Guidebook for Cairns North
Getting Around
Great team at Sugarland that have a great range of new cars for you to hire.
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Sugarland Car Rentals
314 Sheridan StGreat team at Sugarland that have a great range of new cars for you to hire.
We have used this company in the past when travelling to Brisbane. Very reliable cars, great prices and very easy to deal with.
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East Coast Car Rentals - Cairns Airport
411 Sheridan StWe have used this company in the past when travelling to Brisbane. Very reliable cars, great prices and very easy to deal with.
Cairns Taxis have ranks at the Airport and throughout the city.
Call 131008
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Lake Street Taxi Rank
2 Lake StCairns Taxis have ranks at the Airport and throughout the city.
Call 131008
Services by Sun Palm Transport Direct to Hotels,CBD,Northern Beaches & Port Douglas – Located in the Airport Terminal
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North Queensland Bus Charters FNQ Airport Shuttle
169 Mill RdServices by Sun Palm Transport Direct to Hotels,CBD,Northern Beaches & Port Douglas – Located in the Airport Terminal
Entertainment & Activities
They have the Army Duck that takes you into the lagoon that has crocodiles - one of the best tours we have taken. There is lots of activities including feeding the wallabies. If you get it as part of the four park pass - it can be a great way to see everything but within a budget.
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Парк природы Рейнфорестейшн
1030 Kennedy HighwayThey have the Army Duck that takes you into the lagoon that has crocodiles - one of the best tours we have taken. There is lots of activities including feeding the wallabies. If you get it as part of the four park pass - it can be a great way to see everything but within a budget.
There are a few different ways to do this - you can do it as part of a package with the Scenic Train up to Kuranda. You can also do it directly through them. There are a few stops up the mountain range - you will get to see our beautiful rain forest and learn all about it. Please visit websites for tours available
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Канатная дорога Skyrail в дождевом лесу
6 Skyrail DrThere are a few different ways to do this - you can do it as part of a package with the Scenic Train up to Kuranda. You can also do it directly through them. There are a few stops up the mountain range - you will get to see our beautiful rain forest and learn all about it. Please visit websites for tours available
The entire Esplanade is one of the best features of Cairns. You can talk a walk along the entire Esplanade which includes the Lagoon, fitness stations and best of all for the kids Muddy's Playground. There are sections for all age groups. There is also a kiosk there - perfect for fish and chips watching out to sea.
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Лагуна Эспланады в Кэрнсе
54 EsplanadeThe entire Esplanade is one of the best features of Cairns. You can talk a walk along the entire Esplanade which includes the Lagoon, fitness stations and best of all for the kids Muddy's Playground. There are sections for all age groups. There is also a kiosk there - perfect for fish and chips watching out to sea.
Located 40 mins north of Cairns,is simply the best place to see a Crocodile and wildlife in North Queensland.Timber boardwalks and pathways lead you on a journey of discovery through woodlands and rainforest where you can see an array of wildlife.
Open from 8.30am – 5.00pm every day of the year
Admission - Adults $37.00 Children $18.50 Family 2A & 2C $92.50 Please visit website for any changes
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Приключения крокодилов Хартли
Captain Cook HighwayLocated 40 mins north of Cairns,is simply the best place to see a Crocodile and wildlife in North Queensland.Timber boardwalks and pathways lead you on a journey of discovery through woodlands and rainforest where you can see an array of wildlife.
Open from 8.30am – 5.00pm every day of the year
Admission - Adults $37.00 Children $18.50 Family 2A & 2C $92.50 Please visit website for any changes
Located at Cairns City, QLD, 4870
Known for Stunning Views, Iconic Scenes, Tour, Touristy
Walk on the sea floor - perfect for non swimmers. It is easy and simple to do - available at Green Island and a great way to see the Reef up close.
Please visit website for tours available.
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Seawalker Green Island
Located at Cairns City, QLD, 4870
Known for Stunning Views, Iconic Scenes, Tour, Touristy
Walk on the sea floor - perfect for non swimmers. It is easy and simple to do - available at Green Island and a great way to see the Reef up close.
Please visit website for tours available.
Located at 287 Draper St, Parramatta Park, QLD, 4870
Known for Stunning Views, Iconic Scenes, Families, Tour, Touristy
The Reef, The rainforest and everything in between. Downunder Tours can help you with any tours or information regarding tours available.
