Cairns Central Business District Travel Guide

Cairns

Cairns which includes a city
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District

Popular places to visit

Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

Cairns Marlin Marina
Esplanade Lagoon which includes a hotel and a coastal town

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.

Esplanade Lagoon
Cairns Night Markets

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.

Cairns Night Markets
Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome

Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome

Meet the animals who live at Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
The Cairns Museum

The Cairns Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Cairns Museum during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

The Cairns Museum

Reef Fleet Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Cairns with a trip to Reef Fleet Terminal. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Reef Fleet Terminal

Things to do

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

£140
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

£101
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option

From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option

£80
per adult
From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience

£86
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

£115
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
Seastar Luxury Outer Reef Tour

Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

£128
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour
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Top hotels in Cairns Central Business District

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is £120 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£120
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Room was perfect river view. Breakfast variety was great. Central location"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hilton Cairns
Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

5 out of 5
131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is £148 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£148
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Crystalbrook Riley
Crystalbrook Bailey

Crystalbrook Bailey

5 out of 5
163 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD
The price is £132 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
£132
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (827 reviews)
Great stay in cairns
"Hotel was very central. Excellent room and very clean. Staff very helpful."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Crystalbrook Bailey
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is £116 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£116
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (935 reviews)
Hotel Great. Service not so much.
"This is a very nice hotel with easy access to downtown. The room and the view were great. Sunsets were brillant. I do have a major complaint. One evening I called to try to order room service from 6:00-7:30 pm. The line was always busy so no dinner that night. I was not able to leave the hotel for ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Crystalbrook Flynn
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £142 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£142
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The service was exemplary. Staff were all very helpful and cheerful. Location excellent, with easy access to surrounding attractions."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

4.5 out of 5
122 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is £129 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
£129
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (722 reviews)
"Loved everything, staff were lovely, very clean facilities and easy get around cairns, but the pool was just a bit too cold for the kids to enjoy."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Cairns Central Business District

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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.

Parramatta Park
Cairns Esplanade featuring a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool

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.

Cairns North
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Westcourt

You'll enjoy the casinos and shopping in Westcourt. You might want to make time for a stop at DFO Cairns or Cazalys Cairns.

Westcourt
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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.

Manunda
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Bungalow

The beaches and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Bungalow. Want to see more of the surrounding area? DFO Cairns and Cazalys Cairns are a few top sights nearby.

Bungalow
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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.

Edge Hill

Cairns Central Business District Travel Guide

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