Stratford
Cairns
Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Palm Cove Beach
Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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.
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.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Things to do
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Stratford
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Staff were friendly, beds comfy but… unfortunately there was issues at check-in, but it was resolved in 20 mins
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Great customer service and beautiful location.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
Room had some lint on the artifices on wall, no good for allergies .
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Perfect. Would chose this hotel again.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Crystalbrook Riley
The resort is beautiful. We had adjoining rooms and both rooms had problems with the air conditioning that did not get rectified until the last evening of our stay. The staff was very prompt and courteous.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Crystalbrook Bailey
All good!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Stratford
Whitfield
While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
Barron
Barron might not have many top sights, but Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Machans Beach
Though Machans Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum.
Holloways Beach
Beaches, restaurants and gardens are just a few things travellers enjoy about Holloways Beach. Check out Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring the area.
