Cairns Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Cairns
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of 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 Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.
Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.
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.
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Village Shopping Centre and Clifton Beach while in the area.
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Great views with a spacious room . Extremely clean and the staff were fabulous.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Clean room , friendly staff, great food, comfy beds.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hilton Cairns
Hotel was beautiful! Great location. Would have been nice if they we able to store our bags when we went out on the reef for 2 days.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
The facilities were very good, just what we required and close to shopping. Slight distance to esplanade but not an issue to walk. Lives the swimming pool, we had a problem with our hot water cylinder and staff responded immediately and sorted same day. Wonderful stay.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Everything was on point
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Drift Palm Cove
Clean and spacious room, comfortable stay, and a great location. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
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 Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
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 Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Activities
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Other places like Cairns
- Cairns Esplanade
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Palm Cove Beach
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Cairns Night Markets
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Clifton Beach
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- Sugarworld Waterpark
- Crystal Cascades
- James Cook University
- Clifton Village Shopping Centre
- Half Moon Bay Golf Course
- Muddy's Playground
- Cairns Golf Club
- St Monica's Cathedral
