Cairns Central Business District

Cairns

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Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District

Popular places to visit

Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

Cairns Marlin Marina
Esplanade Lagoon featuring a coastal town and a hotel

Esplanade Lagoon

Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

Esplanade Lagoon
Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Night Markets

During your trip to Cairns, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

Cairns Night Markets
Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome

Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome

Meet the animals who live at Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
The Cairns Museum

The Cairns Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Cairns Museum during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

The Cairns Museum

Reef Fleet Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Cairns with a trip to Reef Fleet Terminal. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Reef Fleet Terminal

Things to do

Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

€141
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Couple snorkeling among abundant coral reefs and marine species at the Green Island Reef in Cairns

Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise

€61
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

€162
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

€117
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

€117
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option

From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option

€92
per adult
From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option
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Top hotels in Cairns Central Business District

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €144 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€144
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Room was perfect river view. Breakfast variety was great. Central location"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hilton Cairns
Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

5 out of 5
131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is €170 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
€170
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Crystalbrook Riley
Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is €129 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€129
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (827 reviews)
Great stay in cairns
"Hotel was very central. Excellent room and very clean. Staff very helpful."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is €144 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
€144
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (934 reviews)
Hotel Great. Service not so much.
"This is a very nice hotel with easy access to downtown. The room and the view were great. Sunsets were brillant. I do have a major complaint. One evening I called to try to order room service from 6:00-7:30 pm. The line was always busy so no dinner that night. I was not able to leave the hotel for ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Crystalbrook Flynn
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is €163 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
€163
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The service was exemplary. Staff were all very helpful and cheerful. Location excellent, with easy access to surrounding attractions."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

4.5 out of 5
122 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is €153 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
€153
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (725 reviews)
"Lovely resort feel. Definitely a little oasis so close to the Esplanade. Staff excellent. Feedback - Staff slow to clean up food and beverage foodstuff waste. It’s left on tables far too long preventing people wanting to take a seat or sun lounge because of the leftover waste. Also birds come and ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Cairns Central Business District

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Parramatta Park

Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cazaly's Stadium and Barlow Park.

Parramatta Park
Cairns Esplanade showing swimming, a luxury hotel or resort and a pool

Cairns North

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.

Cairns North
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Westcourt

You'll enjoy the casinos and shopping in Westcourt. You might want to make time for a stop at DFO Cairns or Cazalys Cairns.

Westcourt
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Manunda

Shopping, gardens and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Performing Arts Centre while you're in the area.

Manunda
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Bungalow

The beaches and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Bungalow. Want to see more of the surrounding area? DFO Cairns and Cazalys Cairns are a few top sights nearby.

Bungalow
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Edge Hill

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Mount Whitfield Conservation Park.

Edge Hill

Cairns Central Business District

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