Title: Edmonton Travel Guide: Best of Edmonton, Cairns Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Edmonton](https://expedia.co.uk/Edmonton-Cairns-Hotels.0-n6130282-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Cairns](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cairns](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Edmonton Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Edmonton.d6130282.Car-Hire-Guide)[Edmonton Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Edmonton.d6130282.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Edmonton Travel Guide ## Cairns ## Visit Edmonton Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cairns travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns.dx553248635404168639) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Cairns Esplanade showing a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127785/4d6928c8-cfa7-41e9-ba62-fe6f27b138d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Esplanade 4.5/5(58 reviews) Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Attraction) ![One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/326c5b35-009e-425f-a91d-03f0ccba2866.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Central Shopping Centre 4/5(37 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Central-Shopping-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6127783.Attraction) ![Cairns Marlin Marina which includes sailing, mountains and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340801489/f40dd38e-4c9a-458d-b599-d7304acca1e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Marlin Marina 4.5/5(25 reviews) Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Marlin-Marina-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248634340801489.Attraction) ![Palm Cove Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061139/574cc203-78ff-4692-8a72-d7f7b2caeb98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palm Cove Beach 4.5/5(39 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Palm-Cove-Beach-Palm-Cove.d6061139.Attraction) ![Esplanade Lagoon which includes a hotel and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160844/23460ff6-d7ca-4925-8661-1a4a85bf78bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Esplanade Lagoon 4.5/5(30 reviews) Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Esplanade-Lagoon-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6160844.Attraction) ![Cairns Convention Centre, Queensland: Aerial Photo of Iconic Architecture, Urban Landscape, Waterfront, and City Infrastructure in Tropical North Queensland, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061117/6e2bca82-0c8b-4512-bd5f-afa4b0717cff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Convention Centre 3/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Convention-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6061117.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Paronella Park and Mamu Tropical Skywalk Ticket Combo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5082348/f1865926-8be9-472f-b561-fc27d92a3aae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paronella Park and Mamu Tropical Skywalk Ticket Combo £44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/paronella-park-and-mamu-tropical-skywalk-ticket-combo.a5082348.activity-details) ![Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/730507/c7e21924-c616-42aa-b7d3-b9a898eb0d5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise £134 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ocean-freedom-great-barrier-reef-luxury-snorkel-and-dive-cruise.a730507.activity-details) ![relaxing at the deck of a ship in Australia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/426730/0ffdabbf-a06e-4503-8177-bf31dfb56b12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour £140 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkeling-tour.a426730.activity-details) ![passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/261247/5dd84a4d-bfd7-40ea-bf01-7abdfd1391ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest £17 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/army-duck-tour-of-the-rainforest.a261247.activity-details) ![Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4231150/655d9bd4-21f4-4c26-b55c-5a7743b2f710.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets £145 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kuranda-scenic-rail-skyrail-including-gold-class-tickets.a4231150.activity-details) ![Great Barrier Reef with Cultural Guides-Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4796381/28b79257-8f20-43ca-8c7e-5f7326960400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Barrier Reef with Cultural Guides-Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel £101 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/great-barrier-reef-with-cultural-guides-dreamtime-dive-snorkel.a4796381.activity-details) [See all activities in Cairns](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Edmonton ![Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/c088688e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD £115 25 Apr - 26 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Very nice hotel. Great location, right at the seaside, next to the reef terminal, and close to the night market. Also friendly staff. Had a wonderful stay. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F04%2F2026&endDate=26%2F04%2F2026&selected=16032&PinnedHotelID=16032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130282) ![Hilton Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/7475abd3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Cairns 34 Esplanade Cairns QLD £98 22 Apr - 23 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) The water view was amazing and the breakfast every morning was fantastic. Room service was quick and delicious. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F04%2F2026&endDate=23%2F04%2F2026&selected=1233&PinnedHotelID=1233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130282) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/e33d8543_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns 121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD £93 21 Apr - 22 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) Great walking location for restaurants and shopping. Nice quite room. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=7566&PinnedHotelID=7566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130282) ![Cairns Colonial Club Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/5fdef7e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cairns Colonial Club Resort 18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=84257&PinnedHotelID=84257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130282) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=84257&PinnedHotelID=84257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130282) ![Cairns Harbourside Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/8d881048_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cairns Harbourside Hotel 209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD £94 8 Apr - 9 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews) The were two curtain tracks in the first room we stayed at, but only one fabric curtain. This was not a problem on the first night (although it is nice when curtain tracks overlap so there is not a gap where the curtains meet). On the second night, it was a problem as several very bright bursts of ... Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=23929&PinnedHotelID=23929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130282) ![Pullman Cairns International](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428400/428345/6598bf4c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pullman Cairns International 17 Abbott Street Cairns QLD £104 21 Apr - 22 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Lovely hotel. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=428345&PinnedHotelID=428345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6130282) [See all 1,369 properties in Edmonton](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6130282) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Want to see more of the surrounding area? Cazalys Cairns and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are a few top sights nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Bungalow.dx6268014) ![Aerial view above Rhodes with views to Wentworth Point and Concord West with Parramatta River in Sydney NSW Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131533/79df8f24-454f-493d-825d-7992c11af1cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parramatta Park Parramatta Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cazaly's Stadium and Barlow Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Parramatta-Park.dx6131533) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Manunda Shopping, gardens and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Performing Arts Centre while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Manunda.dx6131531) ![Cairns which includes a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340801489/716fe001-2c59-4ffe-bc83-f653f7609941.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cairns Central Business District 4.5/5(71 area reviews) Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Cairns-Central-Business-District.dx6268031) ![Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6324192/a088ef1a-c337-4494-b8d8-b0970ef5a6bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Edge Hill You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Cairns Botanic Gardens or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Edge-Hill.dx6131758) ![The Cairns Lagoon at sunrise in Tropical North Queensland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131529/180ef19c-8f96-4116-a1dd-83cce1df4d64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cairns North Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area. 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