Center of Contemporary Arts is an ideal place to start out your day in Cairns Central Business District. This community arts facility comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only spot to see here. Allow some time for other sights like Esplanade Lagoon, Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, and Mount Whitfield Conservation Park to really enjoy what the area has to offer.
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Coral Sands Resort
Trinity Beach
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Sep 15 - Sep 20
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Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)
8.8/10 Excellent! (757 reviews)
Apartment was clean and tidy
Dissapointed that the smoke alarm was in the cupboard and not on the roof im pretty sure its a law you have to have a working smoke alarm
Was nice and close to places to eat and to beach
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
The Reef House Adults Retreat
Palm Cove
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9/10 Wonderful! (700 reviews)
The staff in all areas were amazing. The room unfortunately did not match the description on the website or the pictures.
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025
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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
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Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
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Cairns: Outer and Coral Cay Snorkel and Dive Cruise
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Reef Magic Experience & Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight
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Cairns Night Markets
After a long day enjoying the beaches, reef and rainforest in and around Cairns, have a nap and then spend a relaxing evening shopping and dining.
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.
The Cairns Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in The Cairns Museum in Cairns. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
Jute Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Jute Theatre on your trip to Cairns. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
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Hilton Cairns
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
122 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
Crystalbrook Riley
131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Crystalbrook Bailey
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St, Cairns, QLD
Crystalbrook Flynn
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre
Cnr Abbott And Florence Street, Cairns, QLD
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