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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

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

P4,003
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

P7,259
per traveler
90% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

P9,630
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

P5,550
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

P7,970
per traveler
90% of travellers recommend
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
Combo image of scenic train ride and Rainforestation

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour

P9,958
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour
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Top hotels in Stratford

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is P6,981 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
P6,981
P7,679 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
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"Had to pay for an upgrade as the room I was given had water running down the wall from the air-conditioning unit"

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 out of 5
122 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is P6,538 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
P6,538
P7,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (623 reviews)
"Was very easy to get around from the location"

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Hilton Cairns
Hilton Cairns
5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is P7,682 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
P7,682
P8,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"While the rooms were nice, they smelled slightly of mildew (which is probably common for the area because of the high humidity)."

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is P4,526 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
P4,526
P4,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
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)
"Had an awesome stay for the night . Would do a return visit for sure room was clean, safe were polite n friendly. Good job guys"

Reviewed on Feb 5, 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 P4,855 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
P4,855
P5,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 20 - Mar 21
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! (1,004 reviews)
"We booked the King sea view suit and it did not disappoint. The location of this hotel was perfect as it’s right next to the esplanade which is lovely for a walk into the centre Cairns. The hotel staff were professional and kind."

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Pullman Cairns International
Pullman Cairns International
5 out of 5
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is P7,785 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
P7,785
P8,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 13 - Mar 14
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The bed was very comfortable, the room was quiet with an amazing view. We enjoyed the pool, but pity half of it was closed. It was impossible to order anything from room service while around the pool, we had to walk down to the restaurant to order. But over all an enjoyable stay."

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025

Pullman Cairns International
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Other neighbourhoods around Stratford

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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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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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Barron

Though Barron might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

Barron
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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Machans Beach

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

Machans Beach
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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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