Cairns North

Cairns

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Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade which includes swimming, a luxury hotel or resort and a pool

Cairns Esplanade

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

Cairns Esplanade
Palm Cove Beach

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
Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

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

Cairns Marlin Marina
Esplanade Lagoon which includes a coastal town and a hotel

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
Cairns Night Markets

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
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway showing forests and rainforest

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

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

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

Things to do

Stunning Mossman Gorge

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour

P10,194
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour
crocodile jumping for food with people watching in cairns

Kuranda & Hartley's Crocodile Adventure

P10,392
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda & Hartley's Crocodile Adventure
QuickCoast passing Purtaboi Island enroute to Dunk Island and Brammo Bay

Cairns: Explore & Hike Dunk Island - Full Day Tour

P5,987
per adult
Cairns: Explore & Hike Dunk Island - Full Day Tour
Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!

Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!

P12,086
per adult
Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers

Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers - Half Day PM

P3,916
per adult
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers - Half Day PM
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

P10,919
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
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Top hotels in Cairns North

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P6,618 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P6,618
P7,280 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable bed and great location for exploring Cairns. Rooms could do with double glazing as the airport is close and the helipad for the hospital even closer! All in all a great option for a night or two."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P8,523 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P8,523
P9,375 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean and great amenities... all the staff were friendly and only to willing to help with anything."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 out of 5
167-173 Sheridan St, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Basic met all my needs highly affordable"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

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Cairns Queens Court
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P8,204 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
P8,204
P9,024 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Good for what we needed just a little noisy due to main road but overall fine."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq

3.5 out of 5
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 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 attractions ...
7/10 Good! (412 reviews)
"Apart from a group of very noisy guests on my final 2 days/nights who were drinking, screaming and playing loud music all day and late into the night, I thought the property was great value for money and the staff were all very friendly and polite."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

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Hotel Tropiq
Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P3,251 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
P3,251
P3,576 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are ...
6.2/10 (1,000 reviews)
"The gardens make this place appealing. Rooms with Wall prints very attractive. Staff very helpful and pleasant"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Bohemia Resort Cairns
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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 Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Performing Arts Centre 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 Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Cairns Central Business District
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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
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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 Mount Whitfield Conservation Park.

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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Whitfield

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Whitfield and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.

Whitfield

Cairns North