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Popular Night Attractions in Cairns [2025]

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1. Cairns Night Markets

2. Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Cairns Night Markets

4.8

67 reviews

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4.5

Based on 1,068 reviews

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Cairns City | 593m from downtown

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Address: 54-60 Abbott St, Cairns City QLD 4870

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Recommended sightseeing time: 1–4 hours

Highlights:

󱤎Seaside night market & view

󱓊Asian night market: diverse cuisines

󱨠Saved by 144 users󱨠26% positive reviews

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a nice place to have a look around at night - I picked up a couple things - cheap!

It wasn't too crowded, so I had fun looking around! Also, when I went there around 9pm, there was a sale before closing time and the food in the food court was cheaper✨✨ This is a Thai restaurant, and I got a bento box with about 6 different kinds of food for AUD8♪ I was very satisfied!!

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Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

4.5

53 reviews

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4.4

Based on 3,740 reviews

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Cairns City | 786m from downtown

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Phone +611300692247

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Address: 52/54 Esplanade, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

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Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours

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Before coming to Cairns, I had always wanted to take advantage of the tropical 🏝️ characteristics here and rent a cost-effective hotel or B&B with a swimming pool. In fact, after I came here, I found that there was a free public large swimming pool here. It is really a treasure place! This is in the center of Cairns, adjacent to the seaside. Not far away is the helicopter 🚁 helipad, behind is the Cairns Night Market, and there is a supermarket across the road. It is not far from the cruise terminal ⛵️. It is within walking distance of the Cairns Art Gallery 🎨 and the Aquarium 🐟. Generally, you can arrange to visit the above two indoor venues during the day and go to this lagoon swimming pool 🏊 in the evening. Although it is free, the water quality is still good. It is equipped with professional lifeguards and clean shower 🚿 changing rooms and toilets. There are also some areas for BBQ 🍖 on the side. Even if you live in a hotel or B&B in the city center that does not include a swimming pool and a yard, you can completely treat it as a back garden and stroll around. At night, go to the night market and have a feast. This life is absolutely wonderful! Tips: For those who are short on time, I recommend staying in a hotel or B&B in the city center. The package is here! Generally, the trips to SkyRail, Kuranda and Palm Bay are a bit farther, so it is recommended to sign up for a day trip for convenience!

It’s a really lovely walk along the esplanade & the promenade - lots of beautiful views and wildlife.

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