Buchan Point
Cairns

Visit Buchan Point
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 Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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 Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Things to do

Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Wavedancer Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Sailing Catamaran

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Top hotels in Buchan Point

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Very nice hotel. Great location, right at the seaside, next to the reef terminal, and close to the night market. Also friendly staff. Had a wonderful stay.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Hilton Cairns
Breakfast was pretty good and hotel was a 4 stars at best
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Great walking location for restaurants and shopping. Nice quite room.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
The were two curtain tracks in the first room we stayed at, but only one fabric curtain. This was not a problem on the first night (although it is nice when curtain tracks overlap so there is not a gap where the curtains meet). On the second night, it was a problem as several very bright bursts of ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Pullman Cairns International
Lovely hotel.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Buchan Point

Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Ellis Beach
Ellis Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Macalister Range National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland.

Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.

Macalister Range
While visiting Macalister Range, you might make a stop by sights like Kuranda National Park and Smithfield Conservation Park.

Kewarra Beach
Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Kuranda National Park while you're exploring the area.

Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
