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Things to Do in Cairns in 2025 - Top Attractions, Local Food, Hotels & Travel Tips (Updated July 2025) | Trip.com
About Cairns
Recommended trip: 3–4 day(s)
Recommended trip: 3–4 day(s)
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Things to do in Cairns
What to Do
Looking for things to do in Cairns? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Great Barrier Reef
4.6
/5
873 Reviews
Sunlover Reef Cruises
4.5
/5
98 Reviews
"Boat tour"
Reef Magic
4.6
/5
36 Reviews
Cairns Aquarium
4.5
/5
183 Reviews
Moore Reef
4.3
/5
102 Reviews
"Diving"
Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises
4.7
/5
8 Reviews
"Boat tour"
Great Adventures
4.4
/5
17 Reviews
"Boat tour"
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
4.5
/5
53 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
Skydive Cairns
4.9
/5
11 Reviews
"Skydiving"
Barron River Rafting
4.5
/5
6 Reviews
"Rafting"
Norman Reef
4.1
/5
43 Reviews
"Diving"
Cairns Night Markets
4.9
/5
66 Reviews
Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Cairns, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Pullman Cairns International
4.4
/5
195 Reviews
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.2
/5
84 Reviews
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
4.2
/5
46 Reviews
Hilton Cairns
4.5
/5
303 Reviews
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns, an EVT hotel
4.1
/5
126 Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns
4.4
/5
243 Reviews
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.3
/5
72 Reviews
Crystalbrook Riley
4.1
/5
122 Reviews
Crystalbrook Flynn
4.6
/5
142 Reviews
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
4.3
/5
212 Reviews
Crystalbrook Bailey
4.6
/5
144 Reviews
The Benson Hotel
4.4
/5
54 Reviews
What to Eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Cairns dishes and foodie spots.
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TAMARIND RESTAURANT
5.0
/5
12 Reviews
Avg. PLN253/person
"Western-style"
Tha Fish
5.0
/5
11 Reviews
Avg. PLN183/person
"Seafood"
"Sea view"
Prawn Star Cairns
5.0
/5
24 Reviews
Avg. PLN216/person
"Seafood"
"Sea view"
C'est Bon French Restaurant Cairns
5.0
/5
4 Reviews
Avg. PLN202/person
"Western-style"
OCHRE RESTAURANT
4.9
/5
33 Reviews
Avg. PLN240/person
"Western-style"
"Terrace"
Salt House
5.0
/5
3 Reviews
Avg. PLN243/person
"Western-style"
"Sea view"
Fratelli’s Café, Bar & Restaurant
4.2
/5
5 Reviews
"Western-style"
CC's Bar & Grill
4.2
/5
19 Reviews
Avg. PLN275/person
"Western-style"
Splash Seafood Restaurant
4.5
/5
6 Reviews
Avg. PLN164/person
"Seafood"
Yaya’s Hellenic Kitchen and Bar
4.8
/5
164 Reviews
Avg. PLN143/person
"Western-style"
"View"
The Raw Prawn Seafood Restaurant
4.0
/5
32 Reviews
Avg. PLN162/person
"Seafood"
Bushfire Flame Grill
4.6
/5
19 Reviews
Avg. PLN189/person
"Latin American"
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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
4.8
/5
515 Reviews
"Cable car"
Rainforestation Nature Park
4.5
/5
308 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
Kuranda Scenic Railway
4.8
/5
79 Reviews
Kuranda Koala Gardens
4.5
/5
59 Reviews
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
4.7
/5
45 Reviews
"Farms and pastures"
Paronella Park
4.5
/5
87 Reviews
Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas
4.0
/5
24 Reviews
Popular Luxury Hotels Near Cairns
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Niramaya Villas and Spa
9.2
/5
57 Reviews
Mt Mulligan Lodge
9.6
/5
10 Reviews
Lizard Island Resort
9.4
/5
47 Reviews
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
9.0
/5
41 Reviews
The Reef House Adults Retreat
9.4
/5
63 Reviews
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
8.0
/5
118 Reviews
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Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
9.0
/5
41 Reviews
The Reef Retreat Palm Cove
8.7
/5
82 Reviews
Thala Beach Nature Reserve
9.2
/5
70 Reviews
Niramaya Villas and Spa
9.2
/5
57 Reviews
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Vue Apartments Trinity Beach
9.3
/5
51 Reviews
Bellevue At Trinity Beach
9.3
/5
52 Reviews
Thala Beach Nature Reserve
9.2
/5
70 Reviews
Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat
9.2
/5
100 Reviews
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Green Island Resort
8.7
/5
41 Reviews
Tinaroo Lake Resort
8.7
/5
29 Reviews
Tropical Nites Holiday Townhouses
9.2
/5
48 Reviews
Central Plaza Port Douglas
8.6
/5
34 Reviews
The Bungalows
9.6
/5
18 Reviews
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Popular Types of Attractions in Cairns
Nature and wildlife
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Natural scenery
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Beaches and shores
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Mountain climbing
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Leisure activities
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Spa/massage
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Farms and pastures
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Camping and campsites
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Sightseeing tours
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Boat tour
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Night view
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Museums
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Themed exhibition halls
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Historical attractions
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Outdoor activities
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Cycling
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Parks
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Water sports
Popular Attractions in Cairns
Arthouse
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Iron Strength Power & Performance
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Earl Hill
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Go Bowling
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White Lotus Tropical Day Spa
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Babinda Boulders
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The Conservatory Bar
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Billfish Sports Fishing
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Turtle Bay Dive Site
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GBR Helicopters - Cairns Heliport
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Cairns Harbour Cruises
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Jump Mania Trampoline Park
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Blackout Sportfishing
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Little Fogarty Park
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Yorkeys Community Centre Park
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Crystal Cascades Hiking Trail
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Silky Oak Court Park
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Old Weir Falls
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Historical Chinatown
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C3 Church Cairns
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Botanic Garden hiking trail
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Bar 94 Club & Beer Garden
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Spinos Street Park
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Trinity Beach Tennis Club
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Mike Ball Dive Expeditions
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Paterson Park
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Bak Park
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Doongal Aboriginal Art & Artefacts
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TAMARIND RESTAURANT
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Prawn Star Cairns
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Fratelli’s Café, Bar & Restaurant
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OCHRE RESTAURANT
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C'est Bon French Restaurant Cairns
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Salt House
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Splash Seafood Restaurant
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Boatshed
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Beach Almond
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Bushfire Flame Grill
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Waterbar & Grill Steakhouse
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CC's Bar & Grill
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Mondo on the Waterfront
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Yaya’s Hellenic Kitchen and Bar
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The Raw Prawn Seafood Restaurant
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Piato
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Crepe Shop
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Fetta's Greek Taverna
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Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant
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Cairns RSL Club
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Fusion Art Bar & Tapas
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El Greko Greek Taverna
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Reef House Restaurant
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Vivo Palm Cove
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Ozmosis Café Trattoria Bar
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Mr Soy Boy
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Coco's Kitchen + Bar
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Mama Coco
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