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The gateway to a collection of the country’s most popular sites, from the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/great-barrier-reef\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef \u003C/a\u003Eto the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/tropical-north-queensland/things-to-see-and-do/wet-tropics-world-heritage-area\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EWet Tropics Rainforest\u003C/a\u003E, the city’s ample offerings have proved it worthy of far more than just a stopover in recent years. New to town? Help is on hand, with our Cairns holiday guide.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhy go\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-411396 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/skyrail-rainforest-walk--691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Cairns Guide\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/skyrail-rainforest-walk--691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/skyrail-rainforest-walk--1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith a specialty in natural beauty, Cairns is a must-visit for nature-lovers. Conveniently located within arm’s reach of some of the country’s more astounding natural wonders, Cairns provides easy access iconic sites like Cape Tribulation and the Daintree. Those who like their days punctuated by activity will find an ally here – more\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/04/24/adventure-packed-things-to-do-near-cairns/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E adventurous offerings are famously abundant\u003C/a\u003E from bungy jumping in the rainforest to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/09/12/5-places-to-go-mountain-biking-in-cairns/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Emountain biking galore\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThough, the beautiful landscape also provides an ideal backdrop for those who prefer their holidays to be leisurely. Pack a good book and seek shade under the palm trees on one of the district’s many sandy beaches, or rest and recharge at one of the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/03/28/island-resorts-cairns-great-barrier-reef/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ebounty of resorts\u003C/a\u003E (complete with spas) that can be found here.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhen to go\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-411369 size-standard-portrait\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/138826-691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"Daintree Rainforest | The Ultimate Cairns Guide\" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis tropical town only boasts two seasons; the wet and the dry. The former runs from November through March, and comes accompanied by high temperatures and lingering humidity. The afternoon storms at this time of year are often a welcome respite from the heat, and won’t put a damper on what you can do while in Cairns – there’s plenty to do up north \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/11/things-to-do-in-cairns-when-it-rains/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ewhile it rains\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt’s also the best time to catch any of the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/05/top-waterfalls-tropical-north-queensland/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eresident waterfalls at their peak\u003C/a\u003E. But be warned that if you visit during this time you’ll be unable to reach \u003Ca href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/01/19/self-drive-cape-york/\"\u003Ethe tip of Cape York\u003C/a\u003E, as roads don’t tend to open till June each year. Regardless of which time you choose to visit, you won’t need to pack a jumper, and the temperatures rarely fall below a warm 20°C.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhat to do\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-411371 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/139677-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Great Barrier Reef | What to do in Cairns Guide\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/139677-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/139677-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/139677-768x512.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/139677-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/139677-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/139677-335x223.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/139677-1050x700.jpg 1050w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/139677-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELet’s face it, you’re likely here to see the bevy of World Heritage-listed sites in the region, and who can blame you when so many reside nearby. The easiest way to tackle the top sites can often be by organised tour – thankfully there are a number of tour companies specialising in showcasing the best that Cairns has to offer, from splashing about in the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/11/18/great-barrier-reef-tours/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E, or exploring the ancient jungle of the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/02/13/world-heritage-wet-tropics-rainforest/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EWet Tropics Rainforest\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can choose instead to explore solo, jumping aboard the historic train which will take you straight to the rainforest village of \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/tropical-north-queensland/places-to-visit/kuranda\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EKuranda\u003C/a\u003E for a day’s venture. \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/06/14/cairns-to-cooktown-itinerary/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EOr take to the wheel\u003C/a\u003E, enjoying the scenic drive north along the Great Barrier Reef drive to greet \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/12/08/daintree-rainforest-road-trip-like-honey-badger/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ECape Tribulation\u003C/a\u003E, where rainforest and reef collide.