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What to do in Cairns
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Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Palm Cove Beach
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.

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

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

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

Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Australian Armour and Artillery Museum in Cairns. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Reef Fleet Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Cairns with a trip to Reef Fleet Terminal. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
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Palm Cove
Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.

Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Trinity Beach
Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.

Cairns North
Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.

Clifton Beach
Travelers come to Clifton Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while you're in town.

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.
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- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre
- Palm Cove Beach
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Night Markets
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Clifton Beach
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Sugarworld Waterpark
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Crystal Cascades
- Clifton Village Shopping Centre
- St Monica's Cathedral
- Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre
- Half Moon Bay Golf Course
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