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Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.

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
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.
Things to do

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

Breakfast with the Koalas at Hartley's Crocodile Park from Cairns or Palm Cove

From Port Douglas Tour including Kuranda, Skyrail & Scenic Train

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Clifton Beach Hotel Deals

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Hilton Cairns
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Crystalbrook Riley
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Crystalbrook Bailey
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Clifton Beach

Kewarra Beach
Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Kuranda National Park while you're exploring the area.

Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park.

Trinity Beach
Travelers to Trinity Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach.

Ellis Beach
Ellis Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Macalister Range National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland.

Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.

Smithfield
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Smithfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Smithfield Shopping Centre or Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.
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