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 Cairns 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 Mudflats 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 Kuranda National Park.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
"Our stay at the Double Tree Hilton was great. Rooms were clean well presented. Central location to enjoy Cairns City and breakfast was great"
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026

Pacific Hotel Cairns
"Staff were very friendly polite and helpful. Room was great, including super comfy bed. Great location very close to where boats to barrier reef / Fitzroy island etc. leave from."
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
"Great and convenient cabin for large families as you have everything you need to cook with and the park is amazing to keep the kids entertained."
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Mantra Trilogy
Things to do

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

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

Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest





























