Cairns
CairnsThings to do in Cairns
11 attractions in Cairns with visit length, visitor rating and a live booking price, including Cairns Aquarium, Kuranda Scenic Rail, Day Trips from Cairns. Booking ahead saves a wait at the box office.
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What to see in Cairns
Cairns Aquarium
Cairns Aquarium: Entry Ticket
Kuranda Scenic Rail
Kuranda Scenic Railway: One-Way or Roundtrip Ticket
Day Trips from Cairns
Cairns Cruises & Boat Tours
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Cairns Aquarium by Twilight with Dinner
Green Island
Great Barrier Reef: Guided Boat Tour from Cairns + Snorkelling + Lunch
Cairns Aquarium by Twilight
Kuranda, Scenic Rail & Skyrail: Full Day Tour from Cairns
Grand Kuranda Day Tour & Transfer from Cairns
Cairns: Spirit of Cairns Dinner Cruise
Cairns: Outer Great Barrier Reef Full-Day Tour with Lunch
Kuranda Rainforestation with Kuranda Scenic Railway + Transfers
Walk, Sail and Snorkel: Great Barrier Reef & Green Island Tour from Cairns
Frankland Islands Reef Cruises
Frankland Islands Reef: Guided Day Cruise from Cairns + Snorkeling + Lunch
Cairns Aquarium & Tomb of the Pharaohs: Entry Ticket
Great Barrier Reef: Reef Hopper Flight Tickets
Kuranda Rainforestation & Transfer from Cairns
Self-Drive Kuranda Experience: Skyrail Rainforest Cableway & Scenic Rail
Green Island Eco Adventure Tour: Catamaran Cruise from Cairns
Cairns Aquarium: Night Entry + 2-Course Dinner
Cairns: Green Island Ferry Transfer + Optional Snorkel
Daintree and Cape Tribulation Full-Day Tour
Nocturnal Rainforest & Wildlife Tour from Cairns
Cairns: Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Classic Kuranda Day Tour & Transfer from Cairns
Giant Swing at Skypark Cairns
Michaelmas Cay Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns
Skydive Cairns
Kuranda Rainforestation with Skyrail Rainforest Cable
Great Barrier Reef: Snorkelling Tour from Cairns + Lunch
Tomb of the Pharaohs: Entry Ticket
Cairns Aviation Activities
Michaelmas Cay
Skypark Cairns by AJ Hackett
Tomb of the Pharaohs
Barron Falls & Cattana Wetlands: from Cairns + Cableway or Scenic Railway Ride
Cairns Bad Fishy Jet Boat Ride
Cairns Hot Air Balloon Experience with Return Transfers
Cairns: Hot Air Balloon Flight + Transfer + Snacks + Optional Activities
Fitzroy Island: Full-Day Cruise from Cairns + Optional Snorkelling & Lunch
Fitzroy Island: Guided Whale Watching Tour from Cairns
Frankland Islands Reef: Boat Tour from Cairns
Great Barrier Reef Adventure from Cairns
Great Barrier Reef: Cruise from Cairns + Semi-Submersible Tour + Snorkelling
Great Barrier Reef & Daintree Rainforest: 2-Day Tour + Lunch
Green Island: 40-Min Guided Flight + Boat Cruise from Cairns + Lunch
Green Island: Day Cruise from Cairns
Marine Life Encounter at Cairns Aquarium
Moore Reef: Pontoon Tour from Cairns + Lunch + Snorkeling
Skydive Mission Beach
Skypark Cairns by AJ Hackett: Bungy Experience
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway: Entry Ticket
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway & Kuranda Scenic Railway
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Tickets & experiences in Cairns
Tickets for attractions in Cairns, booking ahead skips the queue.
Q&A
Answers to your questions
What are the top attractions in Cairns?
Cairns Aquarium, Kuranda Scenic Rail, Day Trips from Cairns are among the highest-rated. The best-rated is Cairns Aviation Activities (5.0/5). The full list is below, sorted by rating.
How much do attraction tickets cost in Cairns?
It varies by site and by date — small sites run a few euros, major sites and shows cost more. The live price is in each attraction's booking widget. A combined city pass pays off if you visit several sites a day.
Should I book attraction tickets in advance in Cairns?
In season and at weekends — yes. Popular sites sell timed entry, and booking online saves a queue of half an hour or more. Off-season you can usually buy on the spot.
How many days do you need for Cairns?
Two to three days covers the main sights. Plan 2–3 attractions a day at an easy pace.
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Sources: Attraction details & ratings: Tiqets · Tickets: GetYourGuide (partner)