Things to do in Cairns

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Tours & day trips

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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 52 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$282 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Cairns: Outer and Coral Cay Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Cairns: Outer and Coral Cay Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Activity duration is 9 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$289 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day

Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 40 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$117 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Reef Magic Experience & Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight

Reef Magic Experience & Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$549 per adult*
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Attractions

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Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours and 20 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 13 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$140 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

During your visit to Cairns, 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.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

Cairns Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Cairns Convention Centre

Cairns sightseeing tours & attractions

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