Barron Gorge Travel Guide
Cairns
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Popular places to visit
Cairns Esplanade
Cairns Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Cairns, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Palm Cove Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Palm Cove Beach during your travels in Cairns? While in this romantic area, find time to visit its spas.
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Cairns Marlin Marina
Explore the waterfront in Tropical North Waterfront with a trip to Cairns Marlin Marina. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Esplanade Lagoon
Enjoy an outing to Esplanade Lagoon during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Cairns Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.
Top hotels in Barron Gorge
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Great location!!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hilton Cairns
Ocean harbor views were fantastic
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
I absolutely loved my stay here! The staff were so helpful, my room was super clean and spacious and the location was perfect! 10/10
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Room very small, hotel very busy, there was no where to sit out and have a glass of wine, poolside cafe only. Our room was very small and sheets stained badly. Would have been ok for one night but I was sad I had to spend 3 days there. Travelling so seeing many hotels
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Great staff. Great restaurant. Ocean views
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Great staff, location, food. Expedia has this classified as a three star hitel; WAY BETTER!!! We are staying in three star hotels throughout Australia and this one puts them all to shame. Way to go Novotel Cairns!!!!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barron Gorge
Barron
Barron might not have many top sights, but Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Smithfield
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Smithfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Smithfield Shopping Centre or Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station.
Whitfield
While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens.
Edge Hill
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens or Mount Whitfield Conservation Park.
Aeroglen
If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing.
Holloways Beach
Beaches, restaurants and gardens are just a few things travellers enjoy about Holloways Beach. Check out Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring the area.
