Title: Esplanade Lagoon in Cairns Central Business District - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca

  

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# Esplanade Lagoon Tours and Activities

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## Visit Esplanade Lagoon

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#### Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions.

The Esplanade Lagoon is a water feature in Cairns where you can relax, cool off and socialise with other travellers. The lagoon is on the waterfront on the Cairns Esplanade and is surrounded by tropical gardens. Spend an entire day relaxing by the water, join a fitness class or cool off in the midday heat.

Situated on the beautiful Cairns foreshore, this man-made saltwater swimming lagoon looks out to the Trinity Inlet and the world-famous Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy the lagoon at any time of day. Watch the sun rise with an early morning swim, cool down in the lagoon in the afternoon heat or relax by the water after a day of sightseeing. There are timber decks to lie on and plenty of shade.

For young families, Muddy’s further down the Esplanade is a fun and safe water playground. Splash about with the hand pumps, water channels and jumping water jets. Children can have fun on the flying fox, in the playhouses, on slides, rope bridges and more.

There is regular live outdoor entertainment on the Esplanade and free fitness and cultural activities for locals and visitors. Join an aqua aerobics class at the lagoon, do yoga on the foreshore or take a dance class in the parklands. Get fit with a boxing class or beach volleyball.

Bring a picnic and relax at one of the barbeque areas or dine at one of the nearby cafés and restaurants.

Pick up a brochure from the Cairns Tourist Information Centre on the Esplanade to take the self-guided Cairns Esplanade Heritage Walk. See the historic buildings, sights and landmarks that are along the water. Every Saturday you can find locally made crafts, jewellery, pottery and clothes at the Esplanade markets.

The Esplanade Lagoon is free to use but is closed every Wednesday morning for maintenance. Llifeguards are on duty year-round. Amenities include public showers and toilets. The Esplanade is easily accessible by foot from the city centre. Check the Cairns Esplanade website for times and details about all the free activities.

## Plan a trip to see Esplanade Lagoon

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### Hibiscus Resort & Spa

CA $701

per person

Jan 3 - Jan 8

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)

8.6/10 Excellent! (200 reviews)

Absolutely loved staying at Hibiscus. The property was lovely and quiet. Rooms are very spacious and well equipped. Check in after hours was smooth and all staff were very friendly and helpful. It’d definitely stay there again.

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### The Reef House Adults Retreat

Palm Cove

CA $1,379

per person

Jan 3 - Jan 8

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)

9/10 Wonderful! (702 reviews)

Very convenient, quiet. Excellent staff and service. Top draw. Will be back.

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per person

Jan 3 - Jan 8

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS)

8.8/10 Excellent! (210 reviews)

Amazing location close to everything!!

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Free cancellation available

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Free cancellation available

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9h

9.2/10

15 reviews

Free cancellation available

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includes taxes & fees

per adult

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10/10

2 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $272

includes taxes & fees

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9.2/10

9 reviews

Free cancellation available

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9.2/10

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Free cancellation available

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8h+

Free cancellation available

CA $152

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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6/10

2 reviews

Free cancellation available

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12h

10/10

1 review

Free cancellation available

CA $254

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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9h

10/10

1 review

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10/10

1 review

Free cancellation available

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includes taxes & fees

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8/10

2 reviews

Free cancellation available

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10/10

1 review

Free cancellation available

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includes taxes & fees

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Free cancellation available

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9/10

2 reviews

Free cancellation available

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8/10

1 review

Free cancellation available

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includes taxes & fees

per adult

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10h

10/10

1 review

Free cancellation available

CA $215

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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9/10

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10/10

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Free cancellation available

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includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Reef Magic Experience & Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight

8h

9/10

2 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $452

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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### Reef Rainforest Fusion - 45 Minute Reef and Rainforest Flight

1h 10m

10/10

1 review

Free cancellation available

CA $529

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Zoom Around Cairns - 10 minute City Scenic Flight

10m

Free cancellation available

CA $161

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### 8-Day Cairns Tour: Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, Daintree Rainforest

8d

CA $2,308

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Outer Reef Odyssey - 40 minute Reef Scenic Flight

40m

Free cancellation available

CA $483

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Deluxe Reef & Rainforest Scenic Helicopter Flight

1h

Free cancellation available

CA $827

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Reef and Rainforest 60 minute Scenic Flight

1h

Free cancellation available

CA $685

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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6h

Free cancellation available

CA $455

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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1h

Free cancellation available

CA $685

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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30m

Free cancellation available

CA $382

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Attractions

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6h 20m

9.8/10

14 reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $115

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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Free cancellation available

CA $18

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers - Half Day PM

4h

Free cancellation available

CA $96

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Kuranda Skyrail & Scenic Rail

9h

Free cancellation available

CA $224

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket

1d

10/10

1 review

Free cancellation available

CA $14

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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## Reviews of Esplanade Lagoon

4.4

Top destination

5 - Excellent

15

4 - Good

12

3 - Okay

2

2 - Disappointing

0

1 - Terrible

0

### 4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The location was great and not to far from the airport. ($22.20 cab fair to domestic terminal).

### Popular places to visit

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#### Cairns Night Markets

4/5(36 reviews)

During your visit to Cairns, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

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#### Cairns Marlin Marina

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay.

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#### The Cairns Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in The Cairns Museum in Cairns. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

[](https://expedia.ca/The-Cairns-Museum-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248621532611138.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Michaelmas Cay

Explore the great outdoors at Michaelmas Cay and enjoy the beautiful coral reefs during your trip to Cairns. Wander the lush rainforest and seaside in the area.

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#### Cairns Regional Gallery

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cairns Regional Gallery during your trip to Cairns. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Regional-Gallery-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d500835.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Reef Fleet Terminal

4.5/5(46 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cairns with a trip to Reef Fleet Terminal. Discover the beautiful coral reefs in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.

[](https://expedia.ca/Reef-Fleet-Terminal-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6164815.Vacation-Attraction)

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