Cairns North

Cairns

The Cairns Lagoon at sunrise in Tropical North Queensland
The Cairns Lagoon at sunrise in Tropical North Queensland
Cairns Esplanade which includes night scenes
Cairns Esplanade featuring a park as well as a couple
Cairns Esplanade which includes a sandy beach, swimming and a pool

Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade showing a luxury hotel or resort, a pool and swimming

Cairns Esplanade

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

Cairns Esplanade
One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.

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 Central Shopping Centre
Palm Cove Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views

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 which includes sailing, mountains and a 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 which includes a hotel and a coastal town

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 Convention Centre, Queensland: Aerial Photo of Iconic Architecture, Urban Landscape, Waterfront, and City Infrastructure in Tropical North Queensland, Australia

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.

Cairns Convention Centre

Things to do

Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

RM290
per adult
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

RM577
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

RM90
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

RM55
per adult
Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket
Cairns: Paronella Park Ticket

Cairns: Paronella Park Ticket

RM163
per adult
Cairns: Paronella Park Ticket
Combo image of scenic train ride and Rainforestation

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour

RM795
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour
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Top hotels in Cairns North

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

4 out of 5
209-217 Abbott Street Cairns North QLD
The price is RM367 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
RM367
RM404 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Amazing air con! So needed this every day. Bliss! Clean room, great size and fab view. Good breakfast. Great staff.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD
The price is RM418 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
RM418
RM460 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Great staff great location

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Hotel Tropiq

Hotel Tropiq

3.5 out of 5
179 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is RM295 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
RM295
RM325 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (503 reviews)
We loved Hotel Tropiq! 10/10. Pool beautiful . Staff lovely and very helpful . Everything we needed

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Hotel Tropiq
Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns Sheridan Hotel

4 out of 5
295 Sheridan Street Cairns North QLD
The price is RM438 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
RM438
RM482 total
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Great hotel for business. Clean room and nice staff.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court

3.5 out of 5
167-173 Sheridan St Cairns North QLD
The price is RM236 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
RM236
RM260 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Very tidy room and spacious

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Cairns Queens Court
Bohemia Resort Cairns

Bohemia Resort Cairns

3 out of 5
231 Mcleod Street Cairns North QLD
The price is RM170 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
RM170
RM187 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland ...
6.2/10 (999 reviews)
Nice apartment really loved the hospitality

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

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 Anderson Street Conservation Park or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're in the area.

Manunda
Cairns showing 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
Aerial view above Rhodes with views to Wentworth Point and Concord West with Parramatta River in Sydney NSW Australia

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
Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens

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.

Edge Hill
Jack Barnes Bicentennial Mangrove Boardwalk in a coastal area of the Coral Sea in Cairns, Northern Queensland, Australia

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 Cairns Botanic Gardens.

Whitfield

Cairns North