Please visit website for details
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Down Under Cruise and Dive
1 Spence StreetLocated at 287 Draper St, Parramatta Park, QLD, 4870
Known for Stunning Views, Iconic Scenes, Families, Tour, Touristy
The Reef, The rainforest and everything in between. Downunder Tours can help you with any tours or information regarding tours available.
Please visit website for details
Located at 1145 Kamerunga Rd, Smithfield, QLD, 4878
Known for Rainy Days, Early Birds, Families, Tour, Touristy
On display daily are pieces of history,items from WW1 & WW2, Northern Africa & the Pacific.Vehicles,Weaponry and Artillery all in one location.
Open 7 days 9.30 – 4.30pm
Adults $25 Children $15 Family 2A & 2 C $65
Please visit website for any changes
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Австралийский музей брони и артиллерии
2 Skyrail DrLocated at 1145 Kamerunga Rd, Smithfield, QLD, 4878
Known for Rainy Days, Early Birds, Families, Tour, Touristy
On display daily are pieces of history,items from WW1 & WW2, Northern Africa & the Pacific.Vehicles,Weaponry and Artillery all in one location.
Open 7 days 9.30 – 4.30pm
Adults $25 Children $15 Family 2A & 2 C $65
Please visit website for any changes
Located at 174 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
Known for Early Birds, Stunning Views, Iconic Scenes, Families, Budget Friendly, Sports & Recreation, Touristy
For those with children looking for a great way to entertain but on a budget, you can easily spend a few hours in the Playground. It has different sections for each age group - even better the location is ideal as you look out to see. Sit back and have a coffee and watch the children - or just spend time people watching as the walkway goes past.
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Muddy's Cafe
174 EsplanadeLocated at 174 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD, 4870
Known for Early Birds, Stunning Views, Iconic Scenes, Families, Budget Friendly, Sports & Recreation, Touristy
For those with children looking for a great way to entertain but on a budget, you can easily spend a few hours in the Playground. It has different sections for each age group - even better the location is ideal as you look out to see. Sit back and have a coffee and watch the children - or just spend time people watching as the walkway goes past.
Located at 1 Spence St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
Known for Stunning Views, Iconic Scenes, Groups, Tour, Touristy
Just one of the many tour operators that can take you out to the Great Barrier Reef. They have glass bottom boats, reef viewing submarines and you can also have a scenic helicopter ride. Of course they will get you out there snorkeling or diving on the beautiful Barrier Reef. Please visit website for any changes.
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Reef Magic Cruises
1 Spence StLocated at 1 Spence St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
Known for Stunning Views, Iconic Scenes, Groups, Tour, Touristy
Just one of the many tour operators that can take you out to the Great Barrier Reef. They have glass bottom boats, reef viewing submarines and you can also have a scenic helicopter ride. Of course they will get you out there snorkeling or diving on the beautiful Barrier Reef. Please visit website for any changes.
Located at Kuranda, QLD, 4881
Known for Tour
We have the worlds most beautiful butterfly - Ulysses with its bright blue wings. If you want to see this and the other beautiful butterflies this is perfect. Home to over 2,000 magnificent tropical butterflies.
Admission – Adults 19.50 Children $9.75 Family 2A 2C $48.75 Please check online for any changes
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Butterfly Sanctuary
8 Rob Veivers DrLocated at Kuranda, QLD, 4881
Known for Tour
We have the worlds most beautiful butterfly - Ulysses with its bright blue wings. If you want to see this and the other beautiful butterflies this is perfect. Home to over 2,000 magnificent tropical butterflies.
Admission – Adults 19.50 Children $9.75 Family 2A 2C $48.75 Please check online for any changes
Located at 35-41 Wharf St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
Known for ml.gb.tag.Everything Else Entertainment
Located at the top of the Reef Casino is the Dome. You can either do the entry only which gets you up close with the animals, including a real crocodile. Look out for Chloe that does that talks about snakes and other animals - she is great. For those more adventurous you can do the Zoom circuit - which my niece and nephew just LOVE to do - particularly when you have to zip over the top of the crocodile!!
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Cairns ZOOM и Wildlife Dome
35-41 Wharf StLocated at 35-41 Wharf St, Cairns, QLD, 4870
Known for ml.gb.tag.Everything Else Entertainment
Located at the top of the Reef Casino is the Dome. You can either do the entry only which gets you up close with the animals, including a real crocodile. Look out for Chloe that does that talks about snakes and other animals - she is great. For those more adventurous you can do the Zoom circuit - which my niece and nephew just LOVE to do - particularly when you have to zip over the top of the crocodile!!
