Best Tourist Attractions in Palm Cove
Looking for the best tourist attractions in Palm Cove? We've gathered 10 standout spots in this corner of Cairns, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Palm Cove 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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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Tourist Attractions in Palm Cove — FAQs
What are the best tourist attractions in Palm Cove?+
The tourist attractions in Palm Cove 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 Palm Cove?+
We currently feature 10 tourist attractions in Palm Cove, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Palm Cove in Cairns?+
Palm Cove 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.