Visit Clifton Beach
Popular places to visit
Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.
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.
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 Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
Cairns Night Markets
During your trip to Cairns, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Clifton Beach
Hilton Cairns
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Clifton Beach
Macalister Range
While visiting Macalister Range, you might make a stop by sights like Kuranda National Park and Smithfield Conservation Park.
Kewarra Beach
Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Kuranda National Park while you're exploring the area.
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Ellis Beach
Ellis Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Macalister Range National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland.
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.
- Places of interest
- Choose Your Clifton Beach Hotel Style
- Hotels in top Cairns neighborhoods
- More trip options
- Clifton Beach
- Clifton Village Shopping Centre
- Cairns Esplanade
- Cairns Central Shopping Centre
- Palm Cove Beach
- Cairns Convention Centre
- Cairns Marlin Marina
- Cairns Night Markets
- Yorkeys Knob Beach
- Cairns Base Hospital
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
- Crystal Cascades
- Barron Gorge National Park
- Muddy's Playground
- Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
- Cairns Golf Club
- Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens
- St Monica's Cathedral
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Hotels Near Clifton Beach, Cairns
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