Best Breweries in Cairns City
Looking for the best breweries in Cairns City? We've gathered 2 standout spots in this corner of Cairns, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Cairns City has its own character, and the breweries here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
Independent craft brewing has boomed across Australia, and Cairns's breweries pour everything from crisp lagers to hazy IPAs, often straight from the tanks in the taproom. Many welcome families and dogs, and some run tours or food trucks on weekends.
2 spots in Cairns City

Macalister Brewing Company
Macalister Brewing Company is a brewery in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 272 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 64/100.

Copperlode Brewing Co.
Copperlode Brewing Co. is a brewery in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 101 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
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Breweries in Cairns City — FAQs
What are the best breweries in Cairns City?+
The breweries in Cairns City listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How do I get to Cairns City in Cairns?+
Cairns City is one of Cairns's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.