Cairns Central Business District
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Popular places to visit
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 visit to Tropical North Waterfront, 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.
The Cairns Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in The Cairns Museum in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Reef Fleet Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Tropical North Waterfront with a trip to Reef Fleet Terminal. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Things to do
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Silverswift Dive & Snorkel Cruise
Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
Full Day Tour to Sunlover Cruises Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island
Top hotels in Cairns Central Business District
Hilton Cairns
Convene t location and loved the umbrellas! Some days room did not clean the glasses and cups.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Had a fabulous view from my balcony; fab housekeeping; breakfast was amazingly, fairly central especially to dive/reef boats. Great stay overall.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Crystalbrook Riley
The room was I’m
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Crystalbrook Bailey
Amazing
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
The Benson Hotel
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Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
excellent hotel for a city break. good wifi, clean, spacious. Friendly efficient staff. comfortable beds. good bathroom. would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Cairns Central Business District
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.
Cairns North
Beaches and abundant 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.
Manunda
Shopping, gardens, and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Performing Arts Centre while you're in the area.
Bungalow
The beaches and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Bungalow. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit DFO Cairns and Cazalys Cairns, a few notable attractions nearby.
Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Cairns Botanic Gardens or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