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBut Cairns isn’t just aesthetically appealing. Get better acquainted with Indigenous culture with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2015/04/22/get-indigenous-tropical-north-queensland/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eone of the array of experiences available up north\u003C/a\u003E; meander the rainforest and learn the knowledge of elders at the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/attraction/daintree-discovery-centre\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EDaintree Discovery Centre\u003C/a\u003E, immerse yourself in traditional aboriginal culture with a small group of friends courtesy of \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/tour/culture-connect-aboriginal-experiences\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ECulture Connect\u003C/a\u003E, or be guided by Kuku Yalanji country locals with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/tour/walkabout-cultural-adventures\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EWalkabout Cultural Adventures\u003C/a\u003E, through the likes of bush food and medicine.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENight owls will be pleased to note that Cairns is still well and truly awake after dusk. After a day’s adventure, shopaholics can enjoy an evening’s browse courtesy of the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2017/10/05/cairns-shopping-and-markets/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eextended retail hours here\u003C/a\u003E. Or instead, enjoy a nightcap at one of the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/06/15/cairns-nightlife-things-to-do-at-night/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Emany bars and pubs\u003C/a\u003E that line the main drag.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhere to eat and drink\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-411397 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/nunu-restaurant-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Nunu's Palm Cove | Cairns Guide\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/nunu-restaurant-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/nunu-restaurant-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/nunu-restaurant-768x513.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/nunu-restaurant-335x224.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/nunu-restaurant.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELike any cosmopolitan city, Cairns isn’t limited in terms of eateries – cafes, restaurants, and bars continue to boom with the city’s population. Finding a decent feed and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/03/25/best-coffee-cairns/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Equality coffee\u003C/a\u003E is easy here, even for the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/03/13/fit-travel-guide-cairns/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ehealth-inclined\u003C/a\u003E, who will be delighted by the sheer number of cafes \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/05/28/healthy-eating-guide-townsville-cairns-port-douglas/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Edesigned with wellbeing in mind\u003C/a\u003E, like Greenfields and 27 Degrees.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EProducers are also abundant; this is the tropics after all, so exotic fruit is in ample supply. So too is locally-made booze, with Cairns now home to award-winning gin courtesy of the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/11/08/queensland-craft-distilleries/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMount Uncle Distillery\u003C/a\u003E, which boasts its own tasting room and welcomes guests to stroll its grounds. That’s not mentioning local craft brewers Hemingway’s Brewery and Barrier Reef Brewing Co.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhere to stay\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_411403\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-411403\" class=\"wp-image-411403 size-standard-portrait\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/lizardisland-resort-2-lizardisland-691x1048.jpg\" alt=\"Lizard Island\" width=\"691\" height=\"1048\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-411403\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/lizardisland/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@lizardisland\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWelcoming two million visitors each year to Cairns, the city \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/08/16/8-of-the-best-cairns-hotels/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ehas no shortage when it comes to accommodation options\u003C/a\u003E. You’ll find something for every budget here, from backpacker lodgings to luxury abodes more appropriate for honeymooners.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf convenience is key, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/08/16/8-of-the-best-cairns-hotels/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Estick to a hotel in the city centre\u003C/a\u003E. The latest addition to central offerings is the sleekly styled five-star \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/riley-a-crystalbrook-collection-resort\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ERiley\u003C/a\u003E, where the city’s highest rooftop bar resides. If serenity is what you crave, head for \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/tropical-north-queensland/places-to-visit/palm-cove\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EPalm Cove\u003C/a\u003E instead. A little further afield, the idyllic beach is refreshingly quiet but home to a collection of stylish resorts and some of the district’s best restaurants.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENeighbouring \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/04/26/port-douglas-accommodation-guide/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EPort Douglas\u003C/a\u003E sits just an hour’s drive to the north and boasts an equal bounty of tempting hotel offerings. Or there’s the chance to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/10/25/best-queensland-luxury-islands/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Etruly indulge\u003C/a\u003E with a stay on one of Tropical North Queensland’s more exclusive resorts; \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2018/08/21/bedarra-island-luxury-resort-great-barrier-reef/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBedarra Island Resort\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/accommodation/lizard-island-resort\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ELizard Island Resort\u003C/a\u003E included.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EBest day trips\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-411365 size-standard-landscape\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/104574-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Cairns Guide | day trips from Cairns\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/104574-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/104574-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/104574-768x513.jpg 768w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/104574-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/104574-2048x1367.jpg 2048w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/104574-335x224.jpg 335w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/104574-1050x701.jpg 1050w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/104574-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EConsidering the ample World Heritage-listed landmarks scattered throughout the region, time in Cairns is \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/20/best-day-trips-from-cairns/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ebest spent in the great outdoors\u003C/a\u003E. While the Great Barrier Reef, Wet Tropics Rainforest and Cape Tribulation are must-visits, the trio aren’t the extent of the region’s natural assets.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E \u003C/strong\u003EGrab the car and drive west of the Great Dividing Range and you’ll greet the idyllic Atherton Tablelands. Pretty as a picture, this district is home to farmland, tropical rainforest, petite villages and producers begging to be explored. Cairns is also home to an impressively \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/12/05/top-waterfalls-tropical-north-queensland/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Elarge population of waterfalls\u003C/a\u003E. Spend the day jumping between them, cooling off in one of the many accompanying\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2019/09/19/best-freshwater-swimming-spots-cairns/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E freshwater swimming holes\u003C/a\u003E along the way.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"mceTemp\"\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n","multiValue":false,":type":"text/plain"},"date":{"dataType":"calendar","title":"Date","value":1582585238000,"multiValue":false,":type":"calendar"},"date_modified":{"dataType":"calendar","title":"Date Modified","value":1580941500000,"multiValue":false,":type":"calendar"},"excerpt":{"dataType":"string","title":"Excerpt","value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe ultimate guide to the northern gem.\u003C/p\u003E\n","multiValue":false,":type":"string"},"slug":{"dataType":"string","title":"Slug","value":"cairns-holiday-guide","multiValue":false,":type":"string"},"featured_image":{"dataType":"string","title":"Featured Image","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/taking-a-cairns-holiday-milaa-milaa-atherton-tablelands.jpg","multiValue":false,":type":"string"},"post_thumbnail":{"dataType":"string","title":"Post Thumbnail","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/taking-a-cairns-holiday-milaa-milaa-atherton-tablelands.jpg","multiValue":false,":type":"string"}},"elementsOrder":["global_id","status","URL","author_first_name","author_last_name","author_name","author_URL","author_avatar_URL","author_profile_URL","title","content","date","date_modified","excerpt","slug","featured_image","post_thumbnail"],"model":"teq/models/blog"},"editorial_introducti":{":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-introduction"},"editorial_hero_banne":{"title":"Jewel of the north: your ultimate Cairns guide","layoutVariation":"standardWidth","tag":{"colour":"#365ABD","text":"Guide"},"breadcrumbItems":[{"active":false,"title":"Home","url":"/content/teq/sg/en/home.html"},{"active":false,"title":"Cairns and Great Barrier Reef","url":"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef.html"},{"active":true,"title":"Cairns holiday guide","url":"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns-holiday-guide.html"}],"gallery":{"mediaCollection":[{"mediaType":"image","mediaProps":{"fileFormat":"","sku":"","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/hero-banner/2019_TNQ_Cairns_WaterfallsAndSwimmingHoles_TakingACairnsHolidayMilaaMilaaAthertonTablelands.jpg","alt":"Female adult playing in a swimming hole beneath a waterfall","title":"Atherton Tablelands, Milaa Milaa