The kids will sleep soundly after frolicking by the seaside at Yorkeys Knob Beach. Search for fish and other marine life, dip a toe in the water or toss a ball around!

You'll find this stretch of coastline in Yorkeys Knob. Once you've seen everything you can at Yorkeys Knob Beach, head to nearby Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens, and Mount Whitfield Conservation Park.

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Coral Tree Inn

Cairns Central Business District

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Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)

8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)

The staff is great there. The place is very cute and homey. The breakfasts are great

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2025

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Palm Cove

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Location and friendliness of reception staff

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The Reef Retreat

Palm Cove

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8.8/10 Excellent! (459 reviews)

Felt like i was deep in the jungle with all the trees and the room was massive.

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2024

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Tours & day trips

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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

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History & culture

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Kuranda Self-Drive Skyrail & Rail Tour

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Cairns: Daintree Rainforest Wildlife Experience Cruise

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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Reef Magic Experience & Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight

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Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket

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Popular places to visit

It was a hot day as we strolled through the wetlands but the sites were amazing! We saw several types of tropical birds and a water snake!

Cattana Wetlands

Enjoy the beautiful coral reefs and explore Cattana Wetlands, a lovely green space in Cairns. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

Cairns Cable Ski

Hit the slopes at Cairns Cable Ski during your trip to Macalister Range. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway showing forests and rainforest

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station

4.5/5(206 reviews)

Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.

Australian Armour and Artillery Museum

Enjoy not just seeing military artifacts from 15 countries but also experiencing global war history, with artillery and vehicles from the 1800s to modern times.

Holloways Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Holloways Beach during your trip to Cairns? Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Holloways Beach Dog Exercise Area

After visiting Holloways Beach Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cairns. Wander the beaches and gardens in this relaxing area.