Caravonica Travel Guide
Cairns
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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.

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.

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 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.
Things to do

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Top hotels in Caravonica

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Beautiful resort
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Clean hotel, great free breakfast and beautiful atrium
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Excellent rooms and wonderful staff
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Hilton Cairns
Great service and attitude
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Everything was perfect! Had such a great weekend. Totally recommended
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Crystalbrook Riley
The room was fantastic - spacious, clean and comfortable with great views of the pool and esplanade. Crystalbrook Riley is always a great place to stay and unwind in Cairns.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Caravonica

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.

Holloways Beach
Beaches, restaurants and gardens are just a few things travellers enjoy about Holloways Beach. Check out Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring the area.

Trinity Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach.

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 Cairns Botanic Gardens.

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.

