Smithfield
Cairns
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Popular places to visit
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Australian Armour and Artillery Museum during your travels in Cairns. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Cattana Wetlands
Enjoy the spectacular coral reefs and explore Cattana Wetlands, a lovely green space in Cairns. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Smithfield Shopping Centre
During your visit to Cairns, you can do some window-shopping at Smithfield Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
James Cook University
Walk around the campus at James Cook University during your stay in Cairns. Amble around the area's beaches or experience its museums.
Smithfield Mountain Bike Park Trail Head
You can take time to visit Smithfield Mountain Bike Park Trail Head during your travels to Cairns. Discover the area's museums and shops.
Things to do
Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park Ticket (BNP)
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package
Top hotels in Smithfield
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Great spacious room with all the amenities needed. Easy check in and special Thank you to Niklas for assisting with our bags and car, a nice warm welcome. Will definitely stay again when next in Cairns.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Clean room , friendly staff, great food, comfy beds.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Hilton Cairns
The staff was very courteous, helpful , friendly, and efficient. The breakfast in the restaurant each morning was excellent. The location was great and easily walkable for the activities we had planned.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Lovely staff
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
A bit of a must y smell and no ventilation in lifts other then that, staff were lovely and was central
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Crystalbrook Riley
The pool area was relaxing
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Smithfield
Trinity Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach.
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.
Barron
Barron might not have many top sights, but Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Holloways Beach
Beaches, restaurants and gardens are just a few things travellers enjoy about Holloways Beach. Check out Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach 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.
