Cairns City Sights & Surrounds Half Day Tour

from A$115

5 hours

Cairns City

All Ages

Discover Cairns with guided visits to St Monica's Cathedral, Cairns Museum, the Botanic Gardens, and Palm Cove beach. Enjoy local stories, scenic views, and Devonshire tea.

Adult $115 | Child (4-14) $82 | Family (2 adults & 2 children) $376

Key Highlights

Explore St Monica's Cathedral and view the world's largest themed stained glass windows
Guided visit to Cairns Museum with stories of local history and culture
Walking tour of Cairns Botanic Gardens featuring exotic tropical flora
Enjoy Devonshire tea in the lush suburb of Edge Hill
Take in scenic vistas of Cairns, Coral Sea, and rainforest-clad mountains
Experience Palm Cove's picturesque beach and jetty

What’s included

Entry to St Monica's Cathedral
Guided tour at Cairns Museum
Guided walk through Cairns Botanic Gardens
Devonshire tea in Edge Hill
Visit to Palm Cove beach

Overview

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty, history, and culture of Cairns on this small-group sightseeing tour. Begin your exploration at St Monica's Cathedral, where you can marvel at the world's largest themed stained glass windows, an impressive display of colour and light.

Visit the Cairns Museum with a dedicated guide who will share unique insights into tropical living, local Indigenous culture, and the region's historical connections to sugar cane, railways, rainforests, and the Great Barrier Reef.

Next, stroll through the Cairns Botanic Gardens for a guided walk among rare and exotic tropical plants. Unwind with a delicious Devonshire tea in the leafy neighbourhood of Edge Hill, surrounded by lush greenery.

Continue your journey to enjoy sweeping views from elevated vantage points overlooking Cairns, the Coral Sea, and nearby rainforest-clad mountains. Your final stop is Palm Cove, one of Tropical North Queensland's most beautiful beaches, where you can stroll the jetty and enjoy the relaxed coastal atmosphere before returning to your accommodation.

Commonly asked questions.

The Cairns City Sights & Surrounds tour is a relaxed half-day sightseeing experience covering some of Cairns' most important attractions and surrounding areas. The tour includes Cairns Museum, St Monica's Cathedral, the Botanic Gardens, Devonshire tea and a visit to Palm Cove.

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from Cairns CBD hotels and most Northern Beaches accommodation. Your specific pickup time is confirmed when you book.

The tour includes Cairns Museum, St Monica's Cathedral, Cairns Botanic Gardens and Palm Cove, along with a Devonshire tea stop. The tour also includes sightseeing around Cairns and the Esplanade.

Yes. A Devonshire tea stop is included in the tour, providing an opportunity to enjoy freshly baked scones with jam and cream during the afternoon.

Yes. Palm Cove is the final major stop on the tour. You'll have time to enjoy the beach, palm-lined esplanade and village atmosphere before returning to Cairns.

Yes. The tour is suitable for all ages and offers a relaxed way for families to see several Cairns attractions without committing to a full-day adventure tour.

Yes. The tour has a relatively gentle pace and is primarily a sightseeing experience by vehicle, with stops at the various attractions. Some walking is involved, particularly at the Botanic Gardens and other sightseeing locations.

There is some walking at the Botanic Gardens, Cairns Museum, St Monica's Cathedral and Palm Cove. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, although the tour does not involve strenuous hiking.

Bring comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and a water bottle. In Cairns' tropical climate, insect repellent can also be useful. A light rain jacket is worth carrying in case of showers.

Additional info by the operator.

1.00pm pickup for City Sights tour
1:15pm - Visit Cairns Museum
1:45pm - Visit St Monica's Cathedral
2:15pm - Explore the Cairns Botanic Gardens
3:45pm - Stop for Devonshire Tea
4:45pm - Explore Palm Cove
5:45-6:00pm - Return to your Cairns accommodation

This small-group sightseeing tour is designed to showcase the best of Cairns, including its renowned cathedral, museum, botanic gardens, and picturesque coastline. The tour features a relaxed pace and includes guided commentary at key sites.