Douglas Shire Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A river with clear water, surrounded by lush green trees and rocks.
A tropical island with a clear turquoise sea, a sandy beach, and lush green mountains.
A grassy field with palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A forest stream with large rocks and dense greenery.
A beach with calm waters, a large driftwood piece, and palm trees.

Popular cities in Douglas Shire

A sunset view from a covered terrace overlooking a beach with palm trees and a distant mountain.
Port Douglas
Known for Beaches, Ports and Coral reefs
Once a small fishing village, this tropical northern town has many advantages and its easy access to the world-famous Great Barrier Reef is just one of them.

Reasons to visit

  • Macrossan Street
  • Four Mile Beach
  • Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
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A coastal landscape with a beach, turquoise waters, and a forested mountain.
Cape Tribulation
Known for Jungles, Rainforests and Beaches
Get away to tropical Cape Tribulation! Enjoy the rainforest, beaches and zoo.

Reasons to visit

  • Cape Tribulation
  • Myall Beach
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A beach with a wooden pier, palm trees, and a white building with a blue roof.
Craiglie
Known for Friendly people, Ports and Beaches
Explore tropical Craiglie: its spas, beaches, oceanfront and more!
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A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a clear blue sky.
Oak Beach
Known for Beaches, Jungles and Nature
Like beaches and jungles? Get away to relaxing Oak Beach!
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A coastal landscape with a beach, dense forest, and rolling hills.
Wonga Beach
Venture to sights like Daintree National Park and Hook-A-Barra as you discover Wonga Beach.
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A dense mangrove forest with numerous trees and tangled roots.
Finlayvale
Known for Rainforests, Jungles and Relaxing
Explore upscale Finlayvale: its rainforest, dining, kayaking and more!
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Stay near popular Douglas Shire attractions

A street lined with trees decorated with lights, a bar named 'IRON BAR', and parked cars.

Macrossan Street

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During your visit to Port Douglas, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Macrossan Street. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
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