Cairns City Sights Tour & Surrounds – half day tour
Discover the best of Cairns on a guided afternoon tour, exploring the city’s history, culture, and stunning natural scenery. This small-group experience takes you on a journey through some of the region’s most iconic landmarks, offering a mix of heritage, scenic lookouts, and lush tropical landscapes.
Tour Highlights:
- St. Monica’s Cathedral – Visit this Heritage-listed cathedral, home to the world’s largest themed stained-glass windows, depicting the creation story and dedicated as a memorial to the Battle of the Coral Sea.
- Cairns Museum – Gain fascinating insights into the history and transformation of Cairns with an exclusive guided tour. Explore exhibits that bring the past to life and showcase the region’s diverse heritage.
- Afternoon Tea – Enjoy a delightful Devonshire Tea in the peaceful suburb of Edge Hill.
- Cairns Botanic Gardens – Stroll through one of Australia’s best displays of tropical flora, where your guide will introduce you to the unique plant life that thrives in this lush environment.
- Scenic Lookout & Lower Barron Gorge National Park – Take in breathtaking panoramic views over Cairns and the Coral Sea before venturing into the rainforest to see Surprise Creek Falls and the Barron River.
- Palm Cove – Wander along the picturesque beachfront and jetty, lined with coconut palms and magnificent paperbark trees, before relaxing on the return journey to Cairns.
This guided afternoon tour offers a perfect blend of history, nature, and sightseeing, making it an excellent way to experience the highlights of Cairns and its stunning surroundings.
Tour departs Monday to Saturday in the afternoon. Pick-up from Cairns CBD included. Palm Cove & Trinity Beach pick-up available at an additional cost.
The Cairns City tour is done in the afternoon. Join a Great Barrier Reef Half-Day tour from Cairns in the morning to complete your day!
Highlights
You will explore Cairns City and its history.
Itinerary
So Much To See!
Departs Mon to Sat 12.30pm – 6pm
- You will be collected from your Cairns City accommodation. Your half-day afternoon tour begins at the water’s edge at the Cairns Marlin Marina, the Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.
- Cairns Highlights. Discover our vibrant city’s history. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage unique to Far North Queensland.
- St Monica’s Cathedral. Step inside one of the most breathtaking cathedrals in all of Australia.
St Monica’s Cathedral features the World’s largest themed stained glass windows. - Cairns Museum (with free-admission to the Cairns Museum during your stay in Cairns)
- Afternoon Tea and Scones at Cafe NOA. Experience a true local delight. Warm, fresh from the oven scones with strawberry jam and cream. With your choice of locally grown Devonshire Tea, Coffee or Hot Chocolate
- Flecker Botanic Gardens. Enjoy a professional guided walk through the lush Flecker Botanical Gardens. Renowned for having one of the best exhibitions in Australia of tropical plants. Meander through the butterfly lined pathways under the green canopy. Your guide will explain the various plant and wildlife you see along the way.
- Stunning Lookouts. Cairns’ best scenic lookouts. Take the panoramic hillside views from Cairns’the most spectacular vantage points.
- Barron Falls. Enjoy a walk at the lower section of the Barron Gorge National Park, Surprise Creek Falls.
- Palm Cove. Conclude the day leaving the best for last… Simply stunning, Palm Cove. Stroll along the jetty. Feel your toes in the sand as you breathe in the salty sea air. Watch the sunset before returning to your accommodation at 6.00 pm.
Included
So much included in this City tour!
- Small personalized groups
- Complimentary Cairns CBD Hotel transfers included
- Small air-conditioned coach
- City highlights including flora and fauna
- Professional guided walk in the Flecker Botanic Gardens
- Delicious afternoon tea included
- World-famous “Creation” windows, St Monica’s Cathedral
- Cairns’s best scenic lookouts
- Enjoy spectacular coastal views from Palm Cove jetty
Optional Extras
Palm Cove & Trinity Beach return additional cost
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Credit card for purchases & souvenirs
- Hat and sunscreen
How to get there
We will pick you up! Alternatively, meet at the Reef Fleet terminal at 1.00 pm
Important Information
Please note – Wheelie Walkers and mobility scooters are not permitted as our vehicle is not equipped with a luggage area