Cairns North

Cairns
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Popular places to visit

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Cairns Esplanade

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
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Cairns Marlin Marina

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

Cairns Marlin Marina
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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.

Palm Cove Beach
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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.

Esplanade Lagoon
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Cairns Night Markets

During your visit to Cairns, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

Cairns Night Markets
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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Things to do

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Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour

P9,912
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour
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Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!

P11,130
Per adult
Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!
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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

P7,963
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
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Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience

P10,434
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience
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Ocean Free Green Island and Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise

P10,214
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ocean Free Green Island and Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise
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Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip

P6,700
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip
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Top hotels in Cairns North

Bohemia Resort Cairns
Bohemia Resort Cairns
3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P3,026 per night from 8 May to 9 May
P3,026
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
6.4/10 (999 reviews)
"I like that the hotel is nice & clean & the room was nice your bed was comfortable & I felt safe & comfortable 😊 would recommend this to family and friends."

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2024

Bohemia Resort Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P7,106 per night from 12 May to 13 May
P7,106
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The staff were so helpful from front counter to housekeeping to food to maintenance nothing was a problem if you had a problem they were there to help if they could"

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns Queens Court
Cairns Queens Court
3.5 out of 5
167-173 Sheridan St, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P3,366 per night from 5 May to 6 May
P3,366
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (998 reviews)
"Staffing helpful"

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024

Cairns Queens Court
Hotel Tropiq
Hotel Tropiq
3.5 out of 5
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P4,277 per night from 2 May to 3 May
P4,277
per night
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
6.6/10 (215 reviews)
"The staff member was nice,the room was clean,not enough comfortable seating,only one chair to relax in.wasnt noisy,comfortable bed"

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

Hotel Tropiq
Acacia Court Hotel
Acacia Court Hotel
3.5 out of 5
223-227 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P4,443 per night from 5 May to 6 May
P4,443
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in our ...
6/10 (998 reviews)
"We really loved staying at Acacia. Friendly staff, very nice pool area, beautiful view of the beach and walking distance to night life and dining options. All of our excursions picked us up and dropped us off. We booked two extra nights we loved the hotel and area so much!"

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2024

Acacia Court Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P5,157 per night from 30 May to 31 May
P5,157
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"The staff provided great service, I would highly recommend them."

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2024

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Cairns North

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Manunda

Shopping, gardens, and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Cairns Esplanade or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're in the area.

Manunda
Cairns which includes a city

Cairns Central Business District

5/5(1 area review)

Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Cairns Esplanade and Esplanade Lagoon, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Cairns Central Business District
Our heated pool is covered over. Not only to protect our students from the sun - it's covered with solar panels which power our entire dive 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.

Parramatta Park
Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens

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 Rondo Theatre.

Edge Hill
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Aeroglen

If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.

Aeroglen
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Manoora

Visitors to Manoora enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Anderson Street Conservation Park is worth a stop.

Manoora

Cairns North