Waterfall","link":null,"mobileSrc":"","attribution":null,"quality":60},"mediaPropsSlide":null}]},":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-hero-banner"},"editorialauthor":{"name":"Sarah Bristow","resourcePath":"/content/teq/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns-holiday-guide/jcr:content/root/responsivegrid/editorialauthor","publishedDateISO":"2020-05-20T02:48:32.225Z",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorialauthor","image":{"src":"/home/users/p/pZkvHY4rgWa9z9nLWRp2/profile.profile.image","alt":"Sarah Bristow"}},"editorial_description":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWelcome to \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns.html\" title=\"Cairns holiday guide\"\u003ECairns\u003C/a\u003E, a treasure trove of natural wonders. The gateway to a collection of the country’s most popular sites, from the \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef.html\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef \u003C/a\u003Eto the Wet Tropics Rainforest, the city’s ample offerings have proved it worthy of far more than just a stopover in recent years. New to town? Help is on hand, with our Cairns holiday guide.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhy go\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"imageb0f144c1-6ac5-43ba-bafa-80e8e46401db":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2019_TNQ_Cairns_WalkingAndHiking_SkyrailRainforestWalk.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2019_TNQ_Cairns_WalkingAndHiking_SkyrailRainforestWalk.jpg","alt":"Cape Tribulation","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns-holiday-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imageb0f144c1-6ac5-43ba-bafa-80e8e46401db.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776387503675/2019-tnq-cairns-walkingandhiking-skyrailrainforestwalk.jpeg","uuid":"1ddd6489-c697-4336-b662-f59a75acefac","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text1efa72bd-928f-4327-ae11-05e4acb9bd08":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWith a specialty in natural beauty, Cairns is a must-visit for nature-lovers. Conveniently located within arm’s reach of some of the country’s more astounding natural wonders, Cairns provides easy access iconic sites like Cape Tribulation and the Daintree. Those who like their days punctuated by activity will find an ally here – more\u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/adventure-packed-things-to-do-cairns.html\"\u003E adventurous offerings are famously abundant\u003C/a\u003E from bungy jumping in the rainforest to \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/cycling/mountain-biking-cairns.html\"\u003Emountain biking galore\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThough, the beautiful landscape also provides an ideal backdrop for those who prefer their holidays to be leisurely. Pack a good book and seek shade under the palm trees on one of the district’s many sandy beaches, or rest and recharge at one of the \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/great-barrier-reef-island-resorts-worth-leaving-the-mainland-for.html\"\u003Ebounty of resorts\u003C/a\u003E (complete with spas) that can be found here.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhen to go\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"imaged0dfa664-098a-46d9-8ed0-02328e94ffc9":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2017_TNQ_Cairns_WaterfallsAndSwimmingHoles_138826.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2017_TNQ_Cairns_WaterfallsAndSwimmingHoles_138826.jpg","alt":"CapeYork","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns-holiday-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imaged0dfa664-098a-46d9-8ed0-02328e94ffc9.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776387503732/2017-tnq-cairns-waterfallsandswimmingholes-138826.jpeg","uuid":"c625d32d-c63f-4a30-a109-c88b94c07d15","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text55ce1d07-ce33-470c-b895-673a89ee84a5":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThere's no bad time to visit Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef. Forget what you think you know about the tropics; each season here hold its own unique kind of magic.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe region booms from June - August as those looking to escape winter down south venture here for epic \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/self-driving-to-cape-york.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eroad trips to Cape York\u003C/a\u003E, diving with rare \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/whales/swimming-with-dwarfe-minke-whales.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Edwarf minke whales,\u003C/a\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/camping-and-caravan-parks/best-camping-spots-near-cairns.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ecamping adventures\u003C/a\u003E under big bright skies, and exploring \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef-islands.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethe many islands\u003C/a\u003E dotted throughout the reef.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBut an endless summer means endless opportunities to explore. Summer kicks in from September - November, bringing long days for soaking in \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/best-freshwater-swimming-spots-cairns.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Efreshwater swimming holes,\u003C/a\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/padi-dive-certification-great-barrier-reef.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ediving\u003C/a\u003E the reef, hiking through \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/national-parks-near-cairns.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Enational parks\u003C/a\u003E - as well as the chance to experience the incredible annual \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/coral-spawning.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ecoral spawning\u003C/a\u003E event. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENature comes alive during summer in the tropics (December-February), where you'll find juicy mangoes, lychees and an abundance of tropical fruit available throughout the region. Find solace in one of the world's oldest rainforests, fresh with the colour and scent of rainfall - and you might even find \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/best-places-to-spot-cassowary-in-wild.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ea few cassowaries\u003C/a\u003E too, who roam extensively with their young at this time of year. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESummer lives on through March, April and May. Expect rejuvenating afternoon rain that brings \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/waterfalls/top-waterfalls-in-tropical-north-queensland.html\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eour impressive waterfalls\u003C/a\u003E to their peak,  and rivers raging for whitewater rafting adventures. Seek seclusion in a cool rainforest cabin, or make your way into the outback as it comes alive in lush green landscapes. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhat to do\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image8f3e03e1-8c17-4153-b82d-75d4e46e8a80":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2017_TNQ_Cairns_AirHelicopterAndBalloon_139677.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2017_TNQ_Cairns_AirHelicopterAndBalloon_139677.jpg","alt":"Great Barrier Reef Helicopter tour","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns-holiday-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image8f3e03e1-8c17-4153-b82d-75d4e46e8a80.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776387503788/2017-tnq-cairns-airhelicopterandballoon-139677.jpeg","uuid":"5bf81f35-227d-47d0-9dc1-99ac89a5bb30","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"textc83f1e04-382b-4915-a2d1-db40854cf0a3":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ELet’s face it, you’re likely here to see the bevy of World Heritage-listed sites in the region, and who can blame you when so many reside nearby. \u003Ca title=\"How to explore Cairns without a car\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns-without-a-car\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThe easiest way\u003C/a\u003E to tackle the top sites can often be by organised tour – thankfully there are a number of tour companies specialising in showcasing the best that Cairns has to offer, from splashing about in the \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/heres-how-to-find-the-best-great-barrier-reef-tours-for-you\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E, or exploring the ancient jungle of the Wet Tropics Rainforest.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can choose instead to explore solo, jumping aboard the historic train which will take you straight to the rainforest village of \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d51d5f1565045d9fa58-kuranda\"\u003EKuranda\u003C/a\u003E for a day’s venture. \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/cairns-to-cooktown-itinerary.html\"\u003EOr take to the wheel\u003C/a\u003E, enjoying the scenic drive north along the Great Barrier Reef drive to greet \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cape-tribulation-and-the-daintree.html\"\u003ECape Tribulation\u003C/a\u003E, where rainforest and reef collide.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBut Cairns isn’t just aesthetically appealing. Get better acquainted with Indigenous culture with \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/indigenous-tropical-north-queensland-road-trip.html\"\u003Eone of the array of experiences available up north\u003C/a\u003E; meander the rainforest and learn the knowledge of elders at the \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25eadd5f1565045da16f6-daintree-discovery-centre\"\u003EDaintree Discovery Centre\u003C/a\u003E, immerse yourself in traditional aboriginal culture with a small group of friends courtesy of Culture Connect, or be guided by Kuku Yalanji country locals with \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b261bf7b935fbe730e173a-walkabout-cultural-adventures\"\u003EWalkabout Cultural Adventures\u003C/a\u003E, through the likes of bush food and medicine.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENight owls will be pleased to note that Cairns is still well and truly awake after dusk. After a day’s adventure, shopaholics can enjoy an evening’s browse courtesy of the \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/shopping/cairns-markets\"\u003Eextended retail hours here\u003C/a\u003E. Or instead, enjoy a nightcap at one of the \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns-nightlife-things-to-do-at-night.html\"\u003Emany bars and pubs\u003C/a\u003E that line the main drag.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhere to eat and drink\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image70a1ae60-da35-4217-8a59-48550351f7f2":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2019_TNQ_Cairns_RestaurantsAndCafes_NunuRestaurant.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2019_TNQ_Cairns_RestaurantsAndCafes_NunuRestaurant.jpg","alt":"Cairns","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns-holiday-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image70a1ae60-da35-4217-8a59-48550351f7f2.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776387503844/2019-tnq-cairns-restaurantsandcafes-nunurestaurant.jpeg","uuid":"d308c59a-2041-4563-b4eb-a1363a24d156","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"texte630320e-423d-40d9-85ae-e8b666c88338":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ELike any cosmopolitan city, Cairns isn’t limited in terms of eateries – cafes, restaurants, and bars continue to boom with the city’s population. Finding a decent feed and \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/best-coffee-in-cairns.html\"\u003Equality coffee\u003C/a\u003E is easy here, even for the health-inclined, who will be delighted by the sheer number of cafes \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/healthy-eating-townsville-cairns-port-douglas.html\"\u003Edesigned with wellbeing in mind\u003C/a\u003E, like Greenfields and 27 Degrees.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EProducers are also abundant; this is the tropics after all, so exotic fruit is in ample supply. So too is locally-made booze, with Cairns now home to award-winning gin courtesy of the \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/wineries-breweries-and-distilleries/bottoms-up-the-best-queensland-craft-distilleries.html\"\u003EMount Uncle Distillery\u003C/a\u003E, which boasts its own tasting room and welcomes guests to stroll its grounds. That’s not mentioning local craft brewers Hemingway’s Brewery and Barrier Reef Brewing Co.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhere to stay\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image77eda4aa-b18d-4511-851c-fa5e5f27e2f6":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2019_TNQ_LizardIslandResort_Resorts_@@lizardisland.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2019_TNQ_LizardIslandResort_Resorts_@@lizardisland.jpg","alt":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/@lizardisland/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@lizardisland\u003C/a\u003E","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns-holiday-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image77eda4aa-b18d-4511-851c-fa5e5f27e2f6.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776387503905/2019-tnq-lizardislandresort-resorts-%40%40lizardisland.jpeg","uuid":"2a3c2d78-544a-49c3-9690-ed6054b86003","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/@lizardisland/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003E@lizardisland\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text9534193b-95ed-4b3e-bcdb-fe80b3415f82":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWelcoming two million visitors each year to Cairns, the city \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/best-cairns-hotels.html\"\u003Ehas no shortage when it comes to accommodation options\u003C/a\u003E. You’ll find something for every budget here, from backpacker lodgings to luxury abodes more appropriate for honeymooners.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf convenience is key, stick to a hotel in the city centre. The latest addition to central offerings is the sleekly styled five-star \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-5cbe7b3e77834c3e51d85fc7-riley-a-crystalbrook-collection-resort\"\u003ERiley\u003C/a\u003E, where the city’s highest rooftop bar resides. If serenity is what you crave, head for \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/palm-cove.html\"\u003EPalm Cove\u003C/a\u003E instead. A little further afield, the idyllic beach is refreshingly quiet but home to a collection of stylish resorts and some of the district’s best restaurants.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENeighbouring \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/port-douglas-accommodation-guide.html\"\u003EPort Douglas\u003C/a\u003E sits just an hour’s drive to the north and boasts an equal bounty of tempting hotel offerings. Or there’s the chance to \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/best-queensland-luxury-islands.html\"\u003Etruly indulge\u003C/a\u003E with a stay on one of Tropical North Queensland’s more exclusive resorts; \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/bedarra-island-luxury-resort.html\"\u003EBedarra Island Resort\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d13d5f1565045d9f528-lizard-island-resort\"\u003ELizard Island Resort\u003C/a\u003E included.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EBest day trips\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image61992904-612f-4a0f-a939-b8d43dcfdeec":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2017_TNQ_Atherton Tablelands_CampingCaravanningAnd4WDing_104574.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2017_TNQ_Atherton Tablelands_CampingCaravanningAnd4WDing_104574.jpg","alt":"Atherton Tablelands","srcUriTemplate":"/sg/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns-holiday-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image61992904-612f-4a0f-a939-b8d43dcfdeec.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776387503961/2017-tnq-atherton-tablelands-campingcaravanningand4wding-104574.jpeg","uuid":"3e4e9332-f538-41f2-bd81-11e155fd98e0","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"textd810cd2b-ec84-40ea-9bee-820c02805c24":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EConsidering the ample World Heritage-listed landmarks scattered throughout the region, time in Cairns is \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/best-day-trips-from-cairns.html\"\u003Ebest spent in the great outdoors\u003C/a\u003E. While the Great Barrier Reef, Wet Tropics Rainforest and Cape Tribulation are must-visits, the trio aren’t the extent of the region’s natural assets.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003E \u003C/b\u003EGrab the car and drive west of the Great Dividing Range and you’ll greet the idyllic Atherton Tablelands. Pretty as a picture, this district is home to farmland, tropical rainforest, petite villages and producers begging to be explored. Cairns is also home to an impressively \u003Ca target=\"_self\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/waterfalls/top-waterfalls-in-tropical-north-queensland.html\"\u003Elarge population of waterfalls\u003C/a\u003E. 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