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Cairns (/ ˈ k ɛər n z / ⓘ; Yidiny: Gimuy) is a city in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia, [2] on the tropical north east coast of Far North Queensland.In the 2021 census, Cairns had a population of 153,181 people. [1]The city was founded in 1876 and named after Sir William Wellington Cairns, following the discovery of gold in the Hodgkinson River. [3]
Guide to Cairns. The gateway to Queensland's tropical north, Cairns is a laid-back city best enjoyed outdoors. The region of Cairns is home to the iconic Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics World Heritage Rainforest, but the city of Cairns itself is also a must-visit. You'll find brilliant cafés, bustling markets and plenty of beaches nearby.
If you’re looking for a free activity in Cairns, set your sights on the 38-hectare tropical Cairns Botanic Gardens, five minutes from the Cairns CBD.. Established in 1886, the tropical plants here are as well established as they are rare. Seriously, the gardens are home to one of only two Amorphophallus Titanums found in Australia.
Choose to cruise above the rainforest canopy on Skyrail, meet unique wildlife at Rainforestation, Kuranda Koala Gardens, or Cairns Aquarium, or visit the new Munro Martin Park and Cairns Performing Arts Precinct in the CBD. Connect with culture through the local Indigenous people who have lived on the land for over 40,000 years.
Over a million visitors are drawn to Cairns each year, eager to experience the unparalleled beauty of Australia’s most iconic natural wonders—the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. These world-renowned attractions offer a breathtaking blend of vibrant marine life and ancient rainforest ecosystems, making Cairns the ultimate destination for nature lovers and adventurers.
2. Cairns Aquarium. 2,152. Aquariums. Admission tickets from $40. Set in the heart of Cairns, the Cairns Aquarium provides a world-class venue for seeing and interacting with the incredible animals and eco-systems found only in Australia’s Tropical North Queensland…. See ways to experience (6) 2024. 3.
90,461. Cairns, Australia. Cairns is best known as a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, and there’s good reason: Divers and adventure seekers can spend their days exploring the reef, dipping in lagoons, and sprawling out on the beach. After, though, there’s even more to discover in town, from cafes and markets to nightlife (think ...
In May, Cairns plays host to the world’s most-watched mountain bike event, Crankworx. Raucous crowds gather at Smithfield Mountain Bike Park to watch daredevil racers compete in downhill, dual ...
Jewel of the north: your ultimate Cairns guide. Guide. By Sarah Bristow. Welcome to Cairns, a treasure trove of natural wonders. The gateway to a collection of the country’s most popular sites, from the Great Barrier Reef to the Wet Tropics Rainforest, the city’s ample offerings have proved it worthy of far more than just a stopover in ...
May 27, 2024 · Cairns, Australia is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree National Park. You can also add on visits to Fitzroy Island, the Aboriginal town of Kuranda, the Green Island, and even go skydiving. In this guide, we lay out a sample 5 day Cairns itinerary, with suggestions to shorten or lengthen it, depending on your interests and how ...
