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Things to do in Cairns

Top 10 things to do

#1
Cairns Aquarium

See over 15,000 marine species in Australia

4.6 (129 reviews)
#2
Frankland Islands Reef Cruises

Frankland Islands Reef Cruises is the only company permitted to visit Normanby Island, with visitors restricted to 100 per day, ensuring an air of exclusivity to your trip. These exclusive day tours include snorkelling, lunch and guided island walks led by marine experts. Certified dive options are available, as well as semi-submersible and glass bottom boat tours, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Crossing to the island takes 30 minutes, the shortest travel time of all Cairns Great Barrier Reef trips.

4.5 (4 reviews)
#3
Kuranda Scenic Rail

The Kuranda Scenic Rail is your passport to the beauty of Barron Gorge National Park's incredible beauty. During your ride on one of Australia's most impressive rail journeys, expect to pass by waterfalls, travel through the shade of an immense canopy, and chug along over lush, green gorges!

4.7 (35 reviews)
#4
Day Trips from Cairns

Unlock the wonders of Cairns on a day trip!

3.8 (12 reviews)
#5
Cairns Cruises

Explore, relax, and unwind in Cairns

4.9 (8 reviews)
#6
Skypark Cairns by AJ Hackett

Located in the rainforest, Skypark Cairns offers a world of adventure, including adrenaline-fuelled activities like Australia's only bungy, Giant Swing, and Cairns' highest viewing platform. You'll find Skypark Cairns just 20 minutes from Cairns city.

5 (1 review)
#7
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Soar over a beautiful rainforest and admire the scenic view

4.1 (11 reviews)
#8
Rainforestation Nature Park

Rainforestation Nature Park is a wildlife reserve and forest park in Kuranda, Far North Queensland. Visitors can see animals native to Australia, learn more about the area's indigenous cultures, and even cuddle a koala.

4.1 (16 reviews)
#9
Agincourt Reefs

Agincourt Reefs are a series of 'ribbon reefs' on the edge of Australia's continental shelf. The reefs are renowned for the variety of brightly coloured fish that gather there. The closest town is Port Douglas, Far North Queensland.

5 (3 reviews)
#10
Green Island

Green Island is one of the 900 islands of the Great Barrier Reef. It is located 27 kilometres off the coast of Cairns, Far North Queensland. The location is a popular stop for snorkelling and diving tours in the reef.

4.4 (7 reviews)