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
Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
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
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Loved the club lounge access and the room with marina views and huge balcony was great!!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hilton Cairns
Very nice hotel, on the waterfront. Good breakfast, easy to walk to the marina.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Needs to update the images on the website rooms and building is outdated
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Everything was good.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
It is great
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Overall amazing spot, very clean, very friendly helpful staff, delicious food and great range of drinks and cocktails Maybe a cheap shuttle bus to and from the resort for those who don't have cars. Maybe incorporate in the price or at a reasonable price. One stop into town, no other drop off point.uber ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 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 Trinity 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 Tanks Arts Centre.
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.
