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Winter in Cairns: where to warm up
Cosy cafes, snug pubs, museums and galleries for the cooler season.
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Standout spots in Cairns right now
A rotating pick of our highest-scoring, hand-checked spots — fresh every day.
Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom - Cairns Premier Great Barrier Reef & Island Tours
Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom - Cairns Premier Great Barrier Reef & Island Tours is an attraction in Edge Hill, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 1453 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 70/100.
Paronella Park
Historic grounds with Spanish-inspired buildings, a vintage hydroelectric generator & waterfalls.
Daintree National Park
Biodiverse national park with gorges, mountainous rainforest and beaches, plus camping and hiking.
Barron Gorge National Park
Riverside park with dense tropical rainforests, plus trails leading to waterfall & gorge views.
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Vintage train rides between Cairns & Kuranda, passing waterfalls, dense rainforest & Barron Gorge.
Nu Nu Restaurant
$$$$Refined Australian dishes, from breakfast to cocktails, in a lush beachfront setting.
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Events in Cairns
Gigs, sport, theatre and things to do over the coming weeks.
EventWed, 5 Aug, 10:00am
A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
Cairns Performing Arts Centre
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EventWed, 5 Aug, 10:00am
A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
Cairns Performing Arts Centre
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EventFri, 7 Aug, 10:00am
Shmoné at Elixir Music House
92 Abbott St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
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EventFri, 7 Aug, 10:00am
DAFT WEEKND NIGHT 1 - THE REEF HOTEL CASINO CELEBRATING 30 YEARS
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4870
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KUR-Cow Barnwell Farm
KUR-Cow Barnwell Farm is an attraction in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 181 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Shanee Prana
Shanee Prana is a place to stay in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 7 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
RondayVoo Bed & Breakfast
RondayVoo Bed & Breakfast is a place to stay in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 11 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 44/100.
Cassowary House
Cassowary House is a place to stay in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 14 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Kuranda Ngorongoro Lodge
Kuranda Ngorongoro Lodge is a place to stay in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 27 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 53/100.
Tropical Queenslander
Simple studios with kitchenettes and free Wi-Fi, as well as 2 outdoor pools & a BBQ area.
Willow Garden Stays
Willow Garden Stays is a place to stay in Yorkeys Knob, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 6 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 47/100.
67 Casuarina
67 Casuarina is a place to stay in Yorkeys Knob, Cairns. It holds a 4.0-star Google rating from 6 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 39/100.
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Read up before you go
roundupCairns Nightlife: The Best Bars & Live Music
Cairns may be best known as the gateway to the reef and rainforest, but once the sun drops the city centre comes alive with a compact, walkable cluster of bars, breweries and live
Read guide →roundupFree Things to Do in Cairns
From the Esplanade Lagoon and Botanic Gardens to Palm Cove and rainforest escapes, these are Cairns’ best free outings — plus what costs extra.
Read guide →roundupCairns With Kids: Family-Friendly Things to Do
From the free Esplanade Lagoon to the Daintree, here are Cairns family activities worth planning around, with practical ideas for wet and sunny days.
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