Cool Places In
The CBD
City Terraces is Caring
We want you to have a wonderful time here and know that many of the best things in Cairns are free.
Everyday 9 am – 5 pm, 7 pm on Fridays.
Follow a drop of water from the rainforest to the Great Barrier Reef and experience all the life along the way.
An incredible collection of tropical plants, 2 great cafes, lakes and a butterfly house.
- Open 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday.
- Open 8:30 am to 1:00 pm Saturday & Sunday.
A children’s playground with a difference, the Nature Play space encourages children to interact with nature; to explore and learn about their surroundings.
Council has created a Zhanjiang Friendship Garden at Freshwater Lakes in the Cairns Botanic Garden precinct, to celebrate the Sister Cities relationship between Cairns and the Chinese city of Zhanjiang.
400 m from us.
- Coles & Woolworths supermarkets are open until late seven days a week.
- Kmart & Target also have long opening hours.
- Friday & Saturday: 5am – 5pm
- Sunday: 5am – 3pm
“The best fresh-produce market I’ve ever seen” - City Terraces Guest
Monday to Saturday 10 am - 4 pm.
A hands-on history of those who contributed to Cairns’ development and a trip down memory lane for many.
Everyday 4:30 – 11 pm.
A colourful, lively place every night of the year with massages, souvenirs, food, and clothing for sale.
Free swimming with no risk of crocs! 6 a.m – 9 pm, closed Wed. morning for cleaning
Free workouts , shady lawns, a boardwalk, skate park, historical info, drinking water etc.