Your guide to the essential things to do in Cairns, Australia, from reef to rainforest.
Things to do in Cairns – top Cairns must-see attractions
Cairns is Australia's gateway to two of the world's most extraordinary natural wonders - the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest. The places to visit in Cairns, Australia span everything from ancient rainforest rail journeys and underwater marine encounters to breezy esplanade strolls and colourful local markets. You can snorkel above coral gardens at the Great Barrier Reef, glide over the rainforest canopy on Skyrail, or cool off at the free Esplanade Lagoon. Read on to find out which spots deserve a spot on your Cairns itinerary.