The Sugarworld pool and waterslide complex is set on 17 acres of historical parklands in Cairns. Providing leisure activities and attractions for the whole family.
Gates open 10am and close at 4.30pm from September to April.
Please check website for any changes. Admission Adults $16.50 Children 5 - 13yrs $13.50, Family 2A & 2C $54.00
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Sugarworld Waterpark
Hambledon DriveThe Sugarworld pool and waterslide complex is set on 17 acres of historical parklands in Cairns. Providing leisure activities and attractions for the whole family.
Gates open 10am and close at 4.30pm from September to April.
Please check website for any changes. Admission Adults $16.50 Children 5 - 13yrs $13.50, Family 2A & 2C $54.00
The Kuranda Scenic Railway tour is an experience for all the family to enjoy.
It is a unforgettable journey up the mountainous range from Cairns to the village of Kuranda. Tropical rainforest, cascading waterfalls and rivers.
Cairns to Kuranda return – 7 hours depart 8.30am return 3.30pm from $50
Other tours available. Book online
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Cairns Railway Station
Bunda StreetThe Kuranda Scenic Railway tour is an experience for all the family to enjoy.
It is a unforgettable journey up the mountainous range from Cairns to the village of Kuranda. Tropical rainforest, cascading waterfalls and rivers.
Cairns to Kuranda return – 7 hours depart 8.30am return 3.30pm from $50
Other tours available. Book online
Your Daintree rainforest tour day begins with boarding your custom 4 WD for a very early start. Breathtaking scenery of coastline, mounta ins and rainforest. Cruise down the Daintree River on a river boat with your guide, where you will see Crocodiles, Snakes and lots of other wildlife.
For more details visit website and book online
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Дейнтри Рейнфорест
2333 Cape Tribulation RdYour Daintree rainforest tour day begins with boarding your custom 4 WD for a very early start. Breathtaking scenery of coastline, mounta ins and rainforest. Cruise down the Daintree River on a river boat with your guide, where you will see Crocodiles, Snakes and lots of other wildlife.
For more details visit website and book online
The recently redeveloped facility has a 50m Pool, 25m Lap Pool, a Warm Therapy Pool, a Toddler Splash area, a Flow Rider and Cafe.
Opening Hours Mon-Fri 5.30am – 8.00pm
Sat 6.00am – 6.00pm Sun 8.00am – 6.00pm Public Holidays 8.00am – 6.00pm
Admission Adults $5.50 Children $4.50 Concession $4.00
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Tobruk Memorial Pool
370 Sheridan StThe recently redeveloped facility has a 50m Pool, 25m Lap Pool, a Warm Therapy Pool, a Toddler Splash area, a Flow Rider and Cafe.
Opening Hours Mon-Fri 5.30am – 8.00pm
Sat 6.00am – 6.00pm Sun 8.00am – 6.00pm Public Holidays 8.00am – 6.00pm
Admission Adults $5.50 Children $4.50 Concession $4.00
Cairns Reef Fishing is locally; family owned and operated fishing charter business based at the Marlin Marina. They provide quality, well maintained fishing equipment, bottle drinking water, full fresh lunch.
They clean, and bag up your fish, store it on ice ready for you to take home.
Depart from Marlin Marina at 6.45am and return between 3.30pm and 4.00pm
Shared Charter Cost $260 all inclusive
You can book online or call 0427400027
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Cairns Reef Fishing
Cairns Reef Fishing is locally; family owned and operated fishing charter business based at the Marlin Marina. They provide quality, well maintained fishing equipment, bottle drinking water, full fresh lunch.
They clean, and bag up your fish, store it on ice ready for you to take home.
Depart from Marlin Marina at 6.45am and return between 3.30pm and 4.00pm
Shared Charter Cost $260 all inclusive
You can book online or call 0427400027
Each night when the sun goes down, Cairns Night Markets come alive. Over 70 retail outlets. The night markets are the perfect place to grab dinner and look for a bargain.
Featuring cuisine from all over the world. You can even have a massage.
Located at 71-75 The Esplanade and open daily from 5pm – 10pm
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Cairns Night Markets
54-60 Abbott StEach night when the sun goes down, Cairns Night Markets come alive. Over 70 retail outlets. The night markets are the perfect place to grab dinner and look for a bargain.
Featuring cuisine from all over the world. You can even have a massage.
