Best places in Palm Cove, Australia to visit (UPDATED March, 2024)

Best places in Palm Cove

Discover the best places in Palm Cove, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 1.1K places in the city.

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Within Palm Cove

Josephine Falls

Tourist attraction

Decks provide viewpoints of this scenic rainforest waterfall cascading over granite boulders.

4.80 (1.5K reviews) (~38.05 km from centre)

The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum

Museum

Museum with armored & artillery vehicles dating back to the 1800s, including many WWII exhibits.

4.80 (1.5K reviews) (~29.01 km from centre)

Cruze Coffee

Cafe

👍👍 I'm a harsh critic and I seldom give 5 stars, but honestly, it's the customer service. That's the thing. A genuine smile everytime you walk in and they even take the initiative to remember you on a first name basis such as to treat you more as a friend than a customer... not many businesses do that....

$ $$$

4.90 (420 reviews) (~19.92 km from centre)

Hungry Wombat

Restaurant

👍👍 I was attracted by all the 5 star reviews and the noodles lived up to expectations, being made from scratch after you order. The perfect consistency, such a delight to bite into and slurp. I got the tan tan noodles which had a good kick and came with optional extra spice you can add. If you want te...

4.90 (405 reviews) (~19.99 km from centre)

Cairns Esplanade Lagoon

Public swimming pool

👍👍 My family visited this place on June 3, 2022. This is an amazing free outdoor swimming pool that is really huge!!! There is a sandy beach, so even elementary school children can have a lot of fun. There is also a McDonald's nearby! Our children were happy and very satisfied! If you are visiting Cair...

4.70 (5.3K reviews) (~20.37 km from centre)

Cairns Botanic Gardens

Botanical garden

Guided & audio tours are offered at this botanical garden with a notable tropical plant collection.

$$ $$

4.70 (4.1K reviews) (~22.62 km from centre)

Barron Gorge National Park

National park

Riverside park with dense tropical rainforests, plus trails leading to waterfall & gorge views.

4.70 (3.5K reviews) (~31.79 km from centre)

Palm Cove Beach

Tourist attraction

Beach backed by an esplanade with palm trees & cafes, popular for swimming & fishing on a jetty.

4.70 (2.4K reviews) (~41.07 km from centre)

Millaa Millaa Falls

Tourist attraction

Picturesque 18-m. waterfall plunging into a swimming hole surrounded by tropical greenery.

4.70 (2.2K reviews) (~46.7 km from centre)

Babinda Boulders

Tourist attraction

Natural swimming pool in a stream with boulders, also offering picnic areas, toilets & a playground.

4.70 (1.7K reviews) (~28.82 km from centre)

Yaya’s Hellenic Kitchen and Bar

Greek restaurant

👍👍 Epic! Absolutely spectacular service by kosta met with the most delicious authentic feast! Then to top it off the cocktails were amazing. It is an absolute must of you're in Cairns! Highly recommend doing the feed me option you will leave so full you won't want to move.

$$ $$

4.70 (1.5K reviews) (~20.43 km from centre)

Crystal Cascades

Scenic spot

Group of small rainforest waterfalls flowing into natural swimming pools, reached by a short hike.

4.70 (1.4K reviews) (~18.04 km from centre)

Babinda Bakery

Bakery

👍👍 Do yourself a favour & stop in but check if open first. Shop for fresh bread, cakes, slices, old school cream buns, sausage rolls the size of a babies arm, amazing pies, etc. You line up on the weekends but it's fast paced with friendly service. Great to visit

$ $$$

4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~31.78 km from centre)

Crater Lakes National Park

National park

The volcanic lakes, Barrine & Eacham, are at the heart of this protected area with hiking trails.

4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~24.93 km from centre)

Tha Fish

Seafood restaurant

Airy venue with white tablecloths and a covered outdoor area with marina views, for seafood dishes.

$$ $$

4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~20.39 km from centre)

The Roti Shack

Takeout Restaurant

👍👍 Absolutely FLAWLESS!!!! I am so glad we discovered this spot before leaving Cairns. Being from the Caribbean and very passionate about the cuisine I was curious as to whether it would hit the spot. As soon as we walked in, the aroma hit us and I knew we were in for a treat! The homemade scotch bonne...

$ $$$

4.80 (477 reviews) (~20.1 km from centre)

Cathedral Fig Tree

Tourist attraction

Massive, 500-year-old strangler tree in Danbulla State Forest, with a boardwalk & information board.

4.80 (450 reviews) (~14.05 km from centre)

Vue Apartments Trinity Beach

Serviced accommodation

Upscale beachfront apartments with full kitchens, balconies and ocean views, plus an infinity pool.

4.80 (444 reviews) (~36.08 km from centre)

Curtain Fig Tree

Tourist attraction

👍👍 When I was a child (to questionably age gapped parents) in Lithuania I read Colleen Greentrees review of the Curtain Fig Tree and dreamed that I could one day visit Australia to also be amazed. After many years of studying hard to become a murse and saving every penny I was finally able to make the...

4.70 (958 reviews) (~28.81 km from centre)

Skypark Cairns by AJ Hackett

Tourist attraction

Adventure park featuring bungee jumping, a giant swing & a lookout tower with jungle & ocean views.

4.70 (890 reviews) (~32.6 km from centre)

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