The Cairns Lagoon is located in the centre of town along the Cairns Esplanade, boasting pristine views of the surrounding tropical coastline. Completely free of charge and offering ample space for the whole family, the Cairns Lagoon is the perfect place to cool off from the balmy humidity at any time of the year!

How many days do you need in the Daintree Rainforest? Many travelers visit the Daintree as a day trip from Cairns, but 2 days or more is even better!

Your trip to the reef begins with finding a place to park your car for the day. There are a number of private and public car parks close to The Reef Fleet Terminal; Southern Esplanade (The Lagoon), Shangri-La Parking, The Hilton, Trinity Wharf Parking and a few spots you might not have heard of. We have outlined all the best spots and locations so you can enjoy your day at the reef and all that it has to offer, without the worries of finding a park and missing your boat.

Yes, you read that correctly, free parking is available in Cairns; after 6pm on weekdays, after 2pm on Saturdays and all of Sunday. There are some locations outside of these times that offer free parking. Cairns CBD parking signs can be confusing, so we have broken it down to help you find free parking in Cairns! And here are a few tricks to park for free in Cairns that you might not have heard of.

Tropical Far North Queensland may be home to some of the deadliest animals in the world, yet swimming in Cairns can still be safe — given that you exercise all of the relevant safety measurements. Always wear a stinger suit, swim in netted and patrolled beaches between the red and yellow flags, and stay croc-wise! 

For those who have never dived into the Great Barrier Reef, it’s whereabouts can be a little confusing. As a huge and delightful 2,300 kilometre long formation consisting of clusters of 2900 reefs, 900 islands and numerable sand cays, the reef is located between 15 kilometres and 150 kilometres offshore, depending on the land points.

Hoping to see kangaroos and wallabies near Cairns? Luckily, Queensland is crawling with these marsupials, even as far north as Cairns! Here are some tips for spotting kangaroos and wallabies in and around Cairns. 

Wondering, "How much is the Daintree Ferry?", this article will explore costs, travel times, and other logistics for the Daintree Ferry. This river crossing is the only way to access the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest, so it's important to plan your trip accordingly!

Are you looking to put your feet up or dive into the ocean? Are making memories for your family the main focus of your trip? Or are you looking for a party? Whichever way your travel style leads you, we’ve broken it down between these charming coastal QLD towns!

Cairns is a top destination for anyone coming to Australia. It is considered to be the key to the Great Barrier Reef and boasts a huge array of day trips and overnight trips that venture to the Great Barrier Reef and beyond. It has a humid, tropical climate that requires visitors to dress in light clothing and lather up sunscreen, not to mention the need to stay hydrated!