Cairns Attractions - Tropical North Queensland, Australia

Tropical North Queensland in Australia is a holiday maker's paradise, bursting at the seams with attractions and tours that showcase this remarkable part of the world.

Cairns attractions rank as some of the most original and exciting in Australia. Golden sunny beaches flanked by pristine rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef make Cairns a region that literally has it all! Friendly locals provide a setting for exploration and fun that very few other places in the world can offer.

The city of Cairns has recently been renovated to enhance its image and provide a relaxing place for tourists and Cairns locals to congregate and have fun. Cairns Esplanade, once a huge grassy park, now features a world-class facility incorporating an outdoor amphitheatre, a large sandy swimming lagoon, grassy picnic areas, walking tracks, free public barbeques, children's playground, shops and restaurants, an environmental interpretation centre and a Great Barrier Reef Cruise departure terminal. But Cairns is only really the hub to the attractions of Far North Queensland.

Great Barrier Reef Tours

Can't wait to get to the Great Barrier Reef? Check out these fantastic Cairns cruise options:

Ocean Spirit Cruises

Enjoy exclusive Michaelmas Cay from just $179.

Sunlover Reef Cruises

Great for kids! Day cruise to Moore Reef from $167.

Big Cat Green Island Cruises

Spend the day on gorgeous Green Island for $64.

Great Adventures

Outer Great Barrier Reef adventure from $174.

Attraction Variety

You'll never be bored in Tropical North Queensland. Snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef, white water rafting down a raging river, sailing to tropical islands, browsing for crafts at country town markets, skydiving from 14,000 feet, fishing for barramundi, enjoying tropical Daintree Rainforest tours — what more could you want? How about some Cairns activities to keep you occupied!

Well there is more. Cairns Attractions is your extensive guide to activities in and around Cairns. We aim to make this site a helpful tool for people planning a holiday to Tropical North Queensland, and also for locals who live in the area who needs some new ideas for weekends.

Cairns has a nightlife that caters to everyone, from partying single travelers to families seeking a peaceful retreat. Nightclubs, sophisticated dining, or just sitting back on the Esplanade and admiring the view of the Trinity Inlet are just some of the popular options in Cairns city. Opposite the Cairns Esplanade is the Cairns Night Markets, which showcase local and indigenous artworks, tourism trinkets and good food. Adjacent to the Esplanade is The Pier, a large tourist-friendly mall containing local shops selling popular Australiana products.

The benefits of holidaying in Tropical North Queensland do not rest with the important fact that there are a larger and more exciting variety of activities and attractions in this area than most. Another bonus is that attractions in this area are within very close proximity to each other. Cairns is the centre of the action. There is no better place to base your holiday if you intend to see Tropical Far North Queensland.

Cairns Tours

Cairns has an outstanding number of world-class tour operators. No matter what you love doing, you'll find something to do here in Cairns. Browse our quick list of Cairns tours below:

Rainforest Tours

If eco-adventures are what you love, you'll be astounded by the awesome variety of rainforest tours - many with eco accreditation. Explore the Daintree Rainforest, swim in exclusive rainforest waterholes and see the beautiful wildlife of Far North Queensland.

Wait A While Rainforest Tours

Daintree cruise & guided rainforest tour from $154.

Cairns Habitat Cruises

Calm water cruise through mangrove habitat for $59.

Blazing Saddles

Explore the rainforest on horse back for $93.

Down Under Helicopters

See world-heritage rain forest from a heli for $180.

Food & Dining Tours

If you love gourmet food and enjoy dining in exclusive places then you'll love our collection of food and dining tours. Far North Queensland has a unique blend of gourmet food heavily featuring tropical produce and exotic fruit.

Food Trail Tours

Taste local coffee, fruit wine & Macadamias for $122.

Ocean Spirit Dinner Cruise

Romantic night sail & dinner on Cairns harbour for $79.

Cairns Night Zoo

Aussie bush dinner with dancing & damper for $115.

Tjapukai by Night

Spectacular special effects show with dinner for $103.

Cairns Attraction Themes

There is just so many things to do in Cairns that we've tried to help you make sense of it all by breaking them down into logical themes to assist you when sightseeing or seeking tours and attractions and in Far North Queensland. Have a look at family friendly attractions, wildlife parks, adrenalin tours and suggested itineraries.