consider Clifton Village Shopping Centre, Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets, and Cairns Night Markets. Half Moon Bay Golf Course, Cairns Cable Ski, or Cable Ski Cairns will provide yet another welcomed diversion.

Don't miss some of the area's most popular attractions, such as Great Barrier Reef, Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, and Cairns Tropical Zoo. You can also head to Esplanade Boardwalk, Skydive The Reef Cairns, and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

Getting around Yorkeys Knob

At 6.8 km (4.2 miles), Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) is the closest major airport to Yorkeys Knob.