Cairns, Australia Travel Guide

Cairns City

Scenic spot introduction:

Cairns, Australia, known as the "tropical capital", is Australia's most popular seaside tourist destination and the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, the holy land for diving. This spring-like city is surrounded by tropical rainforests and has the world's largest living coral reef landscape stretching for more than 2,000 kilometers, charming coastline, gem-like islands, silver beaches and blue oceans. Here, you can dive into the sea, hike to the mountains, ride horses and fish, etc. It feels like a paradise in the world. Cairns is also a prosperous city with convenient transportation, large shopping malls, and high-quality hotels and restaurants. It is one of the main international gateways to and from Australia.

Attractions distribution:

Cairns is located in northern North Queensland, Australia, about 2,000 kilometers north of Brisbane. The Great Barrier Reef, Cairns Foreshore Trail, Green Island, Paronilla Park, Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, Artificial Lagoon, Atherton Plateau, Kangaroo Valley, Port Douglas and other attractions are must-see places for tourists. After enjoying the spectacular scenery and experiencing diving, you can also go to the Cairns Night Market to taste the most delicious food.

Scenic spot features:

Leisure, sightseeing, vacation, sea watching, diving, parks, museums, seaside, beaches, islands, flora and fauna

Transportation

Scenic spot location:

Oceania>Australia>Cairns City

How to get there:

1. Aircraft: Cairns International Airport provides flights to major cities and tourist destinations in Australia, as well as flights to the Asia-Pacific region. There are direct flights from Sydney to Cairns, operated by airlines such as Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Blue. Tickets are limited and it is recommended to book one month in advance. The journey from Cairns Airport to the city center is only 8 to 10 minutes. You can take the Airport Shuttle Bus to downtown Cairns.

2. Train: Cairns Railway Station, there are The Sunlander and The Queenslander from Cairns to Brisbane. It takes about 10 minutes to walk from the train station to Cairns City Plaza.

3. Passenger buses: Long-distance buses in Cairns all stop at Trinity Wharf Bus Terminal and are sent to Port Douglas and other places. Next door is the marina for yachts, and it's only a 5-minute walk to the Marina Square.

Scenic area map:

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Tickets

Cairns ticket prices:

Chapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park: Adults are A$36 during the day, Oton is A$18, and family packages are A$90; adults are A$99 at night, children are A$49.50, and family packages are A$247.50.

Scenic area opening hours:

Chapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park: 09:00-17:00 during the day, 19:00-22:00 at night

Paronilla Park: 09:00-19:30

Travel Tips

travelling guideline:

If you want to go to Cairns, the best time is from December to February of the following year. This is the height of summer in the Southern Hemisphere, and the warm sunshine will make you want to put on your swimsuit and embrace the sea. Cairns is neither dry nor humid in summer. The strong sunshine and suitable air humidity will give you a comfortable feeling. In such a soothing environment, you can take advantage of the good weather to try the various water sports that this place is famous for. Whether it is diving, sea fishing, beach sports, or simply sunbathing, it will be an unforgettable experience for you. If you don’t want to play sports, it would be wonderful to throw yourself into the tropical rainforest in the hinterland of Cairns to see Australia’s famous wildlife.

Best time to visit:

December to February of the following year

Shopping recommendations:

Opals, diamonds, wine, jewelry made of Bloom pearls, indigenous handicrafts, sheepskin products, wooden carvings, dried wild flowers, etc.

Barramundi, mud crab, crocodile meat, mango, macadamia nuts.

The main shopping areas are located on Lake Street and Abbott Street. The Pier Marketp1ace and Trinity Wharf Shopping Complex are famous for their leisure and retail products and weekend markets. Orchid Plaza and The Conservatory Shopping Village have a large number of specialty stores for tourists to choose from. The Earlville Shopping Town on Mulgrave Road houses the David Jones department store and many specialty stores. Westcourt Plaza and Smithfield Shopping Center are the most well-known shopping and dining venues.