Cairns North
Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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.
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 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.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Things to do
Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour
Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience
Ocean Free Green Island and Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise
Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip
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Other neighbourhoods around Cairns North
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.
Cairns Central Business District
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.
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.
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.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
Manoora
Visitors to Manoora enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Anderson Street Conservation Park is worth a stop.