Parks· Edge Hill
Cairns Botanic Gardens
Guided & audio tours are offered at this botanical garden with a notable tropical plant collection.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen Sundays
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ABC Reef Safaris
Tourist Attractions · Port Douglas
ABC Reef Safaris is an attraction in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 5.0-star Google rating from 1069 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 71/100.
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Barron Gorge National Park
Parks · Kuranda
Riverside park with dense tropical rainforests, plus trails leading to waterfall & gorge views.
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Palm Cove Beach
Tourist Attractions · Palm Cove
Beach backed by an esplanade with palm trees & cafes, popular for swimming & fishing on a jetty.
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67Spot Score
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Tourist Attractions · Kuranda
Vintage train rides between Cairns & Kuranda, passing waterfalls, dense rainforest & Barron Gorge.
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EventFri, 23 Oct, 5:00pm
Reclaim The Night Rally March for Womens Safety Walking at Night
Cairns Esplanade
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The Attic
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Be The Light - Meditation and Emotional Healing
Cairns Esplanade Fun Ship Playground
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Big Talk One Fire 2026
Munro Martin Parklands
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59Spot Score
KUR-Cow Barnwell Farm
Tourist Attractions · Kuranda
KUR-Cow Barnwell Farm is an attraction in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 181 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
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48Spot Score
Shanee Prana
Where to Stay · Kewarra Beach
A spacious six-bedroom holiday house with tropical gardens, pool and tennis court, described by its website as near Kewarra Beach and Cairns.
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44Spot Score
RondayVoo Bed & Breakfast
Where to Stay · Speewah
A lovely bed and breakfast at Speewah near Kuranda in Cairns with a 4.9 rating across 11 guests.
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48Spot Score
Cassowary House
Where to Stay · Kuranda
Cassowary House is a place to stay in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 14 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
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53Spot Score
Kuranda Ngorongoro Lodge
Where to Stay · Kuranda
Kuranda Ngorongoro Lodge is a place to stay in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 27 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 53/100.
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40Spot Score
Tropical Queenslander
Where to Stay · Cairns North
Simple studios with kitchenettes and free Wi-Fi, as well as 2 outdoor pools & a BBQ area.
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47Spot Score
Willow Garden Stays
Where to Stay · Kewarra Beach
A private beachfront holiday house in Kewarra Beach, with a pool, large garden and direct access to the sand.
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39Spot Score
67 Casuarina
Where to Stay · Cairns City
A well-regarded stay at Yorkeys Knob near Cairns with a 4.0 rating across 6 guests.
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