Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Soak up the city’s relaxed atmosphere and admire the sunset over the Coral Sea as you wander along this popular walkway.
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
Enjoy a stunning bird’s eye view of this World Heritage landscape as you glide above the rainforest canopy.
Activities
4 Day PADI Learn to Dive Open Water Course
Small Group Kuranda Tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package
Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness Tour with River Cruise (TCT)
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Other neighbourhoods around Parramatta Park
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cairns Esplanade and Esplanade Lagoon.
Westcourt
You'll enjoy the casinos and shopping in Westcourt. You might want to make time for a stop at Cazalys Cairns or DFO Cairns.
Bungalow
The beaches and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Bungalow. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Barlow Park and DFO Cairns are a few top sights nearby.
Manunda
Shopping, gardens and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Cairns Esplanade or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're in the area.
Cairns North
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland might round out your trip.
Manoora
Visitors to Manoora enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Anderson Street Conservation Park is worth a stop.
- Barlow Park
- Cazaly's Stadium
- Cairns Esplanade
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Palm Cove Beach
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Night Markets
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Clifton Beach
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Skyrail Kuranda Terminal
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Crystal Cascades
- Barron Gorge National Park
- Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre