Things to do in Cairns

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Tours & day trips

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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
9.2 out of 10 with 37 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$239 per traveller
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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 41 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$110 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Cairns: Daintree Rainforest Wildlife Experience Cruise

Cairns: Daintree Rainforest Wildlife Experience Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour
6.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$40 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$560 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$23 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

4/5(1,110 reviews)

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

4/5(130 reviews)

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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