Visit Clifton Beach
Popular places to visit
Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.
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.
Things to do
Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: ,Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1)
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour
Hollywood to Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes Tour
Ocean Spirit Sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef
Rainforestation Nature Park & Kuranda Scenic Railway Tour (R1BT)
Top hotels in Clifton Beach
Agincourt Beachfront Apartments
Wonderful everything Beautiful Balcony and Well setted pool
Reviewed on 16 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 Clifton Beach
Kewarra Beach
Unique features of Kewarra Beach include the beaches and golf courses. Make a stop by Kewarra Beach or Kuranda National Park while you're exploring the area.
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Kuranda National Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Ellis Beach
Ellis Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Macalister Range National Park and Wet Tropics of Queensland.
Trinity Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Trinity Park and surrounding area, you can visit Half Moon Bay Golf Course and Moon River Beach.
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.
