Visit Barron Gorge
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.
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.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Things to do
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience
Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour
Top hotels in Barron Gorge
Hilton Cairns
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barron Gorge
Kamerunga
While visiting Kamerunga, you might make a stop by sights like Barron Gorge National Park and Kamerunga Conservation Park.
Barron
Barron might not have many top sights, but Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Smithfield
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Smithfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Smithfield Shopping Centre or Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.
Whitfield
While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Mount Whitfield Conservation Park.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
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