Aeroglen Travel Guide

Cairns

Popular places to visit

Cairns Esplanade showing a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming

Cairns Esplanade

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.

Cairns Esplanade
Palm Cove Beach

Palm Cove Beach

4.5/5(39 reviews)

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.

Palm Cove Beach
Cairns Marlin Marina

Cairns Marlin Marina

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

Cairns Marlin Marina
Esplanade Lagoon which includes a hotel and a coastal town

Esplanade Lagoon

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

Esplanade Lagoon
Cairns Night Markets

Cairns Night Markets

4/5(18 reviews)

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.

Cairns Night Markets
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway featuring rainforest and forest scenes

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

4.5/5(67 reviews)

Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

Things to do

Full Day Tour to Sunlover Cruises Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island

Full Day Tour to Sunlover Cruises Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island

Rp3.088.560
per adult
Full Day Tour to Sunlover Cruises Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island
Reef and Rainforest 60 minute Scenic Flight

Reef and Rainforest 60 minute Scenic Flight

Rp7.799.923
per adult
Reef and Rainforest 60 minute Scenic Flight
Reef Rainforest Fusion - 45 Minute Reef and Rainforest Flight

Reef Rainforest Fusion - 45 Minute Reef and Rainforest Flight

Rp6.020.075
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reef Rainforest Fusion - 45 Minute Reef and Rainforest Flight
Zoom Around Cairns - 10 min City Scenic Flight

Zoom Around Cairns - 10 minute City Scenic Flight

Rp1.832.197
per adult
Zoom Around Cairns - 10 minute City Scenic Flight
Helicopter sightseeing tour over the Cairn's Reef and Rainforest

The Reef Spectacular - 60 minute reef scenic flight

Rp7.799.923
per adult
The Reef Spectacular - 60 minute reef scenic flight
Inner Reef Explorer - 30 min Reef Scenic Private Flight

Inner Reef Explorer - 30 minute Reef Scenic Flight

Rp4.344.923
per adult
Inner Reef Explorer - 30 minute Reef Scenic Flight
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Top hotels in Aeroglen

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is Rp3.068.129 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
Rp3.068.129
per night
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was excellent including the front desk and the breakfast staff who made our stay very enjoyable even though it was very busy throughout our stay. The room and property were clean and inviting. Thanks for a great time."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.416.288 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
Rp1.416.288
per night
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"This is a fantastic value property. If you have kids and have a tight budget you will love staying here! Rooms have been renovated & modernised."

Reviewed on 11 Sep 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is Rp1.851.863 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
Rp1.851.863
per night
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Reception staff were excellent..cheerful and friendly.."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is Rp2.805.854 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp2.805.854
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (966 reviews)
"Such a beautiful hotel - we loved the open, airy spaces. Perfect location."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

Crystalbrook Flynn
Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

5 out of 5
131-141 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is Rp3.518.451 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp3.518.451
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The property facilities are nice and well maintained, and walking distance to the great barrier reef experiences. The staff were helpful enough. My main complaint was the limited rooming options for double room adults (i.e. only twin beds vs. double or queen)"

Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025

Crystalbrook Riley
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

5 out of 5
Pierpoint Road, Cairns, QLD
The price is Rp3.285.372 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp3.285.372
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff and room"

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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Other neighbourhoods around Aeroglen

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Whitfield

While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.

Whitfield
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Edge Hill

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Mount Whitfield Conservation Park.

Edge Hill
Cairns Esplanade featuring a luxury hotel or resort, swimming and a pool

Cairns North

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.

Cairns North
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Machans Beach

Though Machans Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum.

Machans Beach
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Manunda

Shopping, gardens and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland or Cairns Performing Arts Centre while you're in the area.

Manunda
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Barron

Barron might not have many top sights, but Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barron

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