Located at 71-75 The Esplanade and open daily from 5pm – 10pm
Rusty's markets is one of the most successful market's held in Queensland,with 180 stalls of fresh fruit and vegetables,clothing and other items. There is 2 hour free parking above Rusty's on Sheridan Street. Hours Fri,Sat & Sun 5am to 6pm
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Rusty's Market
89 Grafton StRusty's markets is one of the most successful market's held in Queensland,with 180 stalls of fresh fruit and vegetables,clothing and other items. There is 2 hour free parking above Rusty's on Sheridan Street. Hours Fri,Sat & Sun 5am to 6pm
Quicksilver boats take you to the Agincourt Reef at the very outer edge of the Barrier Reef. Clear water provides the best possible underwater visibility.
Included in your day is Morning and Afternoon tea, a smorgasbord lunch,snorkelling equipment provided,stinger suits, under water observatory and coral viewing.
Cost Adult $246 Child $ 124 Family 2 adults 2 children $616
Please check website for any changes or times available for bookings.
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Quicksilver Cruises
44 Wharf StQuicksilver boats take you to the Agincourt Reef at the very outer edge of the Barrier Reef. Clear water provides the best possible underwater visibility.
Included in your day is Morning and Afternoon tea, a smorgasbord lunch,snorkelling equipment provided,stinger suits, under water observatory and coral viewing.
Cost Adult $246 Child $ 124 Family 2 adults 2 children $616
Please check website for any changes or times available for bookings.
As the only aquarium in the world dedicated exclusively to the habitats and species of Tropical North Queensland. The Cairns Aquarium connects visitors with the natural wonder of the Great Barrier Reef with over 15,000 animals and a unique opportunity to see some of the world’s most dangerous creature’s.
Please check website for any changes.
Adult $42 Child $28 Concession $34 and Family 2A + 2 C $126
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Аквариум Кэрнс
5 Florence StAs the only aquarium in the world dedicated exclusively to the habitats and species of Tropical North Queensland. The Cairns Aquarium connects visitors with the natural wonder of the Great Barrier Reef with over 15,000 animals and a unique opportunity to see some of the world’s most dangerous creature’s.
Please check website for any changes.
Adult $42 Child $28 Concession $34 and Family 2A + 2 C $126
Essentials
There are two main supermarkets in Cairns City itself. Woolworths has a great range of fresh fruit and vegetables.
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Woolworths Cairns
103 Abbott StThere are two main supermarkets in Cairns City itself. Woolworths has a great range of fresh fruit and vegetables.
Coles is located in Cairns Central Shopping Centre. It is in the middle of the City and open long hours. Big supermarket with lots of fresh fruit and vegetables.
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Coles Cairns Central
Aplin StreetColes is located in Cairns Central Shopping Centre. It is in the middle of the City and open long hours. Big supermarket with lots of fresh fruit and vegetables.
Conveniently located in the heart of the city. You can leave your laundry there and have it done for you. Or use one of the coin operated machines and wash and dry in no time at all.
Open 7days a week from 6am till 10pm
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The Laundry Express
145-147 Lake StConveniently located in the heart of the city. You can leave your laundry there and have it done for you. Or use one of the coin operated machines and wash and dry in no time at all.
Open 7days a week from 6am till 10pm
For all your pharmacy needs, in the heart of the city.
Open 6am – 6pm
Phone – 0740410222
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Chemist Warehouse Cairns
50 McLeod StFor all your pharmacy needs, in the heart of the city.
Open 6am – 6pm
Phone – 0740410222
Cairns Medical Centre is Located on the Corner Florence and Grafton Street,Cairns
Open 24 hours Phone 07 40521119 or visit website for details
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The Cairns 24 Hour Medical Centre
Cairns Medical Centre is Located on the Corner Florence and Grafton Street,Cairns
Open 24 hours Phone 07 40521119 or visit website for details
Luke Dunn Dental
194 McLeod StDentist
Luke Dunn Phone 42 424 118
Hospital Cairns Base Phone 42 260 000
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Cairns Base Hospital: Emergency Room
165 EsplanadeHospital Cairns Base Phone 42 260 000
Cairns Private Hospital
1 Upward StHospital Private Phone 40 525 200
Shopping
This is my absolute favourite jewellery store in Cairns. Hand made original pieces, and once you have seen Lindy's style you will then see that most locals have a piece or two of hers.
