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!
