Destination Info
Welcome to Cairns
Your gateway to the reef and a vibrant seaside city, Cairns is a laid-back tropical city, perfect for sunny days by the water and balmy nights under the stars. From Edmonton to Palm Cove, the heart of the tropical city is the perfect place to stay for many bucket-list experiences. Close to two World Heritage Listed sites, the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, from here you can experience land and sea at its best.
City
At the centre of all the action, Cairns city is lined with the popular Cairns Esplanade. Right beside the beautiful Coral Sea, here you’ll find beautiful sunny parks, plenty of alfresco dining options, the sprawling and inviting Cairns Esplanade Lagoon pool, markets and more. With many beautiful resorts and 5-star hotels here, all you want is within walking distance, including your port-of-call for reef experiences, the Cairns Marina.
Visit excellent and exciting attractions like Cairns Aquarium, Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome, The Reef Hotel and Casino and Hemingway’s Brewery near Cairns Marlin Marina. Only 25-minutes inland and you’ll find the most heavenly, pristine natural wonder, Crystal Cascades. Fresh flowing water from waterfalls cascade over large boulders to make for the perfect refreshing swimming holes and natural playground.
Sea
Salty sea air, warm sunshine on your skin and the breathtaking rainbow coral wonderland beneath the water, a reef experience is a must. The world’s largest living organism, the Great Barrier Reef is so big it can be seen from space. With so many options to experience this natural wonder, you can snorkel and dive the reef from the Cairns Pier at Reef Experience or head further out to sea on a day cruise. The outer reef pontoons are complete with diving, glass-bottom boat, snuba, helicopter and snorkelling experiences.
Sail across the everchanging turquoise and blue sea and experience the coral reef from the surrounding islands. Green Island, Fitzroy Island, Bedarra Island, Frankland Islands and Lizard Island are lush and vibrant offering incredible reef viewing plus beautiful nature opportunities on land.
Rainforest
Become immersed in beautiful mountainous rainforest, gorges and beaches on a tour or self-drive from Cairns city. Lush green figs, winding vines, giant fan palms and more thrive under the tall canopy of humid rainforest, providing a life-giving experience like no other. Wander the tracks, swim under waterfalls, and see one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. Indulge at local restaurants to experience native berries with almost magical qualities and delicious local cuisine. Incredible Daintree Rainforest experiences include Millaa Millaa Falls, Mossman Gorge, Atherton Tablelands and local indigenous tours from Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park.
Step aboard the historic Kuranda Rail for an experience that will stay with you forever. Travel up to the historic village, see the thunderous Barron Falls, try your hand at spotting a cassowary and float back down above the canopy to the city on the awe-inspiring Skyrail cable cars.
Resorts
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Enjoy luxury, comfort and a family-friendly atmosphere at Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore.
Enjoy luxury, comfort and a family-friendly atmosphere at Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore.
Bay Village Tropical Retreat
Enter a relaxed, village-style oasis in the heart of Cairns.
Enter a relaxed, village-style oasis in the heart of Cairns.
Crystalbrook Bailey, a Cairns Luxury Hotel
Located within the cultural heart of Cairns, Crystalbrook Bailey offers the ultimate Tropical North Queensland stay.
Located within the cultural heart of Cairns, Crystalbrook Bailey offers the ultimate Tropical North Queensland stay.
Crystalbrook Flynn, a Cairns Luxury Hotel
Enjoy an eco-conscious, luxury tropical escape, perfectly located to discover the jewels of Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef.
Enjoy an eco-conscious, luxury tropical escape, perfectly located to discover the jewels of Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef.
Crystalbrook Riley, a Cairns Luxury Resort
Dive In, Slow Down, Live in the Moment, and Come to Life
Dive In, Slow Down, Live in the Moment, and Come to Life
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
With a beautiful waterside location, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns is perfectly located to experience the best of Tropical North Queensland
With a beautiful waterside location, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns is perfectly located to experience the best of Tropical North Queensland
Hilton Cairns
This 5-star resort is perfectly located to enjoy the beautifully diverse destination of Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.
This 5-star resort is perfectly located to enjoy the beautifully diverse destination of Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.
Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside
Overlooking the breathtaking Trinity Bay, Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside is the perfect place to relax and unwind in Tropical North Queensland.
Overlooking the breathtaking Trinity Bay, Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside is the perfect place to relax and unwind in Tropical North Queensland.
Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments Cairns
Enjoy enviable waterfront views of the vibrant Trinity Inlet from these elegant yet relaxed, self-contained apartments.
Enjoy enviable waterfront views of the vibrant Trinity Inlet from these elegant yet relaxed, self-contained apartments.
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Located in the heart of Cairns city, Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort offers relaxing onsite facilities including a swim-up pool bar and lagoon pool.
Located in the heart of Cairns city, Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort offers relaxing onsite facilities including a swim-up pool bar and lagoon pool.
Park Regis City Quays, Cairns
With the city at your feet and marina to the Great Barrier Reef just moments away, these rooms and self-contained apartments offer adventure and ease.
With the city at your feet and marina to the Great Barrier Reef just moments away, these rooms and self-contained apartments offer adventure and ease.
Park Regis Piermonde Apartments, Cairns
Located in the heart of Cairns, Park Regis Piermonde Apartments offer views of the waterfront lush green mountains from self-contained apartments.
Located in the heart of Cairns, Park Regis Piermonde Apartments offer views of the waterfront lush green mountains from self-contained apartments.
Peppers Beach Club & Spa, Palm Cove
Set on the Endless Golden Shores of Palm Cove Comes this Tropical Oasis
Set on the Endless Golden Shores of Palm Cove Comes this Tropical Oasis
Pullman Cairns International
This luxurious 5-star resort offers an elegant and sophisticated setting to enjoy the beautifully diverse Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.
