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Popular places to visit

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
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 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
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
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway featuring forests and rainforest

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

4.5/5(67 reviews)

Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

Things to do

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

S$217
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

S$174
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

S$96
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

S$230
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

S$198
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

S$149
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience
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Top hotels in Ellis Beach

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
3 out of 5
Captain Cook Highway, Ellis Beach, QLD
The price is S$275 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
S$275
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Palm Cove Beach and Mount ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (73 reviews)
"Listening to the waves was very therapeutic with my cabin being right on the beach."

Reviewed on 8 Jun, 2025

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
Hilton Cairns
Hilton Cairns
5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is S$243 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$243
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful and pleasant. Room very good. TV needs Foxtel or streaming capability."

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2025

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4 out of 5
209-217 The Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is S$153 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
S$153
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Good clean rooms. Near the beach"

Reviewed on 29 Jun, 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Friendly staff Great location The view was great with a nice balcony. My family enjoyed the Swimming pool and the breakfast buffet. Wifi worked great after their 3 days of maintenance and upgrades Enjoyed our 7 night stay"

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2025

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Pacific Hotel Cairns
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is S$131 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
S$131
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"What a great place to stay. Relaxed, great facilities, beautiful setting. We really enjoyed our stay. It is an older establishment, with some upgrades, and situated a little out of town. I really liked its hokey 80's vibes. The restaurant was great, the food fresh, well priced, and a great selection. ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is S$235 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$235
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The proper was in a great location, the staff very helpful & accommodating, they made us feel like at home."

Reviewed on 3 Jul, 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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Other neighbourhoods around Ellis 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
Clifton Beach which includes mountains, a luxury hotel or resort and golf

Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.

Clifton Beach
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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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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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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