Cape York Peninsula
Travel Guide
Visit Cape York Peninsula
Where to stay in Cape York Peninsula
Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Cairns Central Business District
Cairns Central Business District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Marlin Marina.
Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Trinity Beach and Kewarra Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.
Yorkeys Knob
Yorkeys Knob is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yorkeys Knob Beach and Half Moon Bay Golf Course.
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.
Clifton Beach
Clifton Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Clifton Beach and Palm Cove Beach while in the area.
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
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Very Good
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025
Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Everything was awesome thank you A+A+A+
Reviewed on 25 Nov, 2025
Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas
Rooms were clean and we absolutely loved the swim out rooms
Reviewed on 28 Nov, 2025
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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.
Four Mile Beach
One of the most-photographed stretches of beach in Australia has pristine white sands, waving palm trees, clear blue water and spectacular views across the ocean.
Macrossan Street
During your visit to Port Douglas, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Macrossan Street. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
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.
