Visit Clifton Beach
Popular places to visit
Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.
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.
Things to do
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: ,Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1)
Hollywood to Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes Tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Top hotels in Clifton Beach
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
Crystalbrook Flynn
Clean, accessible dining options staff friendly and very accommodating
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 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 Clifton Beach
Kewarra Beach
Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Kuranda National Park while you're exploring the area.
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Ellis Beach
Ellis Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Macalister Range National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland.
Trinity Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach.
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.
