Brinsmead
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 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
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Brinsmead
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
Awesome place, everyone is friendly.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Clean room. Good size room.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
The rooms are fantastic and the staff are just brilliant. We will will definitely see you again.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Nice hotel and staff were great. Hotel just needed a little bit of an update.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
Great service came back to a tidy room fresh towels and made bed
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hilton Cairns
Very friendly staff, very good location, at bit noise from the city at night, but what can you expect with this location. Breakfast was great. Selfparking with low clearance of 185cm was a bit of a challenge, but we managed. Next time I choose valet, when I come in a SUV
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Brinsmead
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.
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.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 North
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.
