Brinsmead Travel Guide
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.
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.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
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 Station
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Things to do
Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: ,Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1)
Hollywood to Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes Tour
Fitzroy Island Day Trip 11am to 5pm Ferry INC Snorkel Equipment
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns
Top hotels in Brinsmead
Tasman Holiday Parks-Cairns Cool Waters
Cabin was the cleanest and not dated. Park facilities were excellent. Friendly staff. Would r highly recommend
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Dining options were great and the food was delicious. Clean room. The pool was wonderful great to lounge in after a day of sight seeing.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Great location. Free parking. Modern facilities. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hilton Cairns
The location was the best ever.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
We loved the view from our balcony and the easy convenient walk to all of the seaside restaurants. The staff were amazing and helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
Fantastic location along the warf/water front. Super Friendly staff. Neat and tidy hotel. Super Nice rooms, although a bit small. Wonderful views. Overall fantastic hotel. Only negative is food and beverage service stops early at the hotel restaurant but there are tons of other locations close by ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Brinsmead
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.
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.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Manunda
Shopping, gardens and spas are some highlights of Manunda. You might stop by Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're in the area.
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.
