Best Tourist Attractions in Cairns City
Looking for the best tourist attractions in Cairns City? We've gathered 11 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 tourist attractions 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.
First time in Cairns, or showing visitors around? These are the landmark sights and must-see attractions that define the city — the places worth building a day around.
11 spots in Cairns City
Cairns Waterfalls
Cairns Waterfalls is an attraction in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 626 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 69/100.
Sunlover Reef Cruises
Snorkeling & diving excursions, plus views of reef coral & marine life from glass-bottomed boats.
Silverswift Dive and Snorkel Adventures
Guided reef diving & snorkeling trips aboard 2 stylish catamaran cruisers with sundecks & bars.
Great Adventures Reef and Green Island Cruises
Eco-friendly Cairns travel company running catamaran reef & island tours & scuba & snorkel trips.
Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises
Cruises to a Great Barrier Reef island, plus snorkeling & fish feeding from a glass-bottomed boat.
Ellis Beach
Ellis Beach is a beach in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 132 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
Cairns Esplanade
Cairns Esplanade is a park in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 94 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
Cairns Koalas & Creatures
Cairns Koalas & Creatures is an attraction in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 3.7-star Google rating from 230 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Cairns Australia
Cairns Australia is an attraction in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 14 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Cairns beach lookout
Cairns beach lookout is an attraction in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 54 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Old Weir Falls
Old Weir Falls is an attraction in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 18 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 46/100.
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Tourist Attractions in Cairns City — FAQs
What are the best tourist attractions in Cairns City?+
The tourist attractions 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 many tourist attractions are there in Cairns City?+
We currently feature 11 tourist attractions in Cairns City, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
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.