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SO UNFORGETTABLE
52 Shields StThis is my absolute favourite jewellery store in Cairns. Hand made original pieces, and once you have seen Lindy's style you will then see that most locals have a piece or two of hers.
Here you will find Big W, Harris Scarf,Target open 7 days
There is a Cinema in the centre
Coles and Woolworths open 7 days
Lots of speciality shops and a Eatery
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Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre
537 Mulgrave RdHere you will find Big W, Harris Scarf,Target open 7 days
There is a Cinema in the centre
Coles and Woolworths open 7 days
Lots of speciality shops and a Eatery
Major Stores -Kmart,Target,Myers open 7 days
There is a Cinema in the centre
Lots of speciality shops and a Eatery
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Cairns Central Shopping Centre
21 McLeod StMajor Stores -Kmart,Target,Myers open 7 days
There is a Cinema in the centre
Lots of speciality shops and a Eatery
Major Stores include Kmart,Woolworths and Coles. Open 7 days
Smithfield Tavern and lots of speciality shops
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Smithfield Shopping Centre station
Major Stores include Kmart,Woolworths and Coles. Open 7 days
Smithfield Tavern and lots of speciality shops
The Pier is where you go to find fashion labels, footwear, swimwear & other speciality shops. There is variety of Cafe's and Takeaway food outlets along the boardwalk where you can dine have a coffee and watch the Cruise Liners dock. The view is breathtaking and the Marina is a hive of activity as people go fishing or on trips to the islands.
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The Pier Shopping Centre
1 Pier Point RoadThe Pier is where you go to find fashion labels, footwear, swimwear & other speciality shops. There is variety of Cafe's and Takeaway food outlets along the boardwalk where you can dine have a coffee and watch the Cruise Liners dock. The view is breathtaking and the Marina is a hive of activity as people go fishing or on trips to the islands.
Here you will find a large selection of big brand items.
Ralf,Lauren,Guess,Oroton & Quicksilver.
Health,Beauty & Gift shops,there is a number of cafe's and take away food outlets.
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DFO Cairns
274 Mulgrave RoadHere you will find a large selection of big brand items.
Ralf,Lauren,Guess,Oroton & Quicksilver.
Health,Beauty & Gift shops,there is a number of cafe's and take away food outlets.
Arts & Culture
4000 years worth of Indigenous history to be seen here. A unique cultural experience with performances ,dance, food and arts. Nightfire is Tjapukai’s evening performance with the Tjapukai corroboree dance to the sound of the didgeridoo.
You can book online.
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Tjapukai Аборигенный культурный парк
4000 years worth of Indigenous history to be seen here. A unique cultural experience with performances ,dance, food and arts. Nightfire is Tjapukai’s evening performance with the Tjapukai corroboree dance to the sound of the didgeridoo.
You can book online.
The Tanks are known for live music events and art exhibitions, and are located just next door to the Botanic Gardens. Visit the Tanks Markets on the last Sunday of every month, where you can find quirky items hand-made by locals.
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Tanks Arts Centre
46 Collins AveThe Tanks are known for live music events and art exhibitions, and are located just next door to the Botanic Gardens. Visit the Tanks Markets on the last Sunday of every month, where you can find quirky items hand-made by locals.
Located in the old public curators building and is host to local Australian and international artists.
There is a Gallery Shop for souvenirs.
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Художественная галерея Кэрнс
40 Abbott StLocated in the old public curators building and is host to local Australian and international artists.
There is a Gallery Shop for souvenirs.
Parks & Nature
There are lots of different operators that can take you out to the island. If you want to be able to see coral reef and fish, but want to be able to snorkel close to the shore - this is perfect. There is lots to see and do on the island if you are taking a day trip. They have a turtle rehabilitation centre that is really interesting. Foxy's bar is a great place to have a drink and look out over the beach. There is a walk to the light house for those that are fitter - beautiful views from the top.
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Fitzroy Island
There are lots of different operators that can take you out to the island. If you want to be able to see coral reef and fish, but want to be able to snorkel close to the shore - this is perfect. There is lots to see and do on the island if you are taking a day trip. They have a turtle rehabilitation centre that is really interesting. Foxy's bar is a great place to have a drink and look out over the beach. There is a walk to the light house for those that are fitter - beautiful views from the top.
This is located approximately an hours drive south of Cairns. A fantastic place to take the family on a picnic and walking. The boulders are massive and the surroundings are magic. The water is crystal clear and you are surrounded by mountains. Take a BBQ and enjoy a picnic.
