Cairns Central Business District
Popular places to visit
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.
Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
Combine the challenges and thrills of navigating elevated ropes courses with the experience of discovering Australia’s unique rainforest plants and animals.
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 Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Cairns, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
Things to do
Small Group Kuranda Tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness Tour with River Cruise (TCT)
Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Sailing Trip from Cairns
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Other neighborhoods around Cairns Central Business District
Parramatta Park
Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Barlow Park and Cazaly's Stadium.
Cairns North
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Cairns North. A stop by Cairns Esplanade or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland might round out your trip.
Manunda
Shopping, gardens, and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Cairns Esplanade or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're in the area.
Bungalow
The beaches and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Bungalow. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Barlow Park and DFO Cairns, a few notable attractions nearby.
Manoora
Visitors to Manoora enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Anderson Street Conservation Park is worth a stop.
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.
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- Other vacations you might like
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Night Markets
- Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
- Muddy's Playground
- Cairns Historical Society Museum
- ZOO To You HQ Wildlife Discovery Centre
- The Cultural Place
- Cairns Regional Gallery
- Center of Contemporary Arts
- JUTE Theatre Company
- Kick Contemporary Arts
- Reef Teach
- Cairns Esplanade