Things to do in Northern Beaches
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Tours & day trips
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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Wildlife & nature
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Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Adventure & outdoor
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Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
Food, drink & nightlife
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Cairns: Daintree, Mossman Gorge, & Cape Tribulation Day Trip
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
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Hot Air Ballooning Tour from Northern Beaches near Cairns
Popular places to visit
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.
Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.
Trinity Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Trinity Beach during your trip to Cairns? Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Kewarra Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Kewarra Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cairns. Amble around this relaxing area's rainforest, or seek out the golf courses.
Clifton Village Shopping Centre
You can enjoy retail therapy at Clifton Village Shopping Centre during your visit to Cairns. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Half Moon Bay Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Cairns at Half Moon Bay Golf Course. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Vie Spa Palm Cove
You can take time to visit Vie Spa Palm Cove during your travels to Cairns. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Moon River Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Moon River Beach during your trip to Cairns?
Kite Rite Australia
Enjoy an outing to Kite Rite Australia during your stay in Cairns. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Areas of Northern Beaches
Buchan Point
While Buchan Point might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palm Cove Beach and Clifton Village Shopping Centre.