For a city, whose 75 percent of the economy depends on tourism industry, a city which basks in glorious sunshine and light tropical breezes, it isn’t a surprise Cairns is a paradise for holidaymakers. It offers a fine blend of world class tourist attractions, adventure sports, fine dining, significant events and perfect laid back atmosphere, making Cairns one of the best tourist destinations on earth.
Atherton Tablelands
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A blend of several attractions and a combination of nature and lifestyle, Atherton Tablelands is based to the west to south-south west inland of Cairns. Swim in...
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
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Located in Kuranda, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is a butterfly zoo which was built in 1987. The sanctuary offers guided tours throughout the day, detaili...
Australian Sugar Industry Museum
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This is the best place to know about the sugar industry in Australia. The collection includes contemporary and historical photographs, documents, books, artifac...
Barron Falls
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A steep tiered cascade waterfall on the Barron River where the river descends from the Atherton Tablelands to the Cairns coastal plain. The view is worth it, even in the dry season. There is an excell...
Barron Gorge National Park
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A spectacular geological feature of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area and the center of a fascinating network of historic trails. The Kuranda Scenic Railway l...
Cairns Convention Centre
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It's a multi-purpose venue designed for a wide range of events including concerts, exhibitions, conventions and meetings. The Centre is renowned for its unique ...
Cairns Regional Gallery
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Cairns Regional Gallery exhibits fine arts from major Australian as well as international collections. Some of the artists whose work has been featured here are...
Cairns Tropical Zoo
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A perfect wildlife experience, the 6-hectare locally operated Cairns Tropical Zoo showcases a large variety of Australian animals, including international exotics. It's not only a fun experience for k...
Cairns Wildlife Dome
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A spectacular all-weather wildlife exhibit, the Cairns Wildlife Dome is based in the heart of Cairns. Enclosed by a 20 metre high glass dome on top of city's ic...
Cape Tribulation
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Named by Captain Cook, Cape Tribulation is a national park boasting lush tropical rainforests, crystal clear swimming creeks, long sandy beaches and array of activities to do. Discover the unique wil...
Cazaly's Stadium
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Popular by its sponsorship name as Bundaberg Rum Stadium, Cazaly's Stadium is a sports stadium based in Westcourt, a suburb of Cairns. Being the largest oval stadium in Cairns, it is used by the Queen...
Copperlode Dam
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Also called as Lake Morris, Copperlode Dam is a freshwater reservoir based in the ranges immediately west of Cairns. The dam provides water to the city of Cairns and is one of the popular tourist attr...