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 Kuranda National Park, 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.
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 Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.
Barron
Barron might not have many top sights, but Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Reception staff, they were very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
It was ok - just needed a bit of a refresh
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Love the breakfast, great variety. Very friendly staff. Many thanks.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Clean room, good location, great pool.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
Clean apartment, sufficient kitchen amenities, view of beach.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Always outstanding. Love how all the rooms accommodate for everything.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
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.
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.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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 Cairns, 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
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Kuranda Koala Gardens General Entry Ticket
Other places like Cairns
- Cairns Esplanade
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Palm Cove Beach
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Night Markets
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Clifton Beach
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Sugarworld Waterpark
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre
- Crystal Cascades
- Muddy's Playground
- Clifton Village Shopping Centre
- Cairns Golf Club
- St Monica's Cathedral
- Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre
- Half Moon Bay Golf Course
- James Cook University
