Westcourt Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Westcourt
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 Westcourt Hotel Deals
Motel Nomad Cairns
Clean room and excellent location! Thank you
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Lux Cairns - 9 Pools BBQ and Gym
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
Other neighbourhoods around Westcourt
Bungalow
The beaches and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Bungalow. Want to see more of the surrounding area? DFO Cairns and Cazalys Cairns are a few top sights nearby.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Westcourt Travel Guide
- 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
- Muddy's Playground
- Crystal Cascades
- Skyrail Kuranda Cableway Station
