Free Family Activities Cairns | The Sebel Cairns Resort

There are a number of fantastic free family activities to enjoy in the Cairns region...

The best thing about holidaying in northern Queensland is that there are a lot of low cost local tourist attractions or even free family activities in Cairns that everyone can enjoy. Most natural attractions are free with plenty of day trips and activities within a short distance of your Cairns family accommodation, The Sebel Cairns Hotel.

There are a number of fantastic free activities to enjoy in the Cairns region. Go hiking in the world heritage listed Daintree Rainforest with rainforest walks, bird spotting and exploring secluded beaches. For another low-cost activity, just grab your picnic basket and go for a scenic drive to the cool waterfalls on the Atherton Tableland.

There are a number of hiking, picnic and scenic spots in Cairns that include;

• Mossman Gorge north of Cairns near Port Douglas
• Barron Falls in the Barron Gorge National Park
• Babinda Boulders waterhole south of Cairns 
• Crystal Cascades, just outside Cairns city. 

Malanda Falls, Millaa Millaa Falls and Mungali Falls are also popular local attractions.

One of the best free family activities in the Cairns region is the great fishing off Marlin Marina in the city centre or beach fishing at one of Cairn’s beautiful beaches. You can spend each day discovering a new beach in the tropical region starting from Cairns right through to Port Douglas. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy lunch right on the beachfront.

Other fantastic free family activities in Cairns include a trip to the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and the children’s water playground, Muddy’s Playground, which is also on Cairns Esplanade. The Cairns Botanical Garden in the city suburb of Edge Hill is also free to the public and a fun family day out.

Free outdoor concerts, street festivals and family events are held regularly in Cairns throughout the year. Check our website for current Cairns events to coincide with your holiday in Cairns. There is a Cairns attraction or event for everyone to enjoy, no matter your interest or your budget.

Our hotel staff will be happy to provide you with information about free family activities in Cairns, local tours and tourist attractions in close proximity to your Cairns family accommodation, The Sebel Cairns Hotel. Contact us today, make an online enquiry or book online to find out more about our child-friendly accommodation in Cairns.

The Sebel Cairns Hotel is your ideal Cairns accommodation choice...fabulous harbour and mountain views, spacious hotel rooms, Mii our luxury Cairns day spa and of course, first class service. Experience for yourself our exceptional Cairns hotel facilities, including one of the best Cairns restaurant and bar venues.

Make your Sebel Cairns Hotel reservations online, make an online enquiry or call us on +61 7 4031 1300...our friendly reservations team will be happy to enlighten you about our Sebel Cairns Hotel packages and deals or our Sebel Cairns Spa packages for your next Cairns holiday, romantic getaway or weekend escape.