Things To Do In Cairns
Cairns is the tourism capital of North Queensland and has offered both Australian & International visitors a taste of the true tropical Australia for decades.
Cairns is the largest city in Far North Queensland and offers direct access to the amazing Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
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Below Are Just A Few Things You Can Do In Cairns
Skyrail
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Cairns Australia, is a world first in environmental tourism taking you on an amazing experience over Australia's World Heritage listed Tropical Rainforest canopy and deep into the forest.
Night Markets
Nightly on the Esplanade, discover an incredible world of arts, craft and true blue Australian souvenirs
Flecker Botanic Gardens
Afternoon tea at the Gardens with freshly baked scones and lashings of cream will linger in your memory
Cairns Civic Theatre
Located cnr Florence and Sheridan Streets regularly hosts visiting entertainers, theatre and dance groups
Reef Hotel Casino
Experience the excitement and fun of Australia's finest boutique casino with its spectacular Cairns Wildlife Dome - a rainforest in the heart of a city - featuring 100 species of animals including a 4 metre saltwater crocodile!
The Pier Marketplace
A leisure retail centre that features shops and eating outlets
Rusty's Markets
Main entrance located on Sheridan Street - the place to buy local fruits and goodies
Cairns Tropical Zoo
The Tropical Zoo, cuddle a koala, pat a wombat, feed a kangaroo, stroke a snake or watch an incomparable cane toad race
Outback Opal Mine
See how dazzling opals are first uncovered deep underground in a mining documentary then walk through an opal mine replica
The Beaches
What would a visit to Cairns be like without the obligatory sunbathing on a pristine beach? There are many to choose from Ellis Beach, Palm Cove and Trinity Beach to name a few, all catering to the relaxing sun-worshipper
Great Barrier Reef
Enjoy 344,000 square kilometres of this reef the only natural feature visible from space. Snorkel, dive, fish, swim or simply admire the spectacular view
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park
This attraction is dedicated to preserving and presenting authentic Aboriginal culture with the aid of technology, with facilities consisting of five theatres, a museum, an art gallery and a traditional Aboriginal camp
Hartley's Creek Crocodile Farm
To get up close and personal (but not TOO close) to one of Australia 's most famous animals, visitors are invited to this Crocodile Farm, where they can watch the crocodiles being fed and even see them go through their paces in the daily crocodile shows
Hot Air Ballooning
View a sunrise with a difference, whilst floating in a hot air balloon over the North Queensland tablelands. Spot Australian wildlife from the air as you float above wide-open spaces and picturesque landscapes. After landing, enjoy a cross-country balloon chase followed by a hearty breakfast with champagne
Centre of Contemporary Arts (CoCA)
The Centre of Contemporary Arts is a new and contemporary complex located in the middle of lively Cairns . The centre offers live theatre, art exhibitions, films, dance, and music, fantastic food, wine and shopping. Changing programs, exhibitions and performances keep the area alive with new and exciting events all of the time
Australian Sugar Industry Museum
Experience something like none other. The Australian Sugar Industry Museum is a modern complex spanning over 14,000 square feet. The Museum's collection is made up of contemporary and historical photographs, books, documents and artifacts all related to Australia 's sugar industry. View historic tractors, locomotives, harvesters, implements and a working model of a 500 horse power driven crushing engine |
