Cairns North Travel Guide
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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.

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.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

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 Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Top hotels in Cairns North

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
My experience was seamless. Reception staff were polite and helpful. Room was neat and tidy. Checkout was swift! The hotel in itself is a little tiered but still in good working order in a great location.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
We had a great stay! My only complaint is the lack of variety in the breakfast buffet. We only stayed 4 days, and it was the same stuff every morning 😞 other than that, it was an awesome stay! Great location, great pool and awesome staff!
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Hotel Tropiq
Comfortable room,helpful staff
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Bohemia Resort Cairns
Dirty
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Cairns Queens Court
Didn't like air conditioner smell.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Cairns Sheridan Hotel
Good place! Clean, amazing staff, everythings good with the room! The pool was closed though due to maintenance and the gym was old / could do with an update. All other things are good though!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
