Things to do in Cairns

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Tours & day trips

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Ocean Free 25 guest Great Barrier Reef & visit Green Island Tour

Ocean Free 25 guest Great Barrier Reef & visit Green Island Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 20 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$320 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Daintree, Mossman Gorge & Cape Tribulation Premium Day Tour

Daintree, Mossman Gorge & Cape Tribulation Premium Day Tour

Activity duration is 12 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$316 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$453 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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Private & custom tours

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Private Half Day Tour: World Heritage Rainforest & Waterfall

Private Half Day Tour: World Heritage Rainforest & Waterfall

Activity duration is 5 hours
Price is NZ$1,342 per traveller*
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Popular places to visit

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

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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