This luxurious 5-star resort offers an elegant and sophisticated setting to enjoy the beautifully diverse Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat
Secluded and unique a stay at these treehouses is a rejuvenation for the soul. Unique wildlife and incredible views make this retreat a favourite.
Secluded and unique a stay at these treehouses is a rejuvenation for the soul. Unique wildlife and incredible views make this retreat a favourite.
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is tropical holiday bliss with sweeping views of the Coral Sea, mountain range and city.
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is tropical holiday bliss with sweeping views of the Coral Sea, mountain range and city.
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Located along the waterfront of the Marlin Marina, Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers 5-star luxury on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef.
Located along the waterfront of the Marlin Marina, Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers 5-star luxury on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef.
The Reef House, Palm Cove – An Adults Only Retreat
Expect Five-star Luxury in this Adults Only Palm Cove Oasis
Expect Five-star Luxury in this Adults Only Palm Cove Oasis
The Reef Retreat Palm Cove
The Reef Retreat Palm Cove is the perfect tranquil place to relax and is also a great base for exploring the amazing attractions near Palm Cove.
The Reef Retreat Palm Cove is the perfect tranquil place to relax and is also a great base for exploring the amazing attractions near Palm Cove.
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Enjoy luxury, comfort and a family-friendly atmosphere at Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore.
Enjoy luxury, comfort and a family-friendly atmosphere at Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore.
Bay Village Tropical Retreat
Enter a relaxed, village-style oasis in the heart of Cairns.
Enter a relaxed, village-style oasis in the heart of Cairns.
Crystalbrook Bailey, a Cairns Luxury Hotel
Located within the cultural heart of Cairns, Crystalbrook Bailey offers the ultimate Tropical North Queensland stay.
Located within the cultural heart of Cairns, Crystalbrook Bailey offers the ultimate Tropical North Queensland stay.
Crystalbrook Flynn, a Cairns Luxury Hotel
Enjoy an eco-conscious, luxury tropical escape, perfectly located to discover the jewels of Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef.
Enjoy an eco-conscious, luxury tropical escape, perfectly located to discover the jewels of Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef.
Crystalbrook Riley, a Cairns Luxury Resort
Dive In, Slow Down, Live in the Moment, and Come to Life
Dive In, Slow Down, Live in the Moment, and Come to Life
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
With a beautiful waterside location, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns is perfectly located to experience the best of Tropical North Queensland
With a beautiful waterside location, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns is perfectly located to experience the best of Tropical North Queensland
Hilton Cairns
This 5-star resort is perfectly located to enjoy the beautifully diverse destination of Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.
This 5-star resort is perfectly located to enjoy the beautifully diverse destination of Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.
Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside
Overlooking the breathtaking Trinity Bay, Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside is the perfect place to relax and unwind in Tropical North Queensland.
Overlooking the breathtaking Trinity Bay, Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside is the perfect place to relax and unwind in Tropical North Queensland.
Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments Cairns
Enjoy enviable waterfront views of the vibrant Trinity Inlet from these elegant yet relaxed, self-contained apartments.
Enjoy enviable waterfront views of the vibrant Trinity Inlet from these elegant yet relaxed, self-contained apartments.
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Located in the heart of Cairns city, Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort offers relaxing onsite facilities including a swim-up pool bar and lagoon pool.
Located in the heart of Cairns city, Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort offers relaxing onsite facilities including a swim-up pool bar and lagoon pool.
Park Regis City Quays, Cairns
With the city at your feet and marina to the Great Barrier Reef just moments away, these rooms and self-contained apartments offer adventure and ease.
With the city at your feet and marina to the Great Barrier Reef just moments away, these rooms and self-contained apartments offer adventure and ease.
Park Regis Piermonde Apartments, Cairns
Located in the heart of Cairns, Park Regis Piermonde Apartments offer views of the waterfront lush green mountains from self-contained apartments.
Located in the heart of Cairns, Park Regis Piermonde Apartments offer views of the waterfront lush green mountains from self-contained apartments.
Peppers Beach Club & Spa, Palm Cove
Set on the Endless Golden Shores of Palm Cove Comes this Tropical Oasis
Set on the Endless Golden Shores of Palm Cove Comes this Tropical Oasis
Pullman Cairns International
This luxurious 5-star resort offers an elegant and sophisticated setting to enjoy the beautifully diverse Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.
This luxurious 5-star resort offers an elegant and sophisticated setting to enjoy the beautifully diverse Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.
Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat
Secluded and unique a stay at these treehouses is a rejuvenation for the soul. Unique wildlife and incredible views make this retreat a favourite.
Secluded and unique a stay at these treehouses is a rejuvenation for the soul. Unique wildlife and incredible views make this retreat a favourite.
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is tropical holiday bliss with sweeping views of the Coral Sea, mountain range and city.
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns is tropical holiday bliss with sweeping views of the Coral Sea, mountain range and city.
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Located along the waterfront of the Marlin Marina, Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers 5-star luxury on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef.
Located along the waterfront of the Marlin Marina, Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns offers 5-star luxury on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef.
The Reef House, Palm Cove – An Adults Only Retreat
Expect Five-star Luxury in this Adults Only Palm Cove Oasis
Expect Five-star Luxury in this Adults Only Palm Cove Oasis
The Reef Retreat Palm Cove
The Reef Retreat Palm Cove is the perfect tranquil place to relax and is also a great base for exploring the amazing attractions near Palm Cove.
The Reef Retreat Palm Cove is the perfect tranquil place to relax and is also a great base for exploring the amazing attractions near Palm Cove.
