Freshwater
Cairns
Visit Freshwater
Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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.
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 Tropical North Waterfront, 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.
Things to do
Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Freshwater Hotel Deals
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Room clean, courteous & helpful staff
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Friendly staff on reception and in the bar. The room was spacious with a comfy bed and good air conditioning.
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Nice hotel and staff were great. Hotel just needed a little bit of an update.
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
Hilton Cairns
Our whole experience at the Hilton Cairns was excellent.
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
Good
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Crystalbrook Riley
Wonderful stay ( for the second time!) Quick and friendly check in with an unexpected upgrade! Spacious and clean room with tub and balcony with ocean view. Great pool to laze around , had a cocktail and bite of lunch. Bliss!
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Freshwater
Barron
Though Barron might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.
Whitfield
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Whitfield and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Cairns Botanic Gardens.
Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Cairns Botanic Gardens or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
Machans Beach
Though Machans Beach might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum.
Holloways Beach
Beaches, restaurants, and gardens are some highlights of Holloways Beach. Make a stop by Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring.
Freshwater
- Cairns Esplanade
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre
- Palm Cove Beach
- Reef Fleet Terminal
- Esplanade Lagoon
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Night Markets
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Clifton Beach
- Smithfield Shopping Centre
- Australian Armour and Artillery Museum
- Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets
- Sugarworld Waterpark
- Crystal Cascades
- Skyrail Kuranda Cableway Station
- Barron Gorge National Park
