Yorkeys Knob Travel Guide

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Yorkeys Knob

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Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(1,351 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
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Cairns Marlin Marina

4.5/5(664 reviews)

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

Cairns Marlin Marina
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Palm Cove Beach

4.5/5(1,059 reviews)

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.

Palm Cove Beach
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Esplanade Lagoon

4.5/5(888 reviews)

Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

Esplanade Lagoon
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Cairns Night Markets

4/5(731 reviews)

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.

Cairns Night Markets
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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

4.5/5(821 reviews)

Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Activities

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Small Group Kuranda Tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail

AU$197
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small Group Kuranda Tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail
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Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

AU$199
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
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Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package

AU$369
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package
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Our pick of the best Yorkeys Knob Hotel Deals

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is AU$140 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$140
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I had a quick overnight stay, very convenient, with pool, restaurant and bar available. Quite a distance from the middle of town, but everything I needed was available at the hotel. Parking can be a little crazy."

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort
Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort
4 out of 5
12-14 Deauville Close, Yorkeys Knob Beach, Yorkeys Knob, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Palm Cove Beach and Kite Rite Australia ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Would thoroughly recommend this accommodation. Very helpful and professional staff, willing to help when required. Lovely apartment that was well equipped and spacious. Great pool and surroundings"

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2024

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Golden Sands Beachfront Apartment Resort
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$248 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$248
per night
28 May - 29 May
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Upscale hotel
"This is an upscale hotel. If you are looking for that, with the same clientele, this is the place for you. If you are looking for something that is Australian, this is not it - staff are mostly foreign, catering to foreigners."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$239 per night from 14 May to 15 May
AU$239
per night
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Enjoyed staying at the Pacific Cairns. Five minute walk to the where the boats for the Islands depart and the day bus tours. Very central to eating places like the Night Markets. The bar fridge is a decent size and the bed and pillows very comfortable. I would definitely recommend staying here especially ..."

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2024

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Crystalbrook Flynn
Crystalbrook Flynn
5 out of 5
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$207 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$207
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (451 reviews)
"Everything was very good except for guest parking. Could not get a spot when I checked in. Parked on the street and Monday on morning was late to pay for the street parking. Go a ticket."

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Crystalbrook Flynn
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is AU$249 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$249
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious room with good view and amenities; helpful staff. A little noisy at night sometimes, seems to come from backpackers hostel next door; not a big problem though. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Cairns Plaza Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Yorkeys Knob

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Trinity Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach.

Trinity Park
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway featuring rainforest and landscape views

Smithfield

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Smithfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Skyrail Rainforest Cableway or Smithfield Shopping Centre.

Smithfield
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Holloways Beach

Beaches, restaurants and gardens are just a few things travellers enjoy about Holloways Beach. Check out Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring the area.

Holloways Beach
Trinity Beach showing tropical scenes, a sandy beach and surfing

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.

Trinity Beach
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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.

Kewarra Beach
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Machans Beach

Though Machans Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cairns Esplanade and Yorkeys Knob Beach.

Machans Beach

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