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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
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
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
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

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

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Things to do

Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

P5,473
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

P3,947
per traveler
92% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

P7,535
per traveler
90% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Helicopter on a dock in view of yacht

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package

P14,207
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package
Seastar Luxury Outer Reef Tour

Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

P8,992
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

P9,496
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
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Top hotels in Barron

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is P5,199 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
P5,199
P5,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff. Easy parking and access. The pool and cafe are great 🙂"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P4,971 per night from 1 May to 2 May
P4,971
P5,469 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"The staff of the hotel were very friendly. The room was quite large with a beautiful ocean view."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 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 P5,677 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
P5,677
P6,244 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
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! (1,000 reviews)
Comfortable stay
"The stay was comfortable. The room was clean. The view from the room wss breathtaking. The oceanview room helped us to have a scenic view."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Bailey
5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is P6,115 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
P6,115
P6,726 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (694 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay. Room was very nice and I loved the bathroom. Position was very central to lots of eating places, the Esplanade and night markets."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Riley
Crystalbrook Riley
5 out of 5
131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is P8,627 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
P8,627
P9,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very close to water. Good pools and easy public transportation."

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2025

Crystalbrook Riley
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,521 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
P7,521
P8,273 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The only thing I didn’t like about the place was the bed. The mattress was super soft, and all the pillows were too fluffy. And guess what? The bed had wheels! It was like a little rollercoaster."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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Other neighbourhoods around Barron

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Kamerunga

If you're spending some time in Kamerunga, Barron Gorge National Park and Kamerunga Conservation Park are top sights worth seeing.

Kamerunga
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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
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Holloways Beach

Beaches, restaurants, and gardens are some highlights of Holloways Beach. Make a stop by Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring.

Holloways Beach
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Machans Beach

Though Machans Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum.

Machans Beach
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway which includes rainforest and landscape views

Smithfield

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Smithfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Smithfield Shopping Centre or Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

Smithfield
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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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