Cairns North

Cairns

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Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade which includes a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool

Cairns Esplanade

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
Palm Cove Beach

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.

Palm Cove Beach
Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

Cairns Marlin Marina
Esplanade Lagoon showing a coastal town and a hotel

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.

Esplanade Lagoon
Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Night Markets

During your trip to Cairns, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

Cairns Night Markets
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway featuring forests and rainforest

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

Things to do

crocodile jumping for food with people watching in cairns

Kuranda & Hartley's Crocodile Adventure

HK$1,423
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kuranda & Hartley's Crocodile Adventure
QuickCoast passing Purtaboi Island enroute to Dunk Island and Brammo Bay

Cairns: Explore & Hike Dunk Island - Full Day Tour

HK$819
per adult
Cairns: Explore & Hike Dunk Island - Full Day Tour
Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!

Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!

HK$1,654
per adult
Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers

Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers - Half Day PM

HK$536
per adult
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers - Half Day PM
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

HK$1,495
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

HK$1,073
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
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Top hotels in Cairns North

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is HK$905 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
HK$905
HK$995 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable bed and great location for exploring Cairns. Rooms could do with double glazing as the airport is close and the helipad for the hospital even closer! All in all a great option for a night or two."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is HK$1,165 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
HK$1,165
HK$1,282 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Staff was very professional and helping however room was not very clean."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 out of 5
167-173 Sheridan St, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Basic met all my needs highly affordable"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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Cairns Queens Court
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is HK$1,088 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
HK$1,088
HK$1,201 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"For one night stay was close to airport and good transport buses."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq

3.5 out of 5
179 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (412 reviews)
"Apart from a group of very noisy guests on my final 2 days/nights who were drinking, screaming and playing loud music all day and late into the night, I thought the property was great value for money and the staff were all very friendly and polite."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

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Hotel Tropiq
Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street, Cairns North, QLD
The price is HK$444 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
HK$444
HK$489 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are ...
6.2/10 (1,000 reviews)
"The gardens make this place appealing. Rooms with Wall prints very attractive. Staff very helpful and pleasant"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Bohemia Resort Cairns
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Other neighbourhoods around Cairns North

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Manunda

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

Manunda
Cairns which includes a city

Cairns Central Business District

4.5/5(69 area reviews)

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.

Cairns Central Business District
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Parramatta Park

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

Parramatta Park
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Edge Hill

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

Edge Hill
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Aeroglen

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

Aeroglen
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Whitfield

While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.

Whitfield

Cairns North