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Бабинда Болдерс
1 Munro StThis is located approximately an hours drive south of Cairns. A fantastic place to take the family on a picnic and walking. The boulders are massive and the surroundings are magic. The water is crystal clear and you are surrounded by mountains. Take a BBQ and enjoy a picnic.
Red Arrow Walk 6 hour guided tour to Cairns Botonical Gardens.Hike to the top of Mount Whitfield (approx 40 min) spectacular views over Cairns,Trinity Bay and Northern Beaches.Explore the lush gardens.Departs from Bellview Hotel 10.30 am Return to Cairns Wildlife Dome approx 4.30pm From $69
Please visit website for any changes
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Red Arrow Circuit Lookout
46-62 Collins AveRed Arrow Walk 6 hour guided tour to Cairns Botonical Gardens.Hike to the top of Mount Whitfield (approx 40 min) spectacular views over Cairns,Trinity Bay and Northern Beaches.Explore the lush gardens.Departs from Bellview Hotel 10.30 am Return to Cairns Wildlife Dome approx 4.30pm From $69
Please visit website for any changes
You will need to drive out to get to this beautiful spot. It has small waterfalls, great walking tracks – secluded swimming hole surrounded by tropical rainforest. Distance from Cairns City Centre is 17.5 kilometres. There is a BBQ area with picnic tables.
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Хрустальные каскады
Redlynch Intake RoadYou will need to drive out to get to this beautiful spot. It has small waterfalls, great walking tracks – secluded swimming hole surrounded by tropical rainforest. Distance from Cairns City Centre is 17.5 kilometres. There is a BBQ area with picnic tables.
This is just 20 minutes from Port Douglas and approximately 90 minutes north of Cairns. The gorge highlights one of our beautiful parks - great walks and getting in touch with nature.
Pristine Rainforest and clear streams.
Tours are available from Cairns or take a drive and enjoy the scenery.
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Mossman Gorge
This is just 20 minutes from Port Douglas and approximately 90 minutes north of Cairns. The gorge highlights one of our beautiful parks - great walks and getting in touch with nature.
Pristine Rainforest and clear streams.
Tours are available from Cairns or take a drive and enjoy the scenery.
The gardens and grounds are world class - so many tropical plants to see that are incredible up close. They have a restaurant and cafe as well.
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Ботанические сады Кэрнса
78-96 Collins AveThe gardens and grounds are world class - so many tropical plants to see that are incredible up close. They have a restaurant and cafe as well.
The saltwater and freshwater lakes provide a calm and beautiful place to retreat for peace and quiet. You can also follow the rainforest boardwalks right through to the Botanic Gardens.
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Greenslopes St at Centenary Lakes station
The saltwater and freshwater lakes provide a calm and beautiful place to retreat for peace and quiet. You can also follow the rainforest boardwalks right through to the Botanic Gardens.
Green Island is a beautiful coral cay on Australia's Great Barrier Reef with island rainforests, surrounded by white sandy beaches & magnificent coral reefs and abundant marine life. You can snorkel, dive and swim in the clear waters, view the spectacular reef on a coral viewing tour, explore Green Island.
Full Day from $90 Departing at 9am, 11am and daily
Ph -0740510444
Please visit website for any changes
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Green Island Resort
Green Island is a beautiful coral cay on Australia's Great Barrier Reef with island rainforests, surrounded by white sandy beaches & magnificent coral reefs and abundant marine life. You can snorkel, dive and swim in the clear waters, view the spectacular reef on a coral viewing tour, explore Green Island.
Full Day from $90 Departing at 9am, 11am and daily
Ph -0740510444
Please visit website for any changes
Sightseeing
If you think the Great Ocean Road is beautiful, then take the drive from Cairns up to Port Douglas. Beautiful scenery that takes you right up to the oceans edge. On Sunday they have the famous beach markets - great unusual items to buy. Excellent lunches at the many restaurants there.
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Port Douglas
If you think the Great Ocean Road is beautiful, then take the drive from Cairns up to Port Douglas. Beautiful scenery that takes you right up to the oceans edge. On Sunday they have the famous beach markets - great unusual items to buy. Excellent lunches at the many restaurants there.
A heritage-listed 1930's castle with picturesque grounds. Makes for a perfect day trip with the family, or for a quiet and romantic outing.
The Park is run by a 1933 Hydro Electric Plant.
Admission Adults $44 Children (5-15) $23 Pensioners $39
Open 9am – 7.30pm – 7 days
Please visit website for any changes.
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Паронелла Парк
1671 Innisfail Japoon RdA heritage-listed 1930's castle with picturesque grounds. Makes for a perfect day trip with the family, or for a quiet and romantic outing.
The Park is run by a 1933 Hydro Electric Plant.
Admission Adults $44 Children (5-15) $23 Pensioners $39
Open 9am – 7.30pm – 7 days
Please visit website for any changes.
The Cairns Esplanade is a picturesque 2.5km stretch of foreshore in the heart of Cairns..
The parklands, playgrounds, boardwalk, Lagoon and recreational facilities are all free entry. enjoy this stunning facility.
The Esplanade has great cafe’s, where you can sit have a coffee, gaze out over the ocean.
A great way to start the day. Perfect !
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Esplanade
EsplanadeThe Cairns Esplanade is a picturesque 2.5km stretch of foreshore in the heart of Cairns..
The parklands, playgrounds, boardwalk, Lagoon and recreational facilities are all free entry. enjoy this stunning facility.
The Esplanade has great cafe’s, where you can sit have a coffee, gaze out over the ocean.
A great way to start the day. Perfect !
Herberton Historic Village
The Village currently features over 50 original out house buildings with intact interior displays,orginal machinery and vehicles, plus thousands of antique items.Many of the buildings arrived at the village from around the region during the 1970s.
Open from 9am to 5pm during season Admission Adults $28 Children $12 Family $70 Concession $25
Please visit website for any changes.
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Historic Village Herberton
6 BroadwayHerberton Historic Village
The Village currently features over 50 original out house buildings with intact interior displays,orginal machinery and vehicles, plus thousands of antique items.Many of the buildings arrived at the village from around the region during the 1970s.
Open from 9am to 5pm during season Admission Adults $28 Children $12 Family $70 Concession $25
Please visit website for any changes.
The Yungaburra Market
On one day each month, local producers gather on the commons in the middle of the historic village of Yungaburra to sell fresh produce,flowers home made crafts,local wines,wooden furniture,clothing and just about anything else you can think of.
From January to November- they are held on the 4th Saturday of the month. 7.30 to 12.30pm
December is the biggest market.
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Yungaburra Markets
4 Maple StThe Yungaburra Market
On one day each month, local producers gather on the commons in the middle of the historic village of Yungaburra to sell fresh produce,flowers home made crafts,local wines,wooden furniture,clothing and just about anything else you can think of.
From January to November- they are held on the 4th Saturday of the month. 7.30 to 12.30pm
December is the biggest market.
Malanda – Atherton Tableland
Malanda is situated in the heart of the Tablelands rainforest region, and is great for bird watching, bushwalking, and having a swim in the Falls. Take a picnic lunch. Malanda is also the centre of the dairy industry. The local guided rainforest walks are moderate, enjoyable trails, and sightings of platypus & turtles.
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Malanda
Malanda – Atherton Tableland
Malanda is situated in the heart of the Tablelands rainforest region, and is great for bird watching, bushwalking, and having a swim in the Falls. Take a picnic lunch. Malanda is also the centre of the dairy industry. The local guided rainforest walks are moderate, enjoyable trails, and sightings of platypus & turtles.
Mungalli Creek Bio-Dynamic Dairy
Is a family run company that uses state of the art manufacturing equipment and traditional natural farming methods to bring you a unique range of award winning dairy products. Visit their “Cheesery & Teahouse” at Mungalli Creek Dairy.
A full selection of homemade cakes ,including gluten free and yummy gelato .Open Daily 10am – 4pm except Good Friday, Christmas Day & Boxing Day Closed during Feb.
Mungalli
Mungalli Creek Bio-Dynamic Dairy
Is a family run company that uses state of the art manufacturing equipment and traditional natural farming methods to bring you a unique range of award winning dairy products. Visit their “Cheesery & Teahouse” at Mungalli Creek Dairy.
A full selection of homemade cakes ,including gluten free and yummy gelato .Open Daily 10am – 4pm except Good Friday, Christmas Day & Boxing Day Closed during Feb.
Kurrimine Beach is a 90 min drive south of Cairns, a unspoilt beach with pelicans. Very popular in the tourist season with some travellers staying up to 3 months each year. If you love fishing this is the place for you, the reef is so close.
Perfect for a weekend away.
