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
9.8 out of 10 with 48 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$277 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Activity duration is 6 hours
8.6 out of 10 with 164 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$119 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$283 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package

Activity duration is 9 hours
7.6 out of 10 with 23 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$432 per adult
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Attractions

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Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$22 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