Cairns Central Business District
Cairns
Visit Cairns Central Business District
Popular places to visit
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.
The Cairns Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Cairns Museum during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Reef Fleet Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Cairns with a trip to Reef Fleet Terminal. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Cairns, 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.
Things to do
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: ,Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1)
Hollywood to Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes Tour
Top hotels in Cairns Central Business District
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Run like clockwork.
Reviewed on 22 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
Hilton Cairns
It was a nice stay. We’d just come from Palm Cove, so it felt a little tired and busy in comparison. We liked the view of the river. We found the Esplanade very windy but maybe we were just unlucky? The staff were lovely and the Little Hilton stamp collecting was cute for our kid. But annoying having ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
It is a decent hotel at a decent price.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cairns Central Business District
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.
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.
Westcourt
You'll enjoy the casinos and shopping in Westcourt. You might want to make time for a stop at DFO Cairns or Cazalys Cairns.
Manunda
Shopping, gardens and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're in the area.
Bungalow
The beaches and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Bungalow. Want to see more of the surrounding area? DFO Cairns and Cazalys Cairns are a few top sights nearby.
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.
