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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
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Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day
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Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour
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Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package
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What to do in Tropical North Waterfront
Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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.
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.
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.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Crystal Cascades
Enjoy the beautiful coral reefs and explore Crystal Cascades, a lovely green space in Cairns. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Reef Fleet Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Cairns with a trip to Reef Fleet Terminal. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Cairns, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.