Cairns Central Business District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Cairns Central Business District

Popular places to visit

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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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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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Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome

4/5(43 reviews)

Meet the animals who live at Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
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The Cairns Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Cairns Museum during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

The Cairns Museum
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Cairns Central Shopping Centre

4/5(1,110 reviews)

During your visit to Cairns, 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 Central Shopping Centre

Activities

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Small Group Kuranda Tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail

NZ$211
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Small Group Kuranda Tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail
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Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

NZ$214
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

NZ$396
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package
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Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness Tour with River Cruise (TCT)

NZ$257
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness Tour with River Cruise (TCT)
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3 Day 2 Night Liveaboard Trip - Diver

NZ$1,170
Per adult
3 Day 2 Night Liveaboard Trip - Diver
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Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip from Cairns

NZ$304
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip from Cairns
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Our pick of the best Cairns Central Business District Hotel Deals

Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Bailey
5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is NZ$209 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$209
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (474 reviews)
You wont be disappointed
"The Crystalbrook Collection is fantastic for traveling for work it's so clean and functional, they have three hotels in Cairns, and thumbs up to them all."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Crystalbrook Bailey
Hilton Cairns
Hilton Cairns
5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is NZ$248 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
NZ$248
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Love Cairns
"We thoroughly enjoyed our four night stay in the Hilton. The staff were very friendly, particularly Lily from Peru. It's a beautiful setting and very convenient for everything in Cairns."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Hilton Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is NZ$278 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
NZ$278
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
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! (1,000 reviews)
Cairns May25
"Very intuitive and attentive staff. Very friendly. Room and meals were expensive, but great food."

Reviewed on 27 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 NZ$212 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$212
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Location is central , quite but no Wi-Fi."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Cairns Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is NZ$270 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$270
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star 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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Good location but a little noisy"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Cairns Plaza Hotel
Mantra Esplanade
Mantra Esplanade
4 out of 5
53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is NZ$237 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
NZ$237
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"The rooms are clean but dated Didn’t like shower over the bath"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Mantra Esplanade
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Other neighbourhoods around Cairns Central Business District

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Parramatta Park

Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Barlow Park and Cazaly's Stadium.

Parramatta Park
Cairns Esplanade featuring a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool

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.

Cairns North
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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.

Westcourt
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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.

Manunda
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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.

Bungalow
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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.

Edge Hill

Cairns Central Business District Travel Guide

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