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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

Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns

Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns

P8,256
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns
Cape Tribulation Daintree River and Bloomfield Track

Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Full Day Tour

P8,245
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Full Day Tour
Deluxe Reef & Rainforest Scenic Helicopter Flight

Deluxe Reef & Rainforest Scenic Helicopter Flight

P25,744
per adult
Deluxe Reef & Rainforest Scenic Helicopter Flight
Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

P9,112
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience

Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience

P10,275
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience
Couple snorkeling among abundant coral reefs and marine species at the Green Island Reef in Cairns

Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise

P3,786
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
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Top hotels in Whitfield

Tropical 3 Bedroom House, Pool plus 4th Bedroom Bungalow
Tropical 3 Bedroom House, Pool plus 4th Bedroom Bungalow
3.5 out of 5
26 Hudson St, Whitfield, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in Cairns. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping ...
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Tropical 3 Bedroom House, Pool plus 4th Bedroom Bungalow
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,868 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
P3,868
P4,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
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! (1,006 reviews)
"I’ve stayed at this property twice now on layovers so short stays. The property its self is beautiful, it has several pools and areas for children to enjoy. The food is good and well priced. The main pool is a lot of fun with the slide and heaps of space for all of the families without feeling crowded. ..."

Reviewed on Mar 21, 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 P5,566 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
P5,566
P6,123 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 27 - Mar 28
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)
"The beds and pillows are super comfy!!"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 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 P5,422 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
P5,422
P5,964 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Cool"

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2025

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Bailey
5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is P6,041 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
P6,041
P6,645 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! (692 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
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is P7,220 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
P7,220
P7,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Very happy with our stay"

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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Other neighbourhoods around Whitfield

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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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 Esplanade which includes a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool

Cairns North

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.

Cairns North
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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
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Westcourt

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

Westcourt

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