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
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 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

crocodile jumping for food with people watching in cairns

Kuranda & Hartley's Crocodile Adventure

P9,914
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda & Hartley's Crocodile Adventure
Stunning Mossman Gorge

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour

P9,725
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour
QuickCoast passing Purtaboi Island enroute to Dunk Island and Brammo Bay

Cairns: Explore & Hike Dunk Island - Full Day Tour

P5,140
per adult
Cairns: Explore & Hike Dunk Island - Full Day Tour
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers

Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers - Half Day PM

P3,736
per adult
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers - Half Day PM
Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!

Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!

P11,530
per adult
Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

P4,140
per traveler
92% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour
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Top hotels in Cairns North

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P6,173 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P6,173
P6,790 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,000 reviews)
"A quick one night stay before boarding a LiveAboard for a week of diving the Great Barrier Reef. The location is great, room nice and clean and bed super comfy! Wish I could stay longer."

Reviewed on Jun 11, 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 P7,840 per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
P7,840
P8,624 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
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)
"Enjoyed our stay at the Rydes Esplanade. Nice room that was a good size with with good amenities. Would have liked access to Foxtel or similar shows. TV was not a smart TV so that is something that could be improved. Otherwise Wife and I were very happy with our choice."

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Acacia Court Hotel
Acacia Court Hotel
3.5 out of 5
223-227 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
5.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
"Good stay, nice view from front rooms. Good breakfast"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

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Acacia Court Hotel
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! (998 reviews)
"Very convenient for our purposes. The rooms were big and airy and very comfortable."

Reviewed on May 28, 2025

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Cairns Queens Court
Bohemia Resort Cairns
Bohemia Resort Cairns
3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is P3,190 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
P3,190
P3,509 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
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 ...
6.4/10 (1,002 reviews)
"I loved it caters for big families"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2025

Bohemia Resort Cairns
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! (388 reviews)
"Was great"

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

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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
Our heated pool is covered over. Not only to protect our students from the sun - it's covered with solar panels which power our entire dive 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.

Parramatta Park
Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens

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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Westcourt

You'll enjoy the casinos and shopping in Westcourt. You might want to make time for a stop at DFO Cairns or Cazalys Cairns.

Westcourt

Cairns North