Location: Cairns Region
Top Things to do in Cairns Region
10 Fun Activities & Games in Cairns Region That You Shouldn't Miss
The Cairns Region is a local government area in Far North Queensland, Queensland, Australia, centred on the regional centre of Cairns. It was established in 2008 by the amalgamation of the City of Cairns and the Shire of Douglas.
Restaurants in Cairns Region
1. Cairns International Tennis Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,647 reviews
Escape the heat at one of Cairns' best known landmarks, the Esplanade Lagoon. Set on the Cairns foreshore overlooking Trinity Inlet, the 4800 sq metre saltwater swimming lagoon offers locals and tourists a year round safe swimming location. Saltwater is pumped from the inlet and filtered through a state of the art filtration and chlorination system, to meet Australian Standards. The kids can enjoy the sandy edges, build sand castles and play in shallow water. On the other side of the Lagoon, visitors can lounge on the timber decks in moderate shade. Shady trees, landscaped gardens and open spaces all contribute to the leisurely atmosphere on the Esplanade The Lagoon is open 6am-6pm Thursday - Tuesday, Midday-6pm Wednesday all year round.
Reviewed By nikkichutney - Melbourne, Australia
Absolutely fabulous definitely recommend if you are holidaying in Cairns and near the Esplanade you’ve got to swim in the lagoon at least once a day to cool off. The people of Cairns are very lucky to have this lagoon here.
3. Wharf One Cine Bar
4. Inflatable Kingdom
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
5. Cable Ski Cairns
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
This is a unique cable-driven water skiing park that my son tried twice during our recent vacation. It's mostly used by locals, but is open to anyone and they treated us fine, so I'd like to review it. It's a good spot for active teens and older kids who want to do things rather than sightsee.
Reviewed By Peter17OZ
Great fun, different prices for 1 hour up to the whole day. Took a few attempts but eventually gained my lake legs. Great instructions at the entry point and continuous ropes means your time does go so fast. Just remember not to fall off at western end of the lake, bit of a walk back. Really enjoyable and so much fun.
6. Muddy's Playground
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,419 reviews
Muddy's playground is open every day of the year between 9am and 7pm (including public holidays and weekends). Sections of Muddy's are closed for maintenance on Tuesday and Thursday mornings until noon. Even when maintenance works are being carried out, Council aims to have at least half the playground available for use. Muddy's is a modern, fun, safe, splash playground and parkland. It incorporates active, passive, interactive and educational facilities with a combination of play equipment. Muddy's playground is themed "Life in Trinity Bay" and the playground includes water play areas plus a flying fox, sound chimes, track ride, rope bridge, slides, play houses, story telling areas, see-saw, trick track and puzzle games. Please note that the disabled-use Liberty Swing uses the MLAK national keying system. For access please ask at Muddy's cafe. Muddy's has two toilet facilities one at the north end of Muddy's near the cafe and one at the southern end of Muddy's. Muddy's has barbecues, picnic tables and an on-site cafe.
Reviewed By KittyO25
This place is just fantastic. Well maintained and just great for kids of all ages. Would most definitely recommend to all families
7. Figtree Playground
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By Siegfried2K - Indianapolis, United States
The Figtree Playground is right downtown Cairns. An entire play area has been built in and around this giant tree with many aerial roots (see my picture and others). This is a delightful playground that is perfect for children ages 4-14. Visiting the playground could be a good filler between other activities, or a place to spend some energy when the children need to run. The playground is surrounded by lawn on one side, and a pier with coffee shops and such on the other side. There are no tickets, no staff, no reservations. Just show up and have fun.
8. Edge Hill Memorial Bowls Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
8 Rink Synthetic Bowling Green with flood lightening for night bowls. Bowls equipment for visitors usage. Weekly Bowls Calendar catering to all levels of ability. Air Conditioned Club House with Bar, Bistro, Poker Machines & Keno. Visitors Welcome.
9. Goomboora Park Adventure Playground
10. Jump Mania Trampoline Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Join the free jumping revolution & visit the only trampoline park in Cairns - Jump Mania! Conveniently located only 7 minutes from the city centre, Jump Mania is equipped with 7 activity zones, 66 inter-connected trampolines & Skydeck Cafe. It's fully enclosed & air-conditioned so you can enjoy jumping rain, hail or shine. Jump Mania is an affordable, fun & healthy activity for friends & family!
