Docking at Cairns during your cruise voyage along Australia’s East Coast and seeking activities to engage in? You’re in luck!
Whether it’s exploring the nearby islands and the outer reef, taking to the skies for an aerial escapade, or delving into the wild for crocodile encounters and river rafting, discovering thrilling pursuits suitable for families, couples, solo adventurers, and seniors is an effortless endeavour!
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Dundee’s Restaurant On The Waterfront
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Salt House
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Wolf Lane Distillery
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Arte by Crystalbrook
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Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook
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CC’s Bar and Grill by Crystalbrook
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Flynn’s Italian by Crystalbrook
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Paper Crane by Crystalbrook
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Rocco by Crystalbrook
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Cruise ship holidays: how to spend your day in Cairns
Heading to Cairns on a cruise ship? Whether you want to head out to explore the Great Barrier Reef or Wet Tropics Rainforest on an excursion, or simply want to relax and explore the city, here’s how to spend your day in Cairns.

This is what a day on the reef looks like
Ready to dive in? Pack your swimmers, hat and sunscreen. Quicksilver Cruises has you covered with all the rest.

8 Free ideas for family fun in Cairns
Outdoor loving families will have a tonne of fun in Tropical North Queensland and the best part about holidaying in the tropics is that you don’t have to spend a lot of money to enjoy yourself. Here are our top 8 free things to do as a family in TNQ.

50 must-do day trips from Cairns
While Cairns itself is known for its laid back city vibes and stunning esplanade, the Great Barrier Reef, rainforest, waterfalls and quirky townships are just a stone’s throw away. Grab a pen and paper and add these day trips from Cairns to your holiday bucket list.

25 Fun facts about the Great Barrier Reef
As you’d expect from one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Great Barrier Reef is home to some weird, wonderful and just plain loveable creatures. Here’s 25 fun Great Barrier Reef facts about a marine world larger than Italy.

Bars & breweries to check out in Cairns CBD
A big part of travelling is finding the perfect spot to have a cold drink at the end of a day adventuring. Here’s where to quench your thirst in Cairns, whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur, beer buff, gin junkie or simply love a glass of wine with a view.

Mudcrab to mangoes: your guide to eating local in Cairns
From earthy bush tucker and exotic fruits to ocean-caught seafood and a biodynamic dairy farm, Tropical North Queensland offers up a menu with a unique ingredients list.

10 Instagram locations near Cairns
With endless picturesque places on the doorstep, you’re spoilt for choice as soon as you touch down in the tropics. Send your holiday posts to the top of the feed with these Instagram locations near Cairns.