Cairns Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Cairns
Our guide on where to stay in Cairns

Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.

Cairns North
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Mudflats might round out your trip.

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 Tanks Arts Centre.

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.

Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
"Excellent stay, all amenities, accommodation, staff and hotel was excellent... Well done team."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Large rooms, great place!"
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
"Cannot fault the Shanghai La Cairns, everything about our stay was enjoyable, relaxing with the facility world class. A relaxing go to getaway we will certainly be back and thanks for the memories."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
"Very good location in regards to shopping Karanda train."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
"Great and convenient cabin for large families as you have everything you need to cook with and the park is amazing to keep the kids entertained."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Coral Sands Resort
"nice property, what we expected. shame check in didnt tell us about discount at on site restaurant for people staying."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
Activities

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Other places like Cairns
- Cairns Esplanade
- Palm Cove Beach
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Night Markets
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Clifton Beach
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Crystal Cascades
- Half Moon Bay Golf Course
- Muddy's Playground
- James Cook University
- Clifton Village Shopping Centre
- St Monica's Cathedral
- Cattana Wetlands
- Cazaly's Stadium
- Sugarworld Waterpark






























