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.
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 Night Markets
During your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, 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
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Hollywood to Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes Tour
Top hotels in Barron
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Nice large room. Warm and welcoming staff. Excellent place to stay gor families. 45 minute walk into city centre
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
This was a beautiful hotel. It was close to shopping, food and tour pick-ups. I would definitely recommend this hotel !
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Clean rooms, attended to daily. Only down side we had was wifi in the room was fair. If you wanted good you had to go to bar. 40 minute walk to center of town along the Esplanade. Every tour but one picked us up at hotel
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Hilton Cairns
Great
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Crystalbrook Riley
We had a wonderful stay at the Riley. Beautiful property, well appointed and large room, very clean, well located and easily walkable. The coup de grace was the excellent and pleasant service we received from everyone on their staff, and especially from Cameron who gave great restaurant and tour ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Crystalbrook Bailey
Great location, wonderful and accommodating staff
Reviewed on 13 Dec 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 Cairns 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 Cairns Botanic Gardens or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
