City Sights & Cairns Dinner Cruise 1 day COMBO

from A$260

1 day

Cairns City

All Ages

Explore Cairns on an afternoon city tour with visits to St Monica's Cathedral, Cairns Museum, the Botanic Gardens, Palm Cove, and finish with a dinner cruise aboard the Spirit of Cairns on tranquil Trinity Inlet.

Adult $260 | Child (4-14) $175 | Family (2 adults & 2 children) $870

Key Highlights

Discover St Monica's Cathedral and its unique stained-glass windows
Enjoy a guided experience at Cairns Museum with local stories and heritage
Explore the Cairns Botanic Gardens, the Conservatory, and Aboriginal Plant Use section
Relax over Devonshire tea in Edge Hill
Take in panoramic views of Cairns, the Coral Sea, and rainforest surroundings
Visit Palm Cove with time to stroll the jetty or unwind on the sand
Cruise aboard the Spirit of Cairns with welcome drinks, canapés, and a three-course buffet dinner

What’s included

Guided afternoon tour of Cairns
Entry to St Monica's Cathedral
Guided visit to Cairns Museum
Admission to Cairns Botanic Gardens
Devonshire tea in Edge Hill
Stop at scenic vantage point for views of Cairns and the Coral Sea
Visit to Palm Cove
Spirit of Cairns Dinner Cruise with drinks, canapés, and buffet dinner

Overview

Enjoy an afternoon city tour in Cairns that blends history, culture, and coastal scenery. Your experience begins at St Monica's Cathedral, home to the world's largest themed stained-glass windows illustrating the story of creation. Continue to Cairns Museum, where your guide brings the region's colourful history to life through engaging stories and unique collections.

Stroll through the Cairns Botanic Gardens, one of Australia's finest tropical plant exhibitions, including the Conservatory and Aboriginal Plant Use section. Enjoy a relaxing Devonshire tea in the leafy suburb of Edge Hill for a touch of local hospitality.

The journey offers stunning views over Cairns, the Coral Sea, and lush rainforest landscapes. Your afternoon also includes time at Palm Cove, a palm-fringed village where you may walk along the jetty or simply relax on the sandy beach.

As sunset approaches, board the Spirit of Cairns for a dinner cruise on Trinity Inlet. Sip welcome drinks and enjoy canapés on deck before a three-course buffet dinner, taking in the tranquil waters and evening atmosphere of Cairns.

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 pickups 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. 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.

The cruise includes a 2.5-hour evening cruise through Trinity Inlet, a welcome drink, buffet dinner and access to the vessel's indoor and outdoor areas. Live music is also currently offered on selected evenings.

The cruise operates for approximately 2.5 hours, allowing plenty of time to enjoy dinner while cruising the calm waters around Cairns.

The cruise travels into Trinity Inlet and its winding waterways, then along the Cairns waterfront and Esplanade. Depending on the season and departure time, you may see the sunset over the rainforest-covered mountains followed by the lights of Cairns.

Dinner is served as a buffet with a selection of hot and cold dishes, fresh seafood, local produce, salads, meats, vegetarian options and desserts.

Yes. The current buffet menu includes seafood such as local prawns, Australian oysters, smoked salmon, salt and pepper squid and barramundi, subject to menu changes.

Yes. Guests receive a complimentary welcome drink on arrival, with a choice of sparkling wine, beer or a soft drink. Additional drinks are available for purchase from the licensed bar.

The operator suggests smart casual tropical attire. Footwear is mandatory, and flat, rubber-soled shoes are recommended for moving around the boat comfortably. A light jacket can be useful during the cooler winter months.

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
6:00pm - Arrive at Marina and board Spirit of Cairns
6.30pm - Dinner Cruise departs
7.00pm - Tropical Buffet is served
Continue cruising with live music and evening views
8:45pm - Arrive back at Cairns Marlin Marina