Cairns North Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Cairns North
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.
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 Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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 Station
Enjoy a stunning bird’s eye view of this World Heritage landscape as you glide above the rainforest canopy.
Activities
Kuranda & Hartley's Crocodile Adventure
Cairns: Explore & Hike Dunk Island - Full Day Tour
Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers - Half Day PM
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
Our pick of the best Cairns North Hotel Deals
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Cairns Queens Court
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
Hotel Tropiq
Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025
Acacia Court Hotel
Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cairns North
Manunda
Shopping, gardens and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Performing Arts Centre while you're in the area.
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.
Parramatta Park
Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cazaly's Stadium and Barlow Park.
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.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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- More holiday ideas
- Cairns Esplanade
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Palm Cove Beach
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Cairns Night Markets
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Clifton Beach
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Crystal Cascades
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Barron Gorge National Park
- Muddy's Playground
- Skyrail Kuranda Cableway Station
- Clifton Village Shopping Centre
- Cairns Golf Club