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View Article More InfoCairns 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 Cairns 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 Cairns Great Barrier Reef Cruise departure terminal. But Cairns is only really the hub to the attractions of Far North Queensland.
Cairns Great Barrier Reef Tours
Can't wait to get to the Great Barrier Reef? Check out these fantastic Cairns cruise options:
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.
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.
