What to do in Northern Beaches
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Tours & day trips
See all 168 activitiesOpens in new tabOcean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
History & culture
See all 41 activitiesOpens in new tabFrom Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling Trip with Lunch
Food, drink & nightlife
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Adventure & outdoor
See all 25 activitiesOpens in new tabCape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness Tour with River Cruise (TCT)
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
See all 15 activitiesOpens in new tabHot Air Ballooning Tour from Northern Beaches near Cairns
Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
Palm Cove Beach
Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.
Esplanade Lagoon
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.
Cairns Night Markets
During your trip to Cairns, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
Step back in time into the ancient rainforest of North Queensland, pole feed a crocodile and be dazzled by tropical wildlife at this animal sanctuary.
Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.
Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
Meet the animals who live at Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Explore areas of Northern Beaches
Palm Cove
Relax on sandy beaches and swim in turquoise waters at a resort town between the Great Barrier Reef and the rain forests of tropical Far North Queensland.
Trinity Beach
Unwind on this tranquil stretch of golden beach, relax under the shade of swaying palm trees and explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure.
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.
Kewarra Beach
Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Smithfield Conservation Park while you're exploring the area.
Smithfield
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Smithfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Skyrail Rainforest Cableway or Smithfield Shopping Centre.