Barron
Cairns
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 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 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.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Things to do
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: ,Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1)
Top hotels in Barron
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Love this place everytime
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Our 3 night stay was enjoyable. Staff were friendly, service was excellent. Close proximity to walking trails.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
The view from our room was amazing. The staff were friendly, breakfast was lovely and the location was perfect with walking distance to a lot of great restaurants. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
Clean, accessible dining options staff friendly and very accommodating
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Crystalbrook Riley
Staff excellent, food excellent, room always very clean and very comfortable.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Crystalbrook Bailey
Breakfast was fine. The coffee machine rarely worked and in a place this size more than one machine is necessary. When the machine wasn’t available you had to purchase coffee from the bar. Everything else was fine.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barron
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.
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.
Machans Beach
Though Machans Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum.
Smithfield
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Smithfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Smithfield Shopping Centre or Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
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.
