Top 6 things to do in Cairns
From the Great Barrier Reef to Flecker Botanic Gardens, Cairns offers a range of activities for travellers of all tastes. Scroll through the above gallery to discover 6 of the best.
1. Great Barrier Reef
Visible from outer space, the Great Barrier Reef is a 2,300km-long ecosystem comprising of thousands of reefs and hundreds of island made up of hard and soft coral.
2. Cairns Esplanade Boardwalk & Lagoon
The spectacular swimming lagoon on the city’s reclaimed foreshore is lifeguard patrolled and illuminated nightly with a beautiful 3km foreshore boardwalk sitting adjacent.
3. Flecker Botanic Gardens
A birdwatcher’s delight and a botanist’s dream, Flecker Botanic Gardens provides you with a great way to get back to nature with free guided walks around these gardens available.
4. Salt House
Located just by the yacht club, Salt House is one of Cairn’s coolest and classiest bars with a restaurant that service up excellent, modern Australian fare all will enjoy.
5. Night Markets
A must-visit for any foodie who finds themselves at the Top End, the Cairns Night Markets provide a great option as well as a busy, Asian-style food court for all to enjoy. Delicious!
6. Kuranda Scenic Railway
An action-packed day trip from Cairns, Kuranda Scenic Railway offers a scenic helicopter tour and a great way to experience some of the beauty and splendour of the Top End!
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