Northern Beaches
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Visit Northern Beaches
Where to stay in Northern Beaches

Buchan Point
While Buchan Point might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove.

Blue Lagoon Resort
Good
Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Peppers Beach Club and Spa - Palm Cove
Room was very dusty
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

The Reef Retreat
Beautiful accommodation with everything you need in a gorgeous location. Really appreciated the 2 bedroom 2 bathroom setup which allowed us to have the space and privacy we needed
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

The Reef Retreat
Beautiful accommodation with everything you need in a gorgeous location. Really appreciated the 2 bedroom 2 bathroom setup which allowed us to have the space and privacy we needed
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

Coral Sands Resort
Great location and pool was superb. Bathrooms a little dated but rest of accomodation was nice.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
Apartment overlooked the beach, the complex seems smaller than it actually was as the apartment was very quiet and private. Cannot fault it for a family stay, close to everything great facilities and great local restaurants. We will be back.
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026
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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.

Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.
Trinity Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Trinity Beach during your trip to Cairns? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Kewarra Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Kewarra Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Cairns. Amble around this family-friendly area's rainforest, or seek out the golf courses.
Half Moon Bay Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Cairns at Half Moon Bay Golf Course. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Clifton Village Shopping Centre
You can enjoy retail therapy at Clifton Village Shopping Centre during your visit to Cairns. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Things to do

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Half Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
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- Visit Trinity Beach
- Visit Kewarra Beach
- Clifton Beach
- Visit Clifton Beach
- Visit Trinity Park
- Paradise Palms Country Club
- Visit Palm Cove
- Palm Cove Beach
- Palm Cove Vacations
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- James Cook University
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- Half Moon Bay Golf Course
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- Moon River Beach
- Cairns Esplanade
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Cairns Night Markets
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland
- Kuranda Koala Gardens
- Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets
- Fitzroy Island National Park
- Skyrail Kuranda Cableway Station
- Hartley's Crocodile Adventures


