Stratford
Cairns
Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea.
Palm Cove Beach
Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.
Esplanade Lagoon
Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.
Cairns Night Markets
During your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station
Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car.
Things to do
Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise
Wavedancer Low Isles Cruise on Luxury Sailing Catamaran
Ocean Free 25 guest Great Barrier Reef & visit Green Island Tour
Silverswift Dive & Snorkel Cruise
Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Stratford
Hilton Cairns
Excellent Hotel and food. Courteous and helpful staff. Comfortable bed and room very clean.
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Breakfast buffet was great, location top notch. Lounge drinks and good were excellent and the staff were extremely accommodating. Property needs updating, which according to management will happen section by section. Horizon Club rooms are worth it.
Reviewed on 24 Dec, 2025
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Good hotel
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025
Crystalbrook Flynn
It was great
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
Crystalbrook Riley
Great place to stay.
Reviewed on 16 Dec, 2025
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Did not have breakfast. Service at the bar was excellent.
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Stratford
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
Barron
Barron might not have many top sights, but Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Cairns Botanic Gardens or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
Machans Beach
Though Machans Beach may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum.
Holloways Beach
Beaches, restaurants and gardens are just a few things travellers enjoy about Holloways Beach. Check out Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring the area.
Cairns North
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area.
