Things to do in Cairns

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Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 46 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$243 per traveller
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History & culture

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Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours and 45 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$242 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Cairns: Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island Boat Tour

Cairns: Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island Boat Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$342 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
7.8 out of 10 with 24 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$457 per adult
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Attractions

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Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$45 per adult
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Popular places to visit

One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

4/5(1,110 reviews)

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, 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, Queensland: Aerial Photo of Iconic Architecture, Urban Landscape, Waterfront, and City Infrastructure in Tropical North Queensland, Australia

Cairns Convention Centre

4/5(130 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. 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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