Itineraries
Itineraries for Cairns are on the way.
Where to stay
The Esplanade for the lagoon, the reef terminal and dinner by the water; the city center near Cairns Station for the Kuranda train; Cairns North for a quieter stretch of the waterfront.
The areas: The Esplanade, City center near Cairns Station, Cairns North.
Where to stay in Cairns: areas and adviceHotels in CairnsPlaces to see
All things to do in AustraliaTransportCairns AirportThe gateway airport for the reef, a short ride from the Cairns Esplanade and the city center.Entry: Taxi or bus to the city
NeighborhoodCairns EsplanadeA 2.5 km waterfront path of parklands, public art and memorials along Trinity Inlet.Entry: Free to walk
BeachCairns Esplanade LagoonA free saltwater swimming lagoon on the waterfront, watched by lifeguards all year.Entry: Free; Wednesdays from noon
FoodCairns Night MarketsA covered market and food court on the Esplanade, open every day of the year.Entry: Pay as you go
FoodEsplanade Dining PrecinctA row of pubs, pizza places, burger bars and rooftop terraces facing the Esplanade Lagoon.Entry: Pay as you go
BeachGreen Island beach and reefA rainforest-covered coral cay 27 km off Cairns, ringed by reef for snorkeling and swimming.Entry: Book a return ferry
NatureGreen Island rainforest walkWalking paths through the rainforest at the heart of Green Island National Park.Entry: Free to walk
MarketKuranda Original Rainforest MarketA daily market in Kuranda village with craft stalls and global and tropical food stalls.Entry: Pay as you go
TransportKuranda Scenic Railway, Cairns StationThe heritage railway climbing 37 km and 327 m from Cairns to the rainforest village of Kuranda.Entry: Book a seat
TransportKuranda StationThe top of the Kuranda Scenic Railway, a short walk from the village markets.Entry: Free to visit
TransportReef Fleet TerminalThe Cairns terminal where reef and island boats, including the Green Island ferries, depart.Entry: Book your reef trip ahead
TransportSkyrail Rainforest Cableway, KurandaA cableway over the rainforest canopy from Kuranda to Smithfield, stopping at Barron Falls and Red Peak.Entry: Book a one-way ride
TransportSkyrail Smithfield TerminalThe lower Skyrail terminal at Smithfield, about 15 minutes by road north of Cairns.Entry: Taxi to Cairns
FoodThe Canopy Grill, Green IslandCafe-style takeaway on Green Island: burgers, fish and chips, salads and ice cream, 10 AM to 3 PM.Entry: Pay as you go