
Double Island
A lovely island landmark off Palm Cove near Cairns with a 4.5 rating across 10 reviews.
Some links are affiliate links — if you book through them we may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you. It never affects our Spot Score or what we recommend.
Why it's worth checking out
Double Island sits off the coast near Ellis Beach and Palm Cove, among the lovely northern beaches near Cairns in Tropical North Queensland. With 10 reviews behind its 4.5 rating, it's a much-loved landmark.
The appeal is a beautiful island backdrop to a gorgeous stretch of coast — Double Island, a scenic offshore landmark off the Palm Cove and Ellis Beach area, a genuine favourite for taking in the view, a photo or simply soaking up the tropical setting from the beach. It's a lovely, free sight.
Coastal views and their surrounds have changing conditions, tides and seasonal considerations, so check current details before you go. Otherwise it's a lovely spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring sun protection, water, your camera and take in the island from the beach.
Practical details
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 63
- Popularity
- 32
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Nearby venues

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.

Palm Cove Campground
Palm Cove Campground is a place to stay in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 40 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 53/100.

NRMA Palm Cove Holiday Park
NRMA Palm Cove Holiday Park is a place to stay in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 451 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 62/100.

Buchan Point
Buchan Point is a park in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 96 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 52/100.
More tourist attractions in Cairns

ABC Reef Safaris
ABC Reef Safaris is an attraction in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 1069 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 71/100.

Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom - Cairns Premier Great Barrier Reef & Island Tours
Ocean Free & Ocean Freedom - Cairns Premier Great Barrier Reef & Island Tours is an attraction in Edge Hill, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 1453 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 70/100.

Wavelength Reef Cruises
Boat touring company for guided excursions out to the Great Barrier Reef.

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.

