Clifton Beach

Cairns
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Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach
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Clifton Beach

Popular places to visit

Clifton Beach which includes a garden and tropical scenes

Clifton Beach

4/5(7 reviews)

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

Clifton Beach
Cairns Esplanade which includes a pool, swimming and a luxury hotel or resort

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

Cairns Marlin Marina
Palm Cove Beach

Palm Cove Beach

4.5/5(39 reviews)

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.

Palm Cove Beach
Esplanade Lagoon showing a coastal town and a hotel

Esplanade Lagoon

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

Esplanade Lagoon
Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Night Markets

4/5(18 reviews)

During your trip to Cairns, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.

Cairns Night Markets

Things to do

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

S$93
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

S$169
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

S$25
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Combo image of scenic train ride and Rainforestation

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour

S$232
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour
40 mins Reef Scenic Flight at Outer Reef in Odyssey

Outer Reef Odyssey - 40 minute Reef Scenic Flight

S$442
per adult
Outer Reef Odyssey - 40 minute Reef Scenic Flight
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

S$169
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
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Top hotels in Clifton Beach

Pullman Cairns International
Pullman Cairns International
5 out of 5
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is S$183 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
S$183
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything we were looking for…clean, friendly staff and close to shopping/restaurants."

Reviewed on 20 Jan,2025

Pullman Cairns International
Crystalbrook Riley
Crystalbrook Riley
5 out of 5
131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is S$226 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
S$226
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Great hotel in Cairns
"Great hotel, lovely pool area and great restaurants and bars to enjoy the view over the sea. In a quiet area, good parking and easy 10min walk to restaurants and the marina."

Reviewed on 23 Jan,2025

Crystalbrook Riley
Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Bailey
5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is S$172 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
S$172
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (660 reviews)
"Crystalbrook Bailey was awesome!!!! Will definitely be staying here again!!! Loved Pachamama too!!"

Reviewed on 24 Jan,2025

Crystalbrook Bailey
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is S$158 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
S$158
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Acidic Hotel Carins
"Great location! Easy walking to pier, waterfront and dining options. Bushfire restaurant at hotel a must. 1 km to train station for Karunda rail trip."

Reviewed on 23 Jan,2025

Pacific Hotel Cairns
Crystalbrook Flynn
Crystalbrook Flynn
5 out of 5
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is S$195 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
S$195
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (749 reviews)
"Crystalbrook Flynn was so fun. The staff were amazing especially Anna at the bar. The atmosphere is great, amenities A , hotel clean & well-kept, and we will definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 24 Jan,2025

Crystalbrook Flynn
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 out of 5
122 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is S$183 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
S$183
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (608 reviews)
"My wife and i with our 2 boys 8 and 10 stayed for a week the staff were awesome the food and bar was fantastic we had breakfast most days lunch a couple of days and dinner twice and It was all great. the pool is amazing and the boys had a great time doing the activities in kids club .we had a great ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jan,2025

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Clifton Beach

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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.

Kewarra Beach
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Palm Cove

Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Palm Cove
Trinity Beach showing tropical scenes, a sandy beach and surfing

Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Trinity Beach
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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.

Ellis Beach
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Trinity Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach.

Trinity Park
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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.

Yorkeys Knob

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