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Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
6h 30m
9.4 out of 10 with 47 reviews
9.4/10
47 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveler
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h+
8.6 out of 10 with 180 reviews
8.6/10
180 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
9.8 out of 10 with 952 reviews
9.8/10
952 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
9.6 out of 10 with 153 reviews
9.6/10
153 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours and 45 minutes
6h 45m
8.8 out of 10 with 9 reviews
8.8/10
9 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets
Activity duration is 7 hours and 45 minutes
7h 45m
9.8 out of 10 with 12 reviews
9.8/10
12 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1)
Activity duration is 9 hours and 45 minutes
9h 45m
9.2 out of 10 with 12 reviews
9.2/10
12 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day
Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
8h 30m
8.8 out of 10 with 43 reviews
8.8/10
43 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
8h 30m
9.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
9.6/10
7 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness Tour with River Cruise (TCT)
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
9.2 out of 10 with 25 reviews
9.2/10
25 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Food, drink & nightlife
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Cairns: 2-Day Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Boat Trip
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
9.8 out of 10 with 22 reviews
9.8/10
22 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Full Day White Water Rafting From Cairns or Mission Beach
Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
6h 30m+
9.8 out of 10 with 55 reviews
9.8/10
55 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Cairns: 3-Day Reef, Rainforest, and Outback Package
Activity duration is 3 days
3d
9.4 out of 10 with 3 reviews
9.4/10
3 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cairns: Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
9.6 out of 10 with 121 reviews
9.6/10
121 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cairns: Cape Tribulation, Beaches, Crocs & Swimming Day Tour
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cairns: 3 days - Daintree, Kuranda, Reef, Accommodation
Activity duration is 3 days
3d
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cairns: Night at the Aquarium Guided Tour & 2 Course Dinner
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.6 out of 10 with 28 reviews
9.6/10
28 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cairns: Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge & Daintree Day Tour
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
9.4 out of 10 with 173 reviews
9.4/10
173 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cairns: Daintree Rainforest Wildlife Experience Cruise
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
9.8 out of 10 with 76 reviews
9.8/10
76 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Premium Great Barrier Reef & Coral Cay Cruise from Cairns
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
9.8 out of 10 with 149 reviews
9.8/10
149 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
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Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
7.8 out of 10 with 24 reviews
7.8/10
24 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Reef Magic Experience & Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
9.6/10
4 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Cairns: Tandem Skydive Experience over Mission Beach
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Deluxe Reef & Rainforest Scenic Helicopter Flight
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Hot Air Ballooning Tour from Northern Beaches near Cairns
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Outer Reef Odyssey - 40 minute Reef Scenic Flight
Activity duration is 40 minutes
40m
10.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
10/10
14 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Fly & Snorkelling Adventures
Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes
9h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Reef and Rainforest 60 minute Scenic Flight
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Reef Rainforest Fusion - 45 Minute Reef and Rainforest Flight
Activity duration is 1 hour and 10 minutes
1h 10m
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon Ochre
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Attractions
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Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours and 20 minutes
6h 20m
9.8 out of 10 with 15 reviews
9.8/10
15 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket
3.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
3/10
4 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Night at the Aquarium Tour & 2 Course Dinner
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers - Half Day PM
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Kuranda Skyrail & Scenic Rail
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
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Cairns City Half Day Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private Cape Tribulation & Mossman Gorge Day Tour
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
10/10
5 Viator reviews
includes taxes & fees
per traveler*
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Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Cairns
Activity duration is 30 minutes
30m+
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Herberton Historical Village Day Trip from Cairns - One of the best ever to...
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveler*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Cairns: Pontoon Boat Hire with Optional BBQ and Fishing Hire
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h+
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveler
What to do in Portsmith
Frequently asked questions
Is Portsmith worth visiting?
Whether you're here to enjoy the cultural highlights and local charm or try regional foods and venture into nature, there are many things to do in Portsmith.
How do I spend a day in Portsmith?
Kick-start your day with a visit to Cairns Aquarium. Then, tour other parts of Portsmith for local restaurants and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Portsmith?
Cairns Aquarium is ranked the top tourist attraction near Portsmith, so don't leave without exploring it.
Is three days enough to stay in Portsmith?
Three days in Portsmith is a good amount of time to enjoy the nearby attractions. Many travelers love Cairns Aquarium and St Monica's Cathedral, so why not check them out while you're here?
Is Portsmith a walkable neighborhood?
If walking is your favorite way to explore, Portsmith is a great choice. You can reach leading sights like Cairns Aquarium and St Monica's Cathedral on foot. At 5 kilometers from the center, the neighborhood of Cairns Central Business District is also close enough for a good stroll. The same goes for Tropical North Waterfront, roughly 5 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Portsmith with kids?
Whether you're traveling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a schedule filled with fun activities takes your trip to the next level. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Portsmith with kids.
What to do in Portsmith for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or adventure seeker, there are lots of things to do in Portsmith for adults including Cazalys Cairns.
Are there free things to do in Portsmith?
One of the favorite free things to do in Portsmith is St Monica's Cathedral. You can also walk through nearby neighborhoods and spend time in parks and other green spaces in the area. For more ideas, just ask a local tour guide.
