Barron Gorge Travel Guide

Cairns

Photo by Brittany Friddell
Photo by Brittany Friddell

Popular places to visit

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

Cairns Esplanade

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

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

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

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

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

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

Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Rp2.703.244
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
Couple snorkeling among abundant coral reefs and marine species at the Green Island Reef in Cairns

Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Rp1.165.791
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience

Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience

Rp3.155.122
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Rp2.240.671
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour

Rp3.101.645
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cairns Kuranda Skyrail and Railway Small group tour
train on bridge in cairns

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

Rp2.235.323
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
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Top hotels in Barron Gorge

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

5 out of 5
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is Rp3.477.729 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp3.477.729
Rp3.825.502 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,011 reviews)
"Amazing property, exceeded our expectations. The staff was friendly and well-trained. Eena went far and above out of her way for us. Highly recommend getting a water view balcony - it was gorgeous and well worth the upgrade!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hilton Cairns
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

4 out of 5
209-217 Esplanade, Cairns North, QLD
The price is Rp1.909.536 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.909.536
Rp2.100.490 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Not Luxury- but good value. Great location
"The hotel is a good value for the money. It isn’t a luxury hotel. It is clean and the beds are great. It is in a great location. The rooms could use some renovation, but overall they are ok. We did notice mold in the heat vent above the shower. One disappointing thing was that the pool and hot tub ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is Rp1.394.015 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp1.394.015
Rp1.533.416 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful resort and Robert at the reception was so helpful ."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

5 out of 5
85 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD
The price is Rp2.849.303 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp2.849.303
Rp3.134.233 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (913 reviews)
"Location was excellent. Close to the marina for trips to the reef. Plenty of dining options close by."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Crystalbrook Flynn
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

4.5 out of 5
122 Lake St, Cairns, QLD
The price is Rp2.766.597 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp2.766.597
Rp3.043.257 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (698 reviews)
"Great buffet breakfast and staff. Great venue close to main esplanade for food and shopping and Marina for snorkelling trips. Only downside pool not heated bit fresh."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

4.5 out of 5
Corner Esplanade And Spence Street, Cairns, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Good size comfortable room.Close to all I need to do in the city."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Barron Gorge

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Kamerunga

While visiting Kamerunga, you might make a stop by sights like Barron Gorge National Park and Kamerunga Conservation Park.

Kamerunga
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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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Smithfield

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Smithfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Smithfield Shopping Centre or Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.

Smithfield
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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
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Aeroglen

If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.

Aeroglen
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Holloways Beach

Beaches, restaurants and gardens are just a few things travellers enjoy about Holloways Beach. Check out Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring the area.

Holloways Beach

Barron Gorge Travel Guide