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Food & Wine
Cairns is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Queensland.
There is so much incredible food and wine produced in Tropical North Queensland, there’s no better place to experience it than Cairns. There are plenty of bars, cafes, and restaurants to enjoy. Both walking distance and in the city
Short walk to Edge Hill Village is the local's favourite restaurant NOA, open B/fast, lunch, dinner everyday. great cocktails, live music and delicious menu. Happy hour 4-6 daily
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NOA Eat Drink Share
1 Pyne StShort walk to Edge Hill Village is the local's favourite restaurant NOA, open B/fast, lunch, dinner everyday. great cocktails, live music and delicious menu. Happy hour 4-6 daily
Walk across the road to the roundabout for freshly baked pastries, coffee and so much more at Woodward St Bakery and cafe. Open Tuesday - Sunday 7am - 2pm
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Woodward St Bakery
216 Woodward StWalk across the road to the roundabout for freshly baked pastries, coffee and so much more at Woodward St Bakery and cafe. Open Tuesday - Sunday 7am - 2pm
take a short walk, or drive up the road to the heart of Edge Hill, for an authentic japanese dining experience at Haruka, fully licensed open Mon-Fri lunch dinner, dinner Saturday. This intimate restaurant is a must for lovers of Japanese cuisine
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Haruka Japanese Cuisine
124-126 Collins Avetake a short walk, or drive up the road to the heart of Edge Hill, for an authentic japanese dining experience at Haruka, fully licensed open Mon-Fri lunch dinner, dinner Saturday. This intimate restaurant is a must for lovers of Japanese cuisine
Ochre Restaurant, waterfront dining at harbour lights boardwalk. With a dedication to local produce and experience like no other in crafting native foraged ingredients into modern exciting cuisine, Ochre Restaurant offers a range of exquisite dishes, specialising in sustainable Australian regional produce. The menu changes seasonally and is unique in its use of Australian native foods and regional produce.
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Ochre Restaurant
1 Marlin ParadeOchre Restaurant, waterfront dining at harbour lights boardwalk. With a dedication to local produce and experience like no other in crafting native foraged ingredients into modern exciting cuisine, Ochre Restaurant offers a range of exquisite dishes, specialising in sustainable Australian regional produce. The menu changes seasonally and is unique in its use of Australian native foods and regional produce.
Prawn Star has a fleet of 4 boats on the Cairns Marina, that act as floating restaurants The share tables always prove popular with travellers as it’s a great place to meet new people and share stories. Serving fresh seafood sourced locally and from Australian waters only.
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Prawn Star
Prawn Star has a fleet of 4 boats on the Cairns Marina, that act as floating restaurants The share tables always prove popular with travellers as it’s a great place to meet new people and share stories. Serving fresh seafood sourced locally and from Australian waters only.
Funky cafe in the heart of inner north Cairns, serving coffee, breakfast, lunch and good vibes.
Hosting private functions, garden yoga and special events including house concerts in the magical garden courtyard.
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Brother Jenkins
177 Martyn StFunky cafe in the heart of inner north Cairns, serving coffee, breakfast, lunch and good vibes.
Hosting private functions, garden yoga and special events including house concerts in the magical garden courtyard.
Mama coco's menu is eclectic and seasonal – designed with clean and tasty flavours in mind.
Breakfast and lunch include fresh baked pastries, salads with a twist, fresh juice and so much more
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Mama Coco
196 Mulgrave RdMama coco's menu is eclectic and seasonal – designed with clean and tasty flavours in mind.
Breakfast and lunch include fresh baked pastries, salads with a twist, fresh juice and so much more
The three Crystalbrook Collection
hotels – all five-star properties, with the
playful names Riley, Flynn and Bailey –
are within 10 minutes’ walk of each other
in the Cairns CBD.
From modern Asian Fusion Restaurants, exquisite rooftop cocktail bar, steak house,,,, explore our range of top rated Cairns food and drink venues at these hotels
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Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort
141 EsplanadeThe three Crystalbrook Collection
hotels – all five-star properties, with the
playful names Riley, Flynn and Bailey –
are within 10 minutes’ walk of each other
in the Cairns CBD.
From modern Asian Fusion Restaurants, exquisite rooftop cocktail bar, steak house,,,, explore our range of top rated Cairns food and drink venues at these hotels
Nightlife
After a day of snorkelling, hiking and sightseeing around Tropical North Queensland, be sure to spend an evening exploring Cairns‘ nightlife.
Whether you want to dine in style or dance the night away, there’s plenty to keep you occupied once the sun goes down.
Be sure to check the full guide to 'What's On' at Tanks Arts Centre. Situated in the neighbouring bontanic gardens Edge Hill. They host nationally and internationally famous creative artists and singers. As well as a range of arts and cultural events and activities. The acoustics of the venue make any concert intimate and it's a favourite live music venue
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Tanks Arts Centre
46 Collins AveBe sure to check the full guide to 'What's On' at Tanks Arts Centre. Situated in the neighbouring bontanic gardens Edge Hill. They host nationally and internationally famous creative artists and singers. As well as a range of arts and cultural events and activities. The acoustics of the venue make any concert intimate and it's a favourite live music venue
Three Wolves is a cosy, small bar tucked down a red brick laneway in the heart of the Cairns. Offering whisky, craft beers, wine and tapas
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Three Wolves
32 Abbott StThree Wolves is a cosy, small bar tucked down a red brick laneway in the heart of the Cairns. Offering whisky, craft beers, wine and tapas
Gilligan’s houses Cairns biggest nightclub, it's known for being the epicentre of FNQ backpacker party scene.
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Gilligan's
89 Grafton StGilligan’s houses Cairns biggest nightclub, it's known for being the epicentre of FNQ backpacker party scene.
Perched on the point of Cairns Marina, Salt house is a stunning waterfront venue offering panorama views of the lush mountains, coral sea, city and Trinity inlet. A unique dining, bar and entertainment venue, this popular place is surrounded by the natural beauty of Tropical North Queensland
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Salt House
2 Pier Point Rd
Perched on the point of Cairns Marina, Salt house is a stunning waterfront venue offering panorama views of the lush mountains, coral sea, city and Trinity inlet. A unique dining, bar and entertainment venue, this popular place is surrounded by the natural beauty of Tropical North Queensland
Things to do locally & Cairns City
Feel like an easy day of sightseeing?There are so many things to do within walking and cycling distance, or a short drive away in our local Whitfield/Edge Hill area and Cairns City
Located in the CBD, on the foreshore of the Trinity Harbour front, Cairns Lagoon has sandy shores and timber decking surrounding the 4800 square meter salt water swimming pool. It's Patrolled daily by Life Guards.
Lush park grounds with huge Banyan Trees surround the lagoon, dotted along the boardwalk are free BBQ facilities, cleaned daily, making it a perfect picnic spot.
There are many public artworks around the Lagoon as well as
live entertainment every weekend showcasing local musicians.
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Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
54 EsplanadeLocated in the CBD, on the foreshore of the Trinity Harbour front, Cairns Lagoon has sandy shores and timber decking surrounding the 4800 square meter salt water swimming pool. It's Patrolled daily by Life Guards.
Lush park grounds with huge Banyan Trees surround the lagoon, dotted along the boardwalk are free BBQ facilities, cleaned daily, making it a perfect picnic spot.
There are many public artworks around the Lagoon as well as
live entertainment every weekend showcasing local musicians.
The Cairns Botanic Gardens is a tropical paradise. Admission is free to explore the beauty of tropical plants and relax in stunning surroundings. Offering plenty of shade for the hot Cairns days and easy walking tracks
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Jardín Botánico de Cairns
78-96 Collins AveThe Cairns Botanic Gardens is a tropical paradise. Admission is free to explore the beauty of tropical plants and relax in stunning surroundings. Offering plenty of shade for the hot Cairns days and easy walking tracks
Stunning parkland opposite Botanic gardens follow the interconnecting winding pathways along the Lakes, enjoy the local wildlife - turtles, ducks and much more. Look out for the Chinese Friendship Garden and Centenary Lakes nature play- where kids of all ages will enjoy this unique playground with a difference
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Centenary Lakes Nature Play Space
Greenslopes StreetStunning parkland opposite Botanic gardens follow the interconnecting winding pathways along the Lakes, enjoy the local wildlife - turtles, ducks and much more. Look out for the Chinese Friendship Garden and Centenary Lakes nature play- where kids of all ages will enjoy this unique playground with a difference
Behind the Botanic Gardens on Collins Ave is Mount Whitfield Conservation Park, here you will find The Red and Blue Arrow Walking Trails. . The Red Arrow loop trail (1.5Km return) is the most popular walking track, enjoy the rainforest whilst ascending up to the lookout , with views over the city and out to Green Island. A short link trail a further 50 metres up is where the Blue Arrow loop trail (4.5Km return) starts. The Blue Arrow trail takes you through mainly rainforest to an elevation of 300m. About half way around, a short side track will take you to a lookout on the summit of Mt Lumley Hill where you get views along the coast to the north of Cairns.
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Red Arrow Circuit Lookout
46-62 Collins AveBehind the Botanic Gardens on Collins Ave is Mount Whitfield Conservation Park, here you will find The Red and Blue Arrow Walking Trails. . The Red Arrow loop trail (1.5Km return) is the most popular walking track, enjoy the rainforest whilst ascending up to the lookout , with views over the city and out to Green Island. A short link trail a further 50 metres up is where the Blue Arrow loop trail (4.5Km return) starts. The Blue Arrow trail takes you through mainly rainforest to an elevation of 300m. About half way around, a short side track will take you to a lookout on the summit of Mt Lumley Hill where you get views along the coast to the north of Cairns.
Rusty's Markets a popular Cairns icon in the heart of the CBD. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday- a mix of locals and tourists flock to the markets in search of the freshest locally grown and harvested seasonal produce. Rusty’s also offers everything from hand made soap, fresh flowers and plants to clothing, gems and bric a brac. Local musicians add to the buzzy atmosphere, amongst the food trucks, coffee vans, juice vendors, and so much more. Grab a bite and make a day of Cairns most unique marketplace
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Rusty's Market
89 Grafton StRusty's Markets a popular Cairns icon in the heart of the CBD. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday- a mix of locals and tourists flock to the markets in search of the freshest locally grown and harvested seasonal produce. Rusty’s also offers everything from hand made soap, fresh flowers and plants to clothing, gems and bric a brac. Local musicians add to the buzzy atmosphere, amongst the food trucks, coffee vans, juice vendors, and so much more. Grab a bite and make a day of Cairns most unique marketplace
Day trips & sightseeing
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A trip to Cairns isn't complete unless you explore the largest living organism on Earth!. The Great barrier reef - World Heritage listed and one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the world.
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Great Barrier Reef
A trip to Cairns isn't complete unless you explore the largest living organism on Earth!. The Great barrier reef - World Heritage listed and one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the world.
Fitzroy Island is one of the most unspoilt islands on the Great Barrier Reef. A short boat ride from Cairns Marina makes it a popular destination. Enjoy the stunning ocean vistas, rainforest walks and beach activities.
Day trippers to the island have full access to the resort facilities including a restaurant, bar, cinema, mini market, swim up pool bar & games room
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Fitzroy Island
Fitzroy Island is one of the most unspoilt islands on the Great Barrier Reef. A short boat ride from Cairns Marina makes it a popular destination. Enjoy the stunning ocean vistas, rainforest walks and beach activities.
Day trippers to the island have full access to the resort facilities including a restaurant, bar, cinema, mini market, swim up pool bar & games room
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway takes you on a spectacular journey above the oldest continually surviving rainforest on earth, stop at the barron falls before arriving in Kuranda Village.
Mix it up by returning on Kuranda Scenic Rail. Winding over bridges & through tunnels on this historic journey
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Teleférico del Bosque Tropical Skyrail
6 Skyrail DrSkyrail Rainforest Cableway takes you on a spectacular journey above the oldest continually surviving rainforest on earth, stop at the barron falls before arriving in Kuranda Village.
Mix it up by returning on Kuranda Scenic Rail. Winding over bridges & through tunnels on this historic journey
Explore the sprawling expanse of the Atherton Tablelands, stop along the way for a swim in the crater lakes and stunning waterfalls, visit charming Yungaburra, follow food and wine trails meeting the local producers. Enjoy a day of scenic landscapes, full of sugar cane and banana farms with the stunning backdrop of the lush rainforest mountains.
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Tablelands Regional
Explore the sprawling expanse of the Atherton Tablelands, stop along the way for a swim in the crater lakes and stunning waterfalls, visit charming Yungaburra, follow food and wine trails meeting the local producers. Enjoy a day of scenic landscapes, full of sugar cane and banana farms with the stunning backdrop of the lush rainforest mountains.
Cape Tribulation sits in the heart of the Daintree National Park, this is where two UNESCO World Heritage Sites meet – the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.
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Cape Tribulation
Cape Tribulation sits in the heart of the Daintree National Park, this is where two UNESCO World Heritage Sites meet – the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.
Port Douglas is a scenic 45 mins drive north of Cairns.
Famous for being located between two of the world's most valuable World Heritage listed areas the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, as well as the crystal creeks of Mossman Gorge, and the palm fringed golden sands of Four Mile Beach.
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Port Douglas
Port Douglas is a scenic 45 mins drive north of Cairns.
Famous for being located between two of the world's most valuable World Heritage listed areas the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, as well as the crystal creeks of Mossman Gorge, and the palm fringed golden sands of Four Mile Beach.
Essentials
Conveniently located a few minutes drive away -Piccones shopping village caters for all your local shopping, health and wellbeing needs, with a pharmacy, supermarket, chiropracter, physio, medical centre, Pilates studio, gym, Australia Post, butcher, florist, hairdresser, laundromat, bottleshops, pub, cafes and takeaway food outlets.
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Piccones Village On Pease St
159-161 Pease StConveniently located a few minutes drive away -Piccones shopping village caters for all your local shopping, health and wellbeing needs, with a pharmacy, supermarket, chiropracter, physio, medical centre, Pilates studio, gym, Australia Post, butcher, florist, hairdresser, laundromat, bottleshops, pub, cafes and takeaway food outlets.
The Local village corner store is only a 10 minute walk or short drive down the street. It has all the essentials if you only need a couple of items quickly and don't feel like heading to the IGA or shopping centre.
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Friendly Grocer Edge Hill
87 Woodward StThe Local village corner store is only a 10 minute walk or short drive down the street. It has all the essentials if you only need a couple of items quickly and don't feel like heading to the IGA or shopping centre.
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Bus
There is a bus stop across the road at the roundabout. Please see bus map/ timetable link https://translink.com.au/sites/default/files/assets/timetables/200224-C-130,131,131N.pdf