Best Tourist Attractions in Palm Cove
Here are 10 of the best tourist attractions in Palm Cove, one of Cairns's most loved neighbourhoods. Each is ranked by our Spot Score, so the strongest picks rise to the top. Sort and filter to find exactly what you're after — then check the map to see what's nearby.
10 spots in Palm Cove
Palm Cove Beach
Beach backed by an esplanade with palm trees & cafes, popular for swimming & fishing on a jetty.
Palm Cove Jetty
Palm Cove Jetty is an attraction in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 2345 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 66/100.
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
Rainforest-like aviary featuring over 2000 butterflies, plus educational exhibits & a gift shop.
Rex Lookout
Rex Lookout is a lookout in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 1996 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
Coral Greenhouse & Ocean Sentinels / MOUA / Museum of Underwater Art
Coral Greenhouse & Ocean Sentinels / MOUA / Museum of Underwater Art is an attraction in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 22 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
Palm Tree Tunnel
Palm Tree Tunnel is an attraction in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 41 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Williams Esplanade Palm Cove
Williams Esplanade Palm Cove is an attraction in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 7 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 42/100.
Double Island
Double Island is an attraction in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 10 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 42/100.
Palm Cove Beach - South
Palm Cove Beach - South is an attraction in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 7 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 40/100.
Ellis Waterfall
Ellis Waterfall is an attraction in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 3.7-star Google rating from 7 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 38/100.