Best Galleries in Cairns (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 31 of the best galleries in Cairns right now, whether you're after a lazy weekend, a day with the kids or somewhere new to explore. We rank each one by our Spot Score and keep the list fresh, so you're always seeing what's actually worth your time.
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Watergardens Nursery
Watergardens Nursery is a gallery in Smithfield, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 155 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
Munganbana Aboriginal Art Gallery
Munganbana Aboriginal Art Gallery is a gallery in Edge Hill, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 122 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 62/100.
UnderArt Gallery
UnderArt Gallery is a gallery in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 131 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 62/100.
Shamrock Space Studio (Photography, Videography, Aerial)
Shamrock Space Studio (Photography, Videography, Aerial) is a gallery in Clifton Beach, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 100 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 62/100.
Event Cinemas Cairns Smithfield
Modern chain showing mainstream and independent movies, plus international opera, music and ballet.
Doongal Aboriginal Art & Artefacts
Doongal Aboriginal Art & Artefacts is a gallery in Edge Hill, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 120 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Bulmba-ja arts centre
Modern arts complex offering theater productions, art exhibits & meeting space, plus a cafe & bar.
Cairns Art Gallery, Court House Building
Cairns Art Gallery, Court House Building is a gallery in Edge Hill, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 62 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
Little Green Bicycle Art Studio & Shop
Little Green Bicycle Art Studio & Shop is a gallery in Trinity Beach, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 27 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
NorthSite Contemporary Arts (formerly KickArts)
NorthSite Contemporary Arts (formerly KickArts) is a gallery in Edge Hill, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 37 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 53/100.
Ngarru Gallery
Ngarru Gallery is a gallery in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 35 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 53/100.
Artview Gallery
Artview Gallery is a gallery in Edge Hill, Cairns. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 24 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 53/100.
SEA Gallery
SEA Gallery is a gallery in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 21 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 52/100.
Akasha Mead Art
Akasha Mead Art is a gallery in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 17 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 52/100.
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is a beach in Clifton Beach, Cairns. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 59 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 52/100.
Kuranda Arts Co-op
Kuranda Arts Co-op is a gallery in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 16 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 51/100.
Petra Meikle de Vlas - Australian Fine Art Painter
Petra Meikle de Vlas - Australian Fine Art Painter is a gallery in Clifton Beach, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 14 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 51/100.
Australia.Gallery
Australia.Gallery is a gallery in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 12 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Galleries in Cairns — FAQs
What are the best galleries in Cairns?+
Our top-rated galleries in Cairns are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Cairns galleries ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter galleries by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many galleries are listed in Cairns?+
We currently feature 31 galleries across Cairns and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.