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Cairns

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

Cape Tribulation Daintree River and Bloomfield Track

Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Full Day Tour

P8,585
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Full Day Tour
Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns

Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns

P8,585
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns
Deluxe Reef & Rainforest Scenic Helicopter Flight

Deluxe Reef & Rainforest Scenic Helicopter Flight

P25,683
per adult
Deluxe Reef & Rainforest Scenic Helicopter Flight
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
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

P6,430
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

P7,525
per traveler
90% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
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Top hotels in Whitfield

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is P5,229 per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
P5,229
P5,752 total
Jun 17 - Jun 18
includes taxes & fees
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)
"Comfy bed nice pools"

Reviewed on Jun 4, 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 P5,860 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P5,860
P6,446 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Nice hotel, comfortable, great location and staff very helpful :)"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,382 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
P7,382
P8,120 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location a bit of a walk to town but to burn off your dinner yes would stay again.."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
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 P8,434 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
P8,434
P9,277 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,005 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel with a lovely swimming pool area. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The rooms are tastefully decorated. The beds are super comfortable and the duvets are 80% down and luxurious. I wish the swimming pool water was heated in winter as it was a bit cold."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is P8,849 per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
P8,849
P9,734 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,004 reviews)
Comfortable
"Nice hotel. Comfortable and tidy. Had some nice touches that were spoilt due to being run down. Eg nice bath salts but they were water damaged and clearly old. Nice battery candle on the bath tub but it was broken and rusty. Hairs in the bath tub. Everything else was tidy and comfortable. Overall ..."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2025

Pacific Hotel Cairns
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St, Cairns, QLD
The price is P6,708 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P6,708
P7,379 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Was good, but tv didn't work and no hand towels or face washers"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel 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 Station.

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 DFO Cairns or Cazalys Cairns.

Westcourt

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