Edge Hill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens
Enjoy the spectacular coral reefs and explore Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Cairns. Amble around the area's lush rainforests or seek out the local tours.
Cairns Botanic Gardens
Enjoy the spectacular coral reefs and explore Cairns Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Cairns. Wander the lush rainforests and beautiful beaches in the area.
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.
Activities
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Our pick of the best Edge Hill Hotel Deals
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Love it
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hilton Cairns
The room was clean, the bed was very comfortable, and the towels were soft and fluffy. I appreciated receiving a text message asking if I needed anything during my stay, it was convenient to be able to communicate that way. Both the front desk staff and the breakfast staff were friendly, and it made ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Very helpful and friendly staff, clean, good price, great location.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Nice place to stay , good location if you need a boat out to the reef, easy walk to shops and places to eat.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Crystalbrook Riley
Very convenient for our stay in hospital
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
For a fairly big hotel, this place was exceptionally great! Love the location, Love their pools, love the bar and restaurant area that all opens up onto the streets. Like a resort feel but not hectic at all and many amenities near by.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Edge Hill
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 Cairns 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.
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 North
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.
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.
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 Travel Guide
- Rondo Theatre
- Cairns Esplanade
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Palm Cove Beach
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Night Markets
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Clifton Beach
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- Sugarworld Waterpark
- Cairns Golf Club
- James Cook University
