Shopping Spots Around Cairns: Where to Find What You Need
Cairns and its surrounding areas offer a range of shopping venues, from large suburban shopping centres to smaller specialist stores. Whether you're after everyday essentials, local goods, or a browsing trip, here's where to head depending on what you're looking for and where you are.
1Shopping Cairns City1. Cairns Central Shopping Centre
Your main stop for a full shopping experience in Cairns City, with a range of stores under one roof.
View venue4.3(7,598)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
2Shopping Port Douglas2. Manna Acai
A specialty venue in Port Douglas if you're visiting that beach town and want something more focused.
View venue5.0(115)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Shopping Cairns City3. The Pier, Cairns
A waterfront shopping destination in Cairns City, combining retail with location appeal.
View venue4.2(5,227)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Shopping Port Douglas4. With Sugar
A specialist spot in Port Douglas worth visiting if you're exploring that area.
View venue5.0(81)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Shopping Kuranda5. Tonketti Trading
A specialist trading post in Kuranda, worthwhile if you're visiting the mountain village.
View venue4.9(104)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Shopping Cairns City6. Smithfield Shopping Centre
A suburban shopping centre option in Cairns City for local browsing and everyday needs.
View venue4.2(3,125)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Shopping Cairns City7. Redlynch Central Shopping Centre
Serves the Cairns City area with a neighbourhood shopping centre offering convenience and local retailers.
View venue4.3(1,040)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Shopping Cairns City8. Mount Sheridan Plaza
Another neighbourhood shopping hub in Cairns City if you're in that part of town.
View venue4.2(1,712)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Shopping Cairns City9. Earlville Shopping Town
A shopping centre option in the Cairns City area for regular shopping trips.
View venue4.2(3,078)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Shopping Edge Hill10. Piccones Village On Pease St
A village-style shopping destination in Edge Hill, adding a different shopping atmosphere to the area.
View venue4.2(1,097)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Shopping Clifton Beach11. Clifton Village Shopping Centre
Located at Clifton Beach, a convenient option if you're in that coastal part of Cairns.
View venue4.2(1,164)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Shopping Port Douglas12. Port Village Shopping Centre
A shopping centre option in Port Douglas for those visiting the northern beach destination.
View venue4.2(1,075)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairns Central Shopping Centre | 63/100 | 4.3(7,598) | — | Cairns City | — |
| Manna Acai | 63/100 | 5.0(115) | — | Port Douglas | — |
| The Pier, Cairns | 62/100 | 4.2(5,227) | $$ | Cairns City | — |
| With Sugar | 61/100 | 5.0(81) | — | Port Douglas | — |
| Tonketti Trading | 61/100 | 4.9(104) | — | Kuranda | — |
| Smithfield Shopping Centre | 61/100 | 4.2(3,125) | — | Cairns City | — |
| Redlynch Central Shopping Centre | 61/100 | 4.3(1,040) | — | Cairns City | — |
| Mount Sheridan Plaza | 61/100 | 4.2(1,712) | — | Cairns City | — |
| Earlville Shopping Town | 61/100 | 4.2(3,078) | — | Cairns City | — |
| Piccones Village On Pease St | 60/100 | 4.2(1,097) | — | Edge Hill | — |
| Clifton Village Shopping Centre | 60/100 | 4.2(1,164) | — | Clifton Beach | — |
| Port Village Shopping Centre | 60/100 | 4.2(1,075) | — | Port Douglas | — |
Frequently asked questions
What's the main shopping centre in Cairns City?+
Cairns Central Shopping Centre is the largest option in Cairns City with a range of stores.
Are there shopping options in Port Douglas?+
Yes. Port Douglas has Port Village Shopping Centre as well as specialty venues like Manna Acai and With Sugar.
Which suburbs have shopping centres in the Cairns area?+
Shopping centres are scattered across Cairns City (Cairns Central, The Pier, Smithfield, Redlynch Central, Mount Sheridan Plaza, Earlville), with additional options in Edge Hill, Clifton Beach, Port Douglas, and Kuranda.
What should I visit if I want a village-style shopping experience?+
Piccones Village On Pease St in Edge Hill, Clifton Village Shopping Centre at Clifton Beach, or venture to Tonketti Trading in Kuranda for a more specialist atmosphere.
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