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.
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 Tropical North Waterfront, 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
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Half Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour
Our pick of the best Cairns North Hotel Deals
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Friendly staff on reception and in the bar. The room was spacious with a comfy bed and good air conditioning.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
We had a great stay. We found the staff very friendly and the rooms were very clean and inviting. The only matter I would like to suggest is that when the guest arrives, if they haven't been to the area before that you advise them of the local transport in the area (pick up bus in Lake Street) and ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel Tropiq
My son loved the pool and play ground.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Great hotel and it’s very close to the airport
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Bohemia Resort Cairns
The recent Room I book did not receive any wifi at all. So My sister have to walk to the front to get messages from me or her family
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Cairns Queens Court
The staff was super kind and helpful - they even let us check in early! We loved that they offered coffee packets, a microwave downstairs, laundry ($4 per load), and that it was in an ideal location (25 minute walk from the Lagoon). The showers were a bit mid, though, as water constantly leaked out ...
Reviewed on 15 Nov 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 Cairns Botanic Gardens or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
Westcourt
You'll enjoy the casinos and shopping in Westcourt. You might want to make time for a stop at DFO Cairns or Cazalys Cairns.
Cairns North Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Cairns North?
- Hotels Near Cairns, Queensland
- More holiday ideas
- Cairns Esplanade
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Palm Cove Beach
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Night Markets
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Clifton Beach
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- Sugarworld Waterpark
- Cairns Golf Club
- James Cook University
- Muddy's Playground
- Crystal Cascades
- Skyrail Kuranda Cableway Station
- Barron Gorge National Park
