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Cairns city is in the heart of Tropical North Queensland and is the gateway to the Northern Great Barrier Reef. A modern, sophisticated city, it is an ideal base to explore the wider region including coral reef, rainforest and outback as well as be in close proximity to all the modern conveniences.
The city is built around the esplanade with its huge saltwater swimming lagoon, BBQ areas, beach volleyball, boardwalk and array of restaurants, markets and shopping arcades. From the marina there are diving tours going to the Great Barrier Reef, whale watching tours and fishing charters to name a few.
Cairns International Airport is located only several minutes drive north of the city centre and there is a huge range of accommodation to choose from including major hotels, self catering apartments, seafront resorts and backpackers.Photos
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Cairns- Foreshore promenade
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Clownfish on the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns
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The Cairns Lagoon
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Accommodation
Nomads Esplanade Backpackers
Cairns Accommodation - Backpackers LodgesPerfectly located right in the heart of Cairns on The Esplanade, just only 200 metres away from the Lagoon, surrounded by bars and restaurants...
Tropic Towers Apartments Cairns
Cairns Accommodation - ApartmentsTropic Towers Apartments is the perfect place to base your Tropical North Queensland Holiday. Just minutes from the Cairns City Centre and Cairns...
201 Lake Street
Cairns Accommodation - ApartmentsLocated in the heart of Cairns CBD, 201 Lake Street apartments are situated just off the Esplanade. Offering ultimate accommodation facilities in...
Mantra Esplanade
Cairns Accommodation - ResortsIdeally situated on the Cairns Esplanade, the popular Mantra Esplanade Resort offers luxury accommodation for all travellers. With a central...
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Cairns Accommodation - ApartmentsCairns is the primary gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest and Tropical North Queensland's outback. From a great waterfront...
Activities
SkyDive Australia
Tyagarah Activities - AdventureSkydive Australia offer 4 awesome drop zones in Cairns, Mission Beach, Byron Bay and Coffs Harbour. With the most experienced tandem skydiving...
Cairns Reef Luxury Charter Services
Cairns Activities - FishingCairns Reef Luxury Charter Services specialise in reef fishing, light and heavy tackle trips to the Great Barrier Reef. Regular scheduled...
Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours
Cape Tribulation Activities - AdventureJungle Surfing Canopy Tours are an exciting way to explore the tropical old growth complex mesophyll vine forest in Cape Tribulation. Glide up...
Cairns Dive Centre
Cairns Activities - Water SportsCairns Dive Centre offer professional scuba diving/snorkelling day trips and live aboard cruises to the Great Barrier, as well as learn-to-dive...
Dining
Cazalys
Cairns Dining - Bars, Clubs, PubsCazalys is an award-winning social club in Cairns, offering outstanding facilities for members and guests. Sit back, relax, and enjoy our locally...
Jamaica Blue Cairns Central
Cairns Dining - Cafes, RestaurantsJamaica Blue offers a contemporary cafe experience with locations ranging from espresso bars to cafe restaurants, providing a diverse range of...
Al Porto Cafe
Cairns Dining - Cafes, RestaurantsAl Porto Cafe Restaurant, located at the reef fleet terminal in Cairns, offers sensational cuisine from burgers and gourmet breakfasts to...
Homestead Restaurant & Bar
Cairns Dining - Cafes, RestaurantsHomestead Restaurant & Bar, based at the Cairns Colonial Club Resort and open 7 days a week, offers delicious continental buffet style...
C'est Bon - French Restaurant
Cairns Dining - Cafes, RestaurantsLocated at the entrance to Village lane in Lake Street, dining at C'est Bon French Restaurant is a truly unforgettable experience.
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Travel Tips & Articles
Cairns - Weather
The temperature in Cairns averages out to 24-28C (75-82F) for most of the year, pushing up to 30-35C (86-95F) averages in summer...
Cairns Savannah Way
The Savannah Way is one of Australia's ultimate adventure drives, linking Cairns in Tropical North Queensland with the historic pearling town of Broome in Western Australia, via the natural wonders of Katherine in the Northern Territory...
Cairns - Transportation
Getting There And Away
Plenty of Australian-based carriers connect Cairns International Airport, about 7km (4...Cairns - History
In 1947 Cairns had a population of just 16,000, but it grew rapidly through the 1950s and 1960s, fuelled by a booming sugar industry...
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