Cairns
Travel Guide





Visit Cairns
Where to stay in Cairns

Cairns Central Business District
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 Tropical North Waterfront.

Cairns North
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns North Beach might round out your trip.

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 Tanks Arts 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.

Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove.

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
"Loved the Shangrila, only stayed one night before flight but would definitely come back and stay longer. Bed really comfy, great size room and bathroom. Great pool too."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
"Microwa"
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Nice soot"
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
"excellent!"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Mantra Trilogy
"For a few extra dollars I can something much nicer and quieter"
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Coral Sands Resort
"Clean room . Lovely pool."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Things to do

Ocean Freedom: Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef

Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest



