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Kurrimine Beach
Kurrimine Beach is a 90 min drive south of Cairns, a unspoilt beach with pelicans. Very popular in the tourist season with some travellers staying up to 3 months each year. If you love fishing this is the place for you, the reef is so close.
Perfect for a weekend away.
Babinda is 60km south of Cairns, Mt Bartle Frere and Mr Bellenden Kerr are Queensland 2 highest mountains and are part of the world heritage listing. The area is home to some of the most crystal clear streams, waterfalls and rainforest .Main attractions are The Boulders and Josephine Falls.
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Babinda
Babinda is 60km south of Cairns, Mt Bartle Frere and Mr Bellenden Kerr are Queensland 2 highest mountains and are part of the world heritage listing. The area is home to some of the most crystal clear streams, waterfalls and rainforest .Main attractions are The Boulders and Josephine Falls.
Mission Beach has 4 beaches, North & South Mission, Wongaling and Bingil Bay.
You can bushwalk, swim ,camp or if you like more extreme sport you can sky dive, landing on the beach .A choice of cafe’s, restaurants & bars.
Monster Markets are held the last Sunday of each month, and the Mission Beach markets are held 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month.
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Mission Beach
Mission Beach has 4 beaches, North & South Mission, Wongaling and Bingil Bay.
You can bushwalk, swim ,camp or if you like more extreme sport you can sky dive, landing on the beach .A choice of cafe’s, restaurants & bars.
Monster Markets are held the last Sunday of each month, and the Mission Beach markets are held 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month.
Well worth a drive only an hour from Cairns on the lush Atherton Tableland. You will find a fully operational cafe/restaurant and beautiful selection of hand crafted chocolate.
Opening Hours - Monday – Sunday 9.30am -4.30pm
Please visit website for any changes.
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Gallo Dairyland
9 E Barron RdWell worth a drive only an hour from Cairns on the lush Atherton Tableland. You will find a fully operational cafe/restaurant and beautiful selection of hand crafted chocolate.
Opening Hours - Monday – Sunday 9.30am -4.30pm
Please visit website for any changes.
The caves are situated in the centre of Atherton, here you will find a very large collection of crystals, you can crack a geode, you can stay as long as you like in the museum, allow 2 hours
Open Weekdays 9.00-5.00 Weekends & Public Holidays 9.00-4.00
Admission – Adults $22.50 Children $10.00 Family 2 A & 2 C $55 Pensioners $ 17.50
Please visit website for any changes.
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Хрустальные пещеры
69 Main StThe caves are situated in the centre of Atherton, here you will find a very large collection of crystals, you can crack a geode, you can stay as long as you like in the museum, allow 2 hours
Open Weekdays 9.00-5.00 Weekends & Public Holidays 9.00-4.00
Admission – Adults $22.50 Children $10.00 Family 2 A & 2 C $55 Pensioners $ 17.50
Please visit website for any changes.
Lake Eacham is a clear blue lake surrounded by cool rainforest, it offers swimming,bird watching,canoeing,picnic area’s and shady walking tracks. Only 68 km from Cairns via the Gillies Highway. You can also drive from Innisfail up the Palmerston Highway to Atherton. It is a volcanic crater formed massive explosions from the superheating of unground water and is 65meter’s deep.
Over 180 bird species have been recorded from the rainforest.
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Lake Eacham
Lake Eacham is a clear blue lake surrounded by cool rainforest, it offers swimming,bird watching,canoeing,picnic area’s and shady walking tracks. Only 68 km from Cairns via the Gillies Highway. You can also drive from Innisfail up the Palmerston Highway to Atherton. It is a volcanic crater formed massive explosions from the superheating of unground water and is 65meter’s deep.
Over 180 bird species have been recorded from the rainforest.
Lake Tinaroo is a very popular spot for swimmers, skiers, walkers, fishing (permit required) red clawing, ideal for picnics with BBQ’s available and has five camping areas allocated around the back of the dam. If you are looking to relax then you will not be disappointed. You can hire Kayak’s/canoe’s and get supplies from the Holiday Park. It is one of the most developed attractions on the Tablelands and well worth a visit.
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Lake Tinaroo
Lake Tinaroo is a very popular spot for swimmers, skiers, walkers, fishing (permit required) red clawing, ideal for picnics with BBQ’s available and has five camping areas allocated around the back of the dam. If you are looking to relax then you will not be disappointed. You can hire Kayak’s/canoe’s and get supplies from the Holiday Park. It is one of the most developed attractions on the Tablelands and well worth a visit.