Best Walking Tours in Cairns & the Tropical North

Discover the beauty of Cairns & the Tropical North on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Cairns & the Tropical North by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Cairns & the Tropical North

Green Island Half-Day Trip from Cairns in Cairns & the Tropical North

Cairns & the Tropical North , Queensland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (153 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 77.34

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Explore the tropical paradise of Green Island on a half day trip from Cairns. Enjoy around two hours exploring the Great Barrier Reef island with plenty of time to snorkel. You can even take an optional semi-submersible submarine tour to get close to the reef without getting wet.

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Night Walk in Cairns Botanic Gardens - Let's Go Buggin in Cairns & the Tropical North

Cairns & the Tropical North , Queensland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (151 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 52.88

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Join photographer Bridgette on a small group tour (maximum 4 people) to explore the world of the tiny creatures that live in the Cairns Botanic Gardens. This is the only tour of its kind in Cairns. Most of the tiny lifeforms go completely unnoticed, but a magical world awaits to be discovered when you join for a personalized, highly specified tour of the gardens and the treasures it keeps. Assistance is given to those wanting some help improving their photography.

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Cairns History Walking Tour in Cairns & the Tropical North

Cairns & the Tropical North , Queensland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (50 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 28.39

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Cairns may be a pretty face but its history is also rich and deep, going back at least 40,000 years. Explore beyond the rainforest and reef to the ancient and recent history, complete with stories and photographable architecture, art and landmarks. We look at buildings of significance from the early colony, including architectural styles, as well as indigenous outdoor artworks. You will learn about the importance of the natural features of Cairns (reef and rain forest), the oldest living culture in the world and the pre-colonial lifestyle. We talk about the challenges of colonisation, pirates and opium trade, and the early gold rush, farming, business, and the cultural melting pot that makes Cairns what it is today. Historic buildings highlighted include Cairns Museum, Cairns Art Gallery, Mulgrave Shire Office, Telegraph Office, Post Office, Chambers, Boland's Department Store, the Adelaide Steamship Company, Central Hotel, Chinatown, and Hides Hotel.

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Cairns Pub & Club Tour in Cairns & the Tropical North

Cairns & the Tropical North , Queensland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (37 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 33.05

 

Whether your traveling solo or with friends the Partyincairns high energy party hosts will show you the best of Cairns' pubs and clubs every Wednesday, Friday & Saturday. We actually guarantee we will save you money while you party with us. 5 Free drinks (1 in every bar on arrival) - VIP priced drinks all night - free VIP entry to all 5 bars (NO lineups or Q's) - live music in at least 1 bar - and a beer pong comp with a bar tab to win - make this party tour unbeatable value and heaps of fun, lol. We look forward to partying with you soon.

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Hook-a-Barra Gourmet Farm Tour in Cairns & the Tropical North

Cairns & the Tropical North , Queensland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (25 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 44.29

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Visit The Daintree Saltwater Barramundi Farm and discover the journey from fingerling to finger food.

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Photography and Nature in Cairns Botanic Gardens Let's Go Buggin in Cairns & the Tropical North

Cairns & the Tropical North , Queensland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (15 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 52.88

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Join photographer Bridgette on a small group tour (maximum 8 people) to explore the world of the tiny creatures that live in the Cairns Botanic Gardens. This is the only tour of its kind in Cairns. Most of the tiny lifeforms go completely unnoticed, but a magical world awaits to be discovered when you join for a personalized, highly specified tour of the gardens and the treasures it keeps. Assistance is given to those wanting some help improving their photography.

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Rusty's Market Foodlovers Tour in Cairns & the Tropical North

Cairns & the Tropical North , Queensland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (15 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 42.94

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

If you’re food-obsessed and like history too, you’ll love this tour. You’ll sample foods (fresh and cooked), learn about the history of the market, hear about the background of tropical fruits and veggies and get the insiders scoop on the best foods at Rusty’s. The tour includes exploring the history of Rusty's Market and how it got started. The guide will also provide pointers to the best gourmet foods available in the markets and also the seasonal fruits.

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Hipster and Street Art Walking Tour in Cairns & the Tropical North

Cairns & the Tropical North , Queensland

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (13 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 28.39

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

With Cairns being the second Hipster capital of Australia, it's no wonder it is so cool ("hip"). But what makes it Hipster and why do Hipsters play such an important role in larger society? We will explore the influential Hipster culture through food, cafes, street art, elite barbers, and vintage shops. Find out how much your life may be influenced by hipsters or if you're a closet hipster...! The tour provides an overview of the global Hipster culture and how it has expanded in Cairns. The importance and evolution of tattooing as art and a global trend, the emergence of graffiti as art, the food trends that hipsters have influenced (including the emergence of vegan food options), and the niche of elite barbers (and those hipster beards!) are all explored. Discounts for seniors, children and groups of 4 or more offered.

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Self Guided The Cairns Syndicate City Escape Game in Cairns & the Tropical North

Cairns & the Tropical North , Queensland

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.84

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Explore the city of Cairns at your own pace while playing the Syndicate City Game, an unforgettable city escape game adventure that offers a lot of freedom and flexibility. You can play when, where and with who you want. Whether you want to play alone for personal excitement or with a group of people this is the game for you! Playing with more groups will turn into a competitive experience, perfect as a teambuilding activity. This game is a fun activity you can do while visiting a city. In this game, each member of your group becomes a character with a vital role in the mission. Everyone will play a fundamental part in achieving success. Our City Game in Cairns offers the maximum independence, you can play pause & continue whenever you want. HOW TO PLAY: Book the City Game, check the email we send you with the simple instructions.

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Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Cairns & the Tropical North at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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