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Hilton Cairns
#15 of 79 hotels in Cairns
485 Reviews
Last reviewed 29 May 2012
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Mantra Esplanade Cairns
#19 of 79 hotels in Cairns
204 Reviews
Last reviewed 29 May 2012
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Travellers Oasis Backpackers
#2 of 76 speciality lodging in Cairns
229 Reviews
Last reviewed 29 May 2012
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Cairns Central YHA Backpackers Hostel
#30 of 76 speciality lodging in Cairns
43 Reviews
Last reviewed 28 May 2012
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Caravella Backpackers
#22 of 76 speciality lodging in Cairns
76 Reviews
Last reviewed 25 May 2012
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Cairns Beach House
#50 of 76 speciality lodging in Cairns
34 Reviews
Last reviewed 24 May 2012
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Koala Beach Resort
#28 of 79 hotels in Cairns, Cairns Region
18 Reviews
Last reviewed 23 May 2012
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Waters Edge Apartments
#12 of 79 hotels in Cairns, Cairns Region
39 Reviews
Last reviewed 18 May 2012
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Rydges Plaza Cairns
#41 of 79 hotels in Cairns, Cairns Region
71 Reviews
Last reviewed 8 May 2012
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Cascade Gardens
#32 of 79 hotels in Cairns, Cairns Region
40 Reviews
Last reviewed 7 May 2012
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Njoy! Travellers Resort
#42 of 76 speciality lodging in Cairns
16 Reviews
Last reviewed 5 May 2012
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Asylum Cairns Backpacker Hostel
#43 of 76 speciality lodging in Cairns
26 Reviews
Last reviewed 2 May 2012
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Globetrotters International
#36 of 76 speciality lodging in Cairns
34 Reviews
Last reviewed 20 Apr 2012
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Reef Gateway Apartments
#39 of 79 hotels in Cairns, Cairns Region
21 Reviews
Last reviewed 17 Apr 2012
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Cairns Girls Hostel
#41 of 76 speciality lodging in Cairns
19 Reviews
Last reviewed 16 Apr 2012
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Ranked #1 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
54 reviews
Attraction type Playgrounds
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- "great for kids" 28 May 2012
- "A day of enjoyment" 26 May 2012
- "Playground Dream" 24 May 2012
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Ranked #2 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
25 reviews
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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- "love the waterfall trail" 21 May 2012
- "Waterfalls" 13 May 2012
- "Paronnella Park" 13 May 2012
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Ranked #3 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
84 reviews
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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- "Scenic" 28 May 2012
- "Gorgeous natural scenery" 25 May 2012
- "A visit to the Tablelands is..." 23 May 2012
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Ranked #4 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
335 reviews
Owner description:
Escape the summer heat at one of Cairns’ best known landmarks, the Esplanade Lagoon. Set on the Cairns foreshore overlooking...
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Escape the summer heat at one of Cairns’ best known landmarks, the Esplanade Lagoon. Set on the Cairns foreshore overlooking the Barrier Reef and Trinity Inlet, the 4800 sq metre saltwater swimming lagoon offers locals and tourists a year round safe swimming location. Saltwater is pumped from the inlet and filtered through a state of the art filtration system, to meet Australian Standards. The kids can enjoy the sandy edges, build sand castles and play in shallow water. On the other side of the Lagoon, visitors can lounge on the timber decks in moderate shade. Shady trees, landscaped gardens and open spaces all contribute to the leisurely atmosphere on the Esplanade The Lagoon is closed for cleaning every Wednesday from 6am - Midday ** NOTICE** Lagoon Programmed Maintenance Temporary Closure 2012. Our beautiful lagoon will need some routine maintenance in 2012. We will be upgrading and all sorts of things that helps to keep the lagoon working and that help to make the lagoon a wonderful place for you to visit. These works will require that the Lagoon is drained of all water.The lagoon will be closed for swimming from 6 June 2012 for up to four weeks. We apologise in advance for any inconvenience this may cause and are sure that you will understand that this temporary closure is necessary to allow us to maintain the very high standards we strive for and that the lagoon's visitors expect. Please note that the Lagoon Parklands will still be fully accessible and that Muddy's playground and the Funship Playground will still be open.
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Attraction type Water Parks; Beaches; Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance 0.5 miles from city centre
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- "Neat spot right in town" 29 May 2012
- "Beautiful" 28 May 2012
- "nice place to relax" 28 May 2012
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Ranked #5 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
14 reviews
Attraction type Other
Distance 0.3 miles from city centre
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- "Great experience" 20 May 2012
- "So Scary" 20 Apr 2012
- "rushed but fun" 20 Mar 2012
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Ranked #6 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
39 reviews
Attraction type Gardens
Distance 2.6 miles from city centre
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- "very nice walk around if you..." 28 May 2012
- "Worth a visit" 26 May 2012
- "Very nice" 24 May 2012
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Ranked #7 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
11 reviews
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- "Exhilarating experience" 21 May 2012
- "Skyrail definately not to be..." 19 May 2012
- "A must do in Cairns!!!!!" 13 May 2012
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Ranked #8 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
9 reviews
Why is this worth doing? Many visitors pass through Cairns without learning much about life in Queensland beyond the tourist sights. The city is modern and built up but it is... more »
Attraction type Tourist/ Visitor Centres
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- "Angels in the air" 24 Apr 2012
- "Come on international touris..." 23 Apr 2012
- "History that lives on" 23 Apr 2012
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Ranked #9 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
11 reviews
Attraction type Tours; Reefs
Distance 2.9 miles from city centre
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- "Great experience" 12 May 2012
- "Very good value for price" 19 Apr 2012
- "Once in a lifetime scenic fl..." 10 Apr 2012
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Ranked #10 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
7 reviews
Owner description:
The Savannahlander is a unique train journey that starts from Cairns, Australia. Using the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway it...
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The Savannahlander is a unique train journey that starts from Cairns, Australia. Using the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway it winds through he rainforest to the village of Kuranda and beyond. For the day tripper Mareeba is the best destination - with a bus connection back to Cairns via Kuranda. For those wanting a train trip through the Australian outback the train continues on to the end of the line at Forsayth. There are side visits to the Chillagoe caves, Cobbold Gorge and the Undara Lava Tubes available.
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Attraction type Scenic Railroads
Distance 2.4 miles from city centre
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- "Wonderment - Simply Wonderme..." 9 Jan 2012
- "Wonder of the world relaxed..." 8 Dec 2011
- "Relax, enjoy and be surprise..." 23 Nov 2011
Ranked #11 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
23 reviews
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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- "Tranquil place to visit" 24 May 2012
- "Good" 2 May 2012
- "Do it on your own" 29 Apr 2012
Ranked #12 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
18 reviews
Attraction type Beaches
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- "Nice water and wave.," 27 May 2012
- "a little piece of paradi..." 25 May 2012
- "pretty but worth driving pas..." 22 May 2012
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Ranked #13 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
33 reviews
Attraction type Farms
Distance 32.0 miles from city centre
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- "great experience" 7 May 2012
- "Great Attraction" 5 May 2012
- "Yummy chocolates and great c..." 23 Apr 2012
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Ranked #14 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
31 reviews
Attraction type Bodies of Water; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance 0.0 miles from city centre
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- "Great gardens" 4 Apr 2012
- "Good once found" 31 Mar 2012
- "lakes by bike" 28 Mar 2012
Ranked #15 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
6 reviews
Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 3.2 miles from city centre
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- "Great Golf" 13 Mar 2012
- "Great course" 2 Mar 2012
- "Nice course" 19 Dec 2011
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Ranked #16 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
27 reviews
Owner description:
Trinity Inlet is a unique wilderness area only a short distance from Cairns. Discover the maze of waterways and mangroves,...
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Trinity Inlet is a unique wilderness area only a short distance from Cairns. Discover the maze of waterways and mangroves, home to wild crocodiles, over 70 species of fish and an array of birdlife. Get up close and personal with crocodiles via our exclusive access to the Cairns Crocodile Farm. Crocodile Explorer departs from Cairns daily at 9.30am & 1.30pm from the Reef Fleet Terminal.
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Attraction type Bodies of Water
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- "Was OK not many Crocs tha..." 17 May 2012
- "Can see little crocodiles" 2 May 2012
- "Sunset Dinner Cruise" 20 Apr 2012
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Ranked #17 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
21 reviews
Attraction type Golf Courses
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- "Amazing scenery and atmosphe..." 23 May 2012
- "Amazing" 23 May 2012
- "Great restaurant in a first..." 25 Jan 2012
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Ranked #18 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
72 reviews
Cairns Wildlife Dome is an all-weather wildlife exhibit enclosed by a 20 metre high glass dome on top of Cairns' iconic Reef Hotel Casino. You’ll be immersed in a replicated... more »
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance 0.2 miles from city centre
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- "The birds...." 1 May 2012
- "Ok for a diversion" 28 Apr 2012
- "Koala cuddling allowed!" 24 Apr 2012
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Ranked #19 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
64 reviews
Attraction type Bar/ Clubs; Casinos
Distance 0.3 miles from city centre
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- "Always good when you win" 29 May 2012
- "Small but fun" 24 May 2012
- "SAM POWERS Magic Show = Poor..." 24 May 2012
Ranked #20 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
4 reviews
Attraction type Theatres
Distance 0.6 miles from city centre
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- "Great gallery" 22 Apr 2012
- "Just what was needed" 3 Apr 2012
- "Fantastic contemporary plays..." 26 Dec 2011
Ranked #21 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
2 reviews
Attraction type Spas
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- "Amazing Experience" 26 Dec 2011
- "Spoil your self with one hou..." 15 Dec 2009
Ranked #22 of 23 Attractions in Cairns
6 reviews
Attraction type Lookouts
Distance 0.4 miles from city centre
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- "Lovely morning" 2 Feb 2012
- "Check the brochure" 11 Dec 2011
- "Just do it, it's worth every..." 29 Nov 2011
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