Barron Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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 Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Activities
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Our pick of the best Barron Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
The room was extremely clean and fresh. The staff were exceptionally helpful and pleasant. The buffet breakfast offered me what I needed with vegan, gluten-free options and the food was thoroughly delightful. I highly recommend this hotel for your Cairns stays.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Clean and spacious
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Great spacious room with all the amenities needed. Easy check in and special Thank you to Niklas for assisting with our bags and car, a nice warm welcome. Will definitely stay again when next in Cairns.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hilton Cairns
Excellent service! Location was perfect for taking the cruises! Breakfast was anazing! Staff were were helpful, courteous! Loved the stay!
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Very nicely run
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Crystalbrook Riley
Beautiful hotel. Very clean, nice rooms and furnishings. Staff relocated us to an upgraded room when we had trouble with our A/C.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barron
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.
Machans Beach
Though Machans Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum.
Whitfield
While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
Smithfield
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Smithfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Smithfield Shopping Centre or Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Mount Whitfield Conservation Park.
