Cairns North
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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.

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.

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.

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

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Wavedancer Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Sailing Catamaran
Top hotels in Cairns North

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Pleasant service at check-in, room was nice and clean and roomy. Car parking was convenient. Short 10 minute walk to the restaurants, excellent stay.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
The view was awesome
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Hotel Tropiq
Not really sure it was great
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Bohemia Resort Cairns
Cheap and awesome
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Room is quiet, clean and maintained
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Cairns Queens Court
1, the whole room had a weird small that wasn't pleasant. 2, TV wasn't a smart tv and couldn't watch anything. 3, Show had a leak and the whole fool got flooded. 4, the hallway was dirty and never got clean. 5, random people were sitting outside.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cairns North

Manunda
Shopping, gardens and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Anderson Street Conservation Park or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're in the area.

Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.

Parramatta Park
Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Barlow Park and Cazaly's Stadium.

Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Cairns Botanic Gardens or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.

Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.

Westcourt
You'll enjoy the casinos and shopping in Westcourt. You might want to make time for a stop at DFO Cairns or Cazalys